US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a joint press conference at the White House’s Oval Office for 11 pm (IST) on Friday after Elon Musk stepped down from his role as a special government employee.
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JD Vance praised Elon Musk on the Joe Rogan show, stating, "You can't say he's a dumb**s," prompting laughter. Musk shared the clip on X, responding with "Lmao," which quickly went viral, garnering over 16 million views. X users reacted positively, with many praising Vance's humor and Musk's wit.
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Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' faces skepticism from Republican senators, international investors, and even Elon Musk, due to concerns about escalating US debt. Despite White House assurances of economic growth, critics highlight rising debt levels following Trump's 2017 tax reductions. Experts warn that increased debt could sustain elevated interest rates, hindering economic expansion and burdening future policymakers.
President Trump threatened a 25% tariff on all smartphones sold in the US but manufactured elsewhere, impacting companies like Apple and Samsung. This move aims to push smartphone production to the United States, despite experts deeming it unrealistic and potentially raising iPhone costs significantly. Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with Apple's manufacturing in India, insisting on domestic production to avoid tariffs.
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