Browsing: USA politics

The United States, traditionally isolationist and safely sheltered by two vast oceans, has always decided and declared itself as a ruler, but never before has it pressed its claim so dramatically. 

Trumpism is here to stay and will outlive his presidency. The reason for that is that his policies have shifted the dynamics in US politics so severely that now Democrats will have to adapt. 

Many of the American headlines are focused on the huge blunder from Trump’s top team after a journalist was accidently added to a private chat where bombing Yemen was discussed. Plenty of headlines have come from the group chat leak, including a clear understanding of just how much the US officials hate Europe, their plans to bomb Houthis and JD Vance’s disagreement with Trump.

There are reactions to the poor performance of the USMNT in the Nations League. It’s been a really bad few months for the team and sports pundits and fans are sharing their concerns ahead of the 2026 World Cup – in which the US is one of three hosts. The poor attendance at the matches have also been highlighted.

Most of the American headlines (and global) are reporting on the massive blunder from Trump’s team when a left-wing journalist was accidentally added to a group chat. The chat was leaked – as were some juicy details, which is leading many headlines in print and online. From plans to bomb Yemen’s Houthis to calling Europe ‘pathetic’ the leak has led to calls for a probe and questions over national security protocols.

Elsewhere, the USMNT has finished fourth in the Nations League – fourth out of just four teams. For those looking ahead to the World Cup, the bigger concern was over the poor attendance at the USA matches over the Nations League, with more questions arising about how the USA (along with Canada and Mexico) will fare in hosting the 2026 tournament.

A group chat involving high-ranking US officials, unintentionally including journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, revealed plans for airstrikes on Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and a critical perspective on European allies’ military contributions.

Mari Santos, an American student in Scotland, experiences a personal dimension of international tension as locals express concerns about the political climate under President Donald Trump, illustrating how the perception of American identity has shifted due to his administration’s policies and rhetoric.

A group chat on Signal inadvertently included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, who received advance notice of US military strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen from senior Trump administration officials.

A group chat on the Signal app involving Trump officials, discussing sensitive military plans against Houthi rebels in Yemen, was inadvertently exposed to Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic.

The Pentagon has been under scrutiny for a recent purge of online content that celebrated military achievements by women and minorities, resulting in the removal of significant historical references from Defence Department sites and social media.

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aiming to dismantle the Department of Education, although congressional approval is required for complete closure.

U.S. District Judge Jeb Boasberg has demanded clarification from the Trump administration regarding their failure to comply with a court order that temporarily halted deportation flights to El Salvador. The judge’s order was issued amid concerns over flights transporting Venezuelan immigrants identified by the administration as gang members.

President Trump has directed the release of unredacted government files concerning JFK’s assassination, with over 31,000 pages now accessible online.

Cliff Notes – Trump admin vows unrelenting strikes on Houthis in Yemen The US Defence Secretary announced a continued military campaign against Yemen’s Houthi rebels…

The US deported over 200 alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to El Salvador by invoking the rarely used wartime Alien Enemies Act, despite a temporary federal court ruling against the expulsions.

Cliff Notes – Will Trump’s gamble pay off Donald Trump has hinted at a potential end to the Ukraine war following “productive” discussions with Vladimir…

Top Democrat backs Republican bill to avoid government shutdown but warns that the bill gives Trump and Elon Musk more power to cut government services.

Cliff Notes Several Democratic governors are leveraging sports discussions to connect with voters and portray a relatable image, as they seek to strengthen their outreach.…

Cliff Notes President Trump expressed skepticism about the Education Department managing the federal government’s nearly $2 trillion student loan portfolio, stating, "That’s not their business."…

When the United States signed a free-trade agreement with Canada and Mexico over 30 years ago, it was under the premise that collaboration with these…

Trump Issues Warning to Hamas US President Donald Trump has been in direct talks with Hamas, issuing them a “last warning” – to release all…

US President Donald Trump on Monday ordered a temporary suspension of US military aid to Ukraine. It comes just days after Trump clashed with Ukrainian…

US Vice President JD Vance expressed confidence Monday that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky would “eventually” agree to discuss peace with Russia, following his bitter Oval…

Key US agencies, including the FBI, State Department and the Pentagon, have instructed their employees not to respond to an email from cost-cutting chief Elon Musk ordering…

Vice President – JD Vance Republican elected on Donald Trump’s ticket in the 2023 November elections. Vice President – JD Vance Republican James David Vance…

The current Speaker of the House – Mike Johnson Republican – Louisiana. Speaker of the House – Mike Johnson Republican Republican Mike Johnson elected 56th…

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