President Trump's aides' reckless discussion of a military strike in a Signal chat with a journalist has sparked controversy, raising concerns about national security and exposing the power of MAGA media to downplay the story and attack the messenger. Despite attempts to deflect blame, the incident remains a top news item, highlighting the ongoing tension between media coverage and the Trump administration.
Wall Street's rocky week continued on Thursday as investors grappled with uncertainty from President Trump's tariffs, despite a late announcement of a one-month tariff delay on USMCA products. The market remains volatile due to trade policy uncertainty, with the Nasdaq in correction territory and the Dow and S&P 500 on track for their worst weeks since 2023 and 2024, respectively.
President Donald Trump's promotion of his own meme coin, $TRUMP, has raised concerns about his judgment and potential conflicts of interest, as he holds a majority ownership of the tokens and could personally benefit from their value. This move has sparked controversy within the crypto community, with some fearing it could damage the industry's reputation and hinder its progress.
Jon Ossoff, the Democratic senator from Georgia, plans to run for reelection in 2026 by mobilizing his base and capitalizing on voter dissatisfaction with Donald Trump. Ossoff believes that Trump's attempts to expand his power, target his opponents, and dismantle the federal government will alienate swing voters and that the 2026 election will be decided by which party can best mobilize its base.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian responded to President Trump's letter regarding the country's nuclear program, rejecting direct negotiations but leaving the door open for indirect talks. This response marks the first official communication between the two nations since Trump's letter earlier this month.