Elon Musk condemned audience support for vandalism targeting Tesla properties shown in a Daily Show clip hosted by Jordan Klepper. The recent surge in attacks coincides with Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), raising concerns over politically motivated violence against Tesla.
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Congo's government will engage in peace talks with the M23 rebel group in Angola, marking a shift from its previous refusal for direct negotiations. The conflict in mineral-rich eastern Congo has escalated significantly, causing massive displacement and humanitarian crises. Mediation efforts are ongoing amid international involvement.
Former US president Barack Obama paid tribute to the late Jimmy Carter, who passed away at 100. Obama highlighted Carter's achievements, including his presidency, human rights work, and post-presidential contributions like Habitat for Humanity efforts. He also praised Carter's integrity and honesty, emphasizing the former president's lifelong commitment to service and decency.
Elon Musk plans to buy the Line Hotel in Washington, turning it into a private social club to stay close to the power center with the Trump family. As co-chief of the Department of Government Efficiency, he will have an office in the Eisenhower Executive Building across from the White House. It is not known whether Elon Musk plans to stay in Washington from now on.
The recent killing of Cambodian dissident Lim Kimya in Thailand and the potential deportation of Uyghur refugees highlight Thailand's inability to protect political refugees. Thailand's membership in the UN Human Rights Council might increase scrutiny on its human rights record and its handling of transnational repression.
Minutes after taking office, Donald Trump was sued by the AFGE and Public Citizen over his plan for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Allegations include DOGE's non-compliance with federal transparency laws and potential adverse effects on federal employees and public services.
Nathanielle Morin, a transgender advisor to Canada's minister of women, defends participating in women's marathons despite being a biological male. Amidst the US banning trans women from female sports, Morin believes she is justified in competing due to her medical transition and current Canadian laws.
Microsoft's Satya Nadella met with President-elect Trump and Elon Musk to discuss AI and cybersecurity. Microsoft committed $80 billion to AI data centers, with over $50 billion allocated in the US, creating jobs. Microsoft President Brad Smith emphasized the need for balanced AI regulations to foster industry growth while ensuring security. The company aims to expand its cloud infrastructure significantly.
A purported manifesto linked to school shooter Natalie 'Samantha' Rupnow is being questioned online as to whether it was at all written by her. Social media users suggest the document's language resembles a translation and is probably not written by an English speaker. The manifesto also had the suspected killer's personal details, her struggle in the family.
A Tunisian man, Brahim Aouissaoui, went on trial in France for the 2020 Nice basilica attack that killed three people. Facing terrorism charges, he claims to remember nothing. Investigators say the attack was premeditated, linked to Islamic extremism, and praised by al-Qaida. If convicted, Aouissaoui faces life in prison. The trial highlights ongoing security concerns in France.