Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has put pen to paper on a deal that's got Washington buzzing louder than a beehive in August. It's about a luxury jet from Qatar, offered up as a gift horse for potential use as Air Force One. This memorandum of understanding, signed on July 7th, is being touted as an "unconditional donation" of a 13-year-old flying palace once used by Qatar's … [Read more...] about Pete Hegseth Strikes High-Stakes Jet Deal with Qatar for Future Air Force One
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Rate Freeze Likely as Trump-Powell Rift Deepens in Economic Standoff
The Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates takes center stage today, as the nation's central bank navigates a complex economic landscape. The Federal Reserve is poised to maintain its current short-term interest rate for the fifth consecutive meeting. This decision comes amid a growing rift between Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and his most vocal critic, … [Read more...] about Rate Freeze Likely as Trump-Powell Rift Deepens in Economic Standoff
Vance Blasts Dems for ‘Blocking Relief for Working Ohioans’ in Tax Cut Showdown
Vice President JD Vance has embarked on a tour to promote the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, making stops in key swing districts across the nation. Reports indicate that his latest appearance took place in Canton, Ohio, where he addressed steel workers at Metallus Inc. Vance's address focused on several key aspects of the legislation. He emphasized new tax … [Read more...] about Vance Blasts Dems for ‘Blocking Relief for Working Ohioans’ in Tax Cut Showdown
Musk Urged to Act as Starlink Allegedly Aids Southeast Asia Fraud Groups
A United States Senator has raised concerns about the potential misuse of satellite internet technology by criminal organizations in Southeast Asia. Senator Maggie Hassan, a Democrat, has formally requested that SpaceX CEO Elon Musk take action to prevent transnational criminal groups from utilizing the company's Starlink satellite internet service for fraudulent activities … [Read more...] about Musk Urged to Act as Starlink Allegedly Aids Southeast Asia Fraud Groups
While Trump Golfs in Scotland, Protesters Rally in Fiery Dissent
President Donald Trump is currently in Scotland, engaging in both leisure and business activities, while his presence has sparked protests across the United Kingdom. President Trump played golf today at his Turnberry resort on the Scottish coast. He was joined by his son Eric and the U.S. Ambassador to Britain, Warren Stephens. This course, a historic property, was acquired … [Read more...] about While Trump Golfs in Scotland, Protesters Rally in Fiery Dissent
