Trump administration
Elon Musk Calls for Abolition of European Union Following $140 Million Fine on X Platform
Dec 07, 2025 10:22 am CST
Following a €120 million fine imposed on X for violating EU digital regulations, Elon Musk publicly called for the abolition of the European Union. The penalty, issued under the Digital Services Act, cited transparency violations related to X's verification system and data access. Musk stated he loves Europe but opposes the "bureaucratic monster" of the EU, prompting criticism from the Trump administration.
Former Pentagon Official: How Trump's Decisions Are Pushing India Closer to Russia
Dec 06, 2025 09:49 pm CST
A former Pentagon official claims that US President Donald Trump's "gross incompetence" has damaged US-India relations, potentially due to Pakistani influence. As Russia promises "uninterrupted shipments" of fuel to India, Michael Rubin criticizes the US for hypocritically lecturing India about Russian oil purchases while maintaining its own trade with Moscow, arguing that America should respect India's need to secure energy resources for its growing economy.
India's Strategic Autonomy: Jaishankar Defends Russia Relations Amid US Trade Tensions
Dec 06, 2025 06:54 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defends India's long-standing relationship with Russia while addressing US trade negotiations, emphasizing the nation's strategic autonomy in foreign policy. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, he highlighted Putin's recent visit as an opportunity to strengthen economic ties, while firmly maintaining that India's multiple bilateral relationships remain independent of external influence.
Will India and the US Reach a Trade Deal Soon? S Jaishankar Provides Strategic Perspective on Negotiations
Dec 06, 2025 04:33 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar discusses the possibility of an upcoming India-US trade deal, highlighting India's commitment to protecting the interests of farmers and workers while seeking common ground with American trade demands. The article examines the key obstacles in negotiations, including concerns about opening India's dairy markets and accepting genetically modified agricultural products.
Mary Millben Praises PM Modi as "Most Important Leader in Geopolitics" Following India-Russia Summit
Dec 06, 2025 01:00 pm CST
African American singer Mary Millben has described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the most influential leader in current geopolitics following his recent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. She criticized the US approach toward India as overly aggressive and urged Washington to reset diplomatic relations, highlighting Modi's strategic positioning on the global stage and his potential role as a mediator in international conflicts.
Pete Hegseth Maintains Trump's Support Despite Controversies as Defense Secretary
Dec 05, 2025 02:06 pm CST
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continues to enjoy President Trump's backing despite a series of controversies, including mishandling sensitive information via Signal texts and questionable military operations in the Caribbean Sea. Unlike Trump's first term marked by frequent staff turnover, Hegseth's resilience reflects the administration's current emphasis on loyalty over experience. Despite criticism and low approval ratings, Trump continues to publicly praise Hegseth's performance while the Defense Secretary aggressively advances the president's agenda.
US Delegation to Visit India Next Week for Critical Trade Agreement Negotiations
Dec 05, 2025 01:40 pm CST
A Trump administration delegation led by Deputy US Trade Representative Rick Switzer is heading to India next week to advance discussions on a potential trade agreement that could reduce the 50% tariffs currently imposed on Indian goods. Both nations are working toward a phased trade understanding, with Indian officials expressing optimism about reaching a solution by the end of the year that would provide relief to India's export sectors heavily impacted by current tariffs.
US Military Strike Kills Four on Alleged Drug-Trafficking Vessel: Controversy Deepens Over Pacific Ocean Operations
Dec 05, 2025 09:45 am CST
The US military conducted a strike on an alleged narcotics vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, resulting in four fatalities and intensifying controversy over a counter-drug campaign that has claimed over 87 lives. Lawmakers who viewed classified footage of a previous September strike described troubling scenes of attacks on shipwrecked survivors, raising questions about military protocols and international law as regional tensions continue to escalate.
Bill Gates Warns: International Aid Cuts Will Cause Millions of Preventable Child Deaths
Dec 05, 2025 08:23 am CST
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates warns that reductions in international aid from wealthy Western nations are causing child mortality rates to rise for the first time this century. The Gates Foundation's Goalkeepers report projects 4.8 million children will die before age five this year—200,000 more than in 2024—with potential long-term consequences of 16 million additional child deaths by 2045 if current funding cuts persist.
US Suspends Sanctions on Chinese Intelligence Agency to Preserve Trade Agreement
Dec 04, 2025 05:31 pm CST
The Trump administration has halted plans to sanction China's ministry of state security over the extensive Salt Typhoon cyber espionage campaign to maintain the recent US-China trade truce. This decision, along with postponing new export controls, follows the October framework agreement where both nations made concessions to ease trade tensions.