A Boston University employee is criticised for posting a graphic accusing DOGE staff of treason. Elon Musk, who leads DOGE, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have both responded, highlighting the controversial nature of the department's role and influence in government operations.
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Democratic NYC mayoral candidates are leveraging the Trump-Adams relationship to garner support from Trump-opposing voters. Progressive campaigns are using this issue in communication strategies to boost their positions, especially following DOJ's move to drop Adams' bribery charges. Adams has aligned himself with Trump's administration, leading to significant controversy.
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US President Donald Trump, during a Black History Month event, announced a national garden of American heroes featuring tributes to notable Black figures like Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Frederick Douglass, and others. The event showcased prominent Black supporters, sports, and entertainment personalities, celebrating Black contributions to American history and greatness.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Monday welcomed indirect talks between the United States and Iran but insisted Europe would be "vigilant" its security concerns were taken into account. "We very much welcome this step, but we will be vigilant with our British and German friends and partners to ensure that any negotiations that may be undertaken are consistent with our security interests," Barrot said at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg.
Donald Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles, appeared visibly shocked in a viral photo. At that time, Trump was speaking about Gaza and how the place has become hell and that Palestinians should leave the 'hell' and settle somewhere else. Later Trump said the US would take over Gaza though the White House clarified that he meant the US would work with regional partners to rebuild Gaza.