Trump admits he doesn't know who he pardoned 

President TrumppardonedLast month billionaire crypto founder Changpeng Zhao, who pleaded guilty to money-laundering violations in 2023. Zhao’s company, Binance alsomade a business dealThe Trump family incorporated its crypto venture World Liberty Financial in May. But when the president recently sat down with CBS’s “60 Minutes,” he gave usThis unforgettable moment:   “Norah O’Donnell: At the time…

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Democrats weigh shift to reopen government

It is Tuesday. Happy Election Day! 12:30 Not subscribed to the report? Sign up here, In today’s issue: • Discussion on internal DEM shutdown • Election Day Preview • The Hill interview with Mike Pence • Remembering Dick Cheney to close Thank you for signing up! Subscribe to more newsletters Here The latest in politics…

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Today’s election is setting the stage for 2026

Today’s election results in California, Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York City and elsewhere could impact congressional and gubernatorial races across the country in 2026 and will show the impact of President Donald Trump’s current unpopularity. Candidates for governor and other statewide offices and legislatures will be on the ballot in Virginia and New Jersey….

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Hegseth says South Korea will take larger role in defense against North Korean aggression

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that South Korea will play a bigger role in defense against North Korean aggression as Seoul pledged to step up its investment in military capabilities and increase defense spending. Hegseth said he is “very encouraged” by South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-bak’s commitment to increase defense spending and…

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Trump’s attacks on Spain only serve Putin’s interests

Given the clear threat posed by Russia, some increase in European defense spending is clearly warranted. However, many European countries are suffering economic stress, partly caused by President Trump’s tariffs. It is clearly impossible that his commitment to spend 5 percent Major national defense requirements of GDP will be met anytime. Only Spain has been…

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Democrats divided over cutting deal to end shutdown

Senate Democrats are divided over whether Republicans have offered enough to reach a deal to end the government shutdown this week. Many centrist Democrats are signaling to their Republican colleagues that an agreement could be reached in the next few days. But other Senate Democrats have warned that reopening the government without a real concession…

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