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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Voting Hearts in Rural America Light Up with Trump’s Cabinet Choices

Trump supporters in the rural regions are cheering the selection of Trump's new cabinet members. They see these picks as a sign that Trump is finally taking the steps they've been hoping for. Meanwhile, Democrats aren't too happy. They worry this could lead to cuts in important programs. But for Tru

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Trump Picks Unusual Candidates for Key Health Roles

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen some surprising figures for top public health jobs. One of them is Dr. Marty Makary, a surgeon and author who has been outspoken against vaccine mandates and other public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Makary, a professor at Johns Hopkins Univer

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Nov 24 2024FINANCE

Trump’s Economic Promises vs. the National Debt: A Budget Tug-of-War

Donald Trump has big plans for the U. S. economy, including tax cuts and other initiatives. But there’s a big problem: the national debt is huge, and it’s getting more expensive to pay it back. High interest rates and the cost of servicing the debt are making it tough for Trump to deliver on his pro

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Black Women Reevaluate Their Role in US Politics

When Donald Trump won re-election, many Black women felt disheartened and started rethinking their roles as political organizers. These women have historically been at the forefront of social and political change in the US, but after Trump's victory, some are considering taking a step back. They've

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

The Future of Justice: Pam Bondi’s Shifting Role

Years back, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi had a tough call. Should she join other states looking into Trump University, where students paid big bucks for classes that some said were shady? Though complaints came in, Bondi and Kamala Harris, then-California AG, both passed. They had received cam

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Trump's Health Nominees: A Fresh Start or a Revolution?

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen a mix of unique figures to lead health agencies, including a retired congressman, a surgeon, and a former talk-show host. These picks might significantly alter the government’s approach to health, from healthcare and medicine to food safety and scientific rese

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Nov 24 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebs Who Threatened to Move if Trump Won

When Donald Trump secured his second presidential term, many celebrities expressed their discontent. Some even talked about leaving the country. Miley Cyrus initially said she'd leave if Trump won, but later decided to stay and speak out against him. Whoopi Goldberg also hinted at leaving, but clari

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Russell Vought's Think Tank Pushes for Senate Bypass

Russell Vought, the man behind Project 2025 and Donald Trump's pick for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), is pushing for a controversial way to get Trump's nominees approved. He wants the Senate to go on recess, so Trump can make "recess appointments. " This means Trump could fill top jobs

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Trump Picks Former Adviser Brooke Rollins for Ag Secretary

President-elect Trump has just revealed his choice for the Agriculture secretary, naming Brooke Rollins to the job. Rollins, who was once a policy adviser to Trump, is currently the CEO of America First Policy Institute. She's been a big supporter of Trump and his policies. The position of Agricultu

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Trump's Promise to Ax Education Department: A Smokescreen or Serious Plan?

Former President Donald Trump once pledged to shut down the Department of Education, but experts say it's unlikely to happen. Arne Duncan, who served as Education Secretary under President Barack Obama, recently discussed this on MSNBC. He pointed out that ending the department would need 60 Senate

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