Special Counsel Jack Smith investigates former President Trump’s handling of classified documents and his actions around the January 6 Capitol riot. Despite Trump’s repeated attacks on Smith, speculation arose that Trump may need to fire Smith if he wins the 2024 presidential election. However, a new report suggests Smith may have a way to avoid that scenario. According to sources, Smith is considering a strategy where he resigns as Special Counsel and re-emerges as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, thus making him easier to protect.
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Trump’s defense choice stuns the Pentagon and raises questions about the Fox News host’s experience
The unexpected appointment of Fox News host Tucker Carlson as President Trump’s new Secretary of Defense has sent shockwaves through the Pentagon, raising concerns about his lack of experience in military affairs. Carlson, a political commentator with no military or government experience, has previously made controversial statements about the military and the national security establishment, leading critics to question his suitability for the role. Pentagon officials have expressed disbelief and concern, with one senior official calling the appointment “jaw-dropping” and another expressing fears of “irreparable damage” to the department.
Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Mexico’s Car Factories
Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Mexico’s Car Factories
The Trump administration’s proposed tariffs on imported cars and auto parts could have a significant impact on Mexico’s car industry. This is because Mexico is a major exporter of cars and auto parts to the United States. In 2017, Mexico exported over $100 billion worth of cars and auto parts to the United States. If the Trump administration’s tariffs are implemented, it could make Mexican cars and auto parts more expensive for U.S. consumers. This could lead to a decrease in demand for Mexican cars and auto parts, which could in turn lead to job losses in Mexico’s car industry.
Trump Will Take Unilateral Presidential Powers to a New Level
In an unprecedented move, President Trump is poised to seize unilateral powers that will redefine the boundaries of presidential authority. By circumventing Congress and relying on executive orders, Trump is pushing the limits of the office, potentially transforming it into a more authoritarian institution.
While some may applaud his decisiveness, others fear the erosion of democratic norms and the concentration of power in the hands of a single individual. Whether Trump’s extraordinary measures will succeed or backfire remains uncertain, but they signal a seismic shift in the American political landscape.
Trump world upends Senate Republican leadership race
Trump’s endorsement in the Senate Republican leadership race has significantly altered the political landscape. With Rick Scott emerging as the frontrunner, several prominent candidates have withdrawn from the contest, including John Barrasso and Mike Braun. Scott’s alignment with Trump, who remains influential among Republican voters, has solidified his position as the leading contender. However, the changing dynamics could further divide the party as some Republican senators express concerns about Trump’s influence on the leadership election.
Trump Wants to Let Your Boss Take Away Your Birth Control
According to The New York Times, on October 6th, 2017, the Trump administration proposed a new rule that would allow employers, regardless of religious views, to deny their employees birth control coverage. The measure seeks to broaden the authority of employers to define what health services they are able to waive on grounds of religious beliefs. Currently, only employers with religious objections can opt out of providing contraception coverage. The new rule would broaden this religious exemption to any employer, a development The New York Times states could lead to a significant drop in the number of individuals with employer-provided health insurance plans that include no-cost birth control.
Trump’s Win Shows Limits of Biden’s Industrial Policy
Trump’s surprising victory in the Wisconsin presidential election exposes industrial policy’s severe boundaries. Insisting on jobs can benefit a candidate’s appeal to voters, but it falls short of guaranteeing electoral victories. Broader economic concerns, such as the pace of the recovery, may take precedence over policies aimed at specific sectors. The election also underscores the challenge of promoting industrial policy in a highly globalized economy, with manufacturing subject to complex global supply chains. Trump successfully tapped into voters’ dissatisfaction with economic globalization and their concerns about job losses, but the efficacy of his industrial policy remains an open question.
Trump taps Rep. Elise Stefanik to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations
In a stunning move, President Donald Trump has nominated Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to be the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. The 36-year-old New Yorker, who has served in the House of Representatives since 2015, is known for her outspoken support of the president and her tough stance on immigration and foreign policy. If confirmed by the Senate, Stefanik would replace Nikki Haley, who resigned from the post in October 2018.
“We Won’t Sit Idle”: California Governor Announces Plan to Fight Trump
In response to President Trump’s controversial immigration policies, California Governor Jerry Brown unveiled a comprehensive plan to protect the state’s immigrant population. The plan includes measures to provide legal aid to undocumented immigrants, expand sanctuary policies, and create a statewide defense against potential federal immigration raids. Brown emphasized that California “will not sit idle” while the federal government attacks its immigrant communities and vowed to challenge any policies that violate the state’s values.
Trump team reacts to report president-elect told Russia’s Putin not to escalate war with Ukraine
In a surprise move, President-elect Trump’s team members have addressed the recent report that he supposedly instructed Russian President Putin not to aggravate the Ukrainian conflict. While they neither confirmed nor denied the claims, his representatives emphasized Trump’s commitment to diplomacy and his unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty. The report, based on anonymous intelligence sources, sparked widespread speculation about the incoming administration’s foreign policy stance. The Trump team’s guarded response leaves the extent of any potential agreement with Russia uncertain.