Vice President JD Vance, in a way, confirmed that Elon Musk would be exiting his government role but he asserted that the Politico report that said Donald Trump told his inner circle that Elon Musk would be stepping down is fake. After DOGE work, Elon Musk would remain a friend and an adviser to both the president and the vice president, JD said.
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President Donald Trump's proposal for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip and resettle its people was met with widespread condemnation from Palestinians and leaders across the globe. While Trump suggested transforming Gaza into a prosperous region with US ownership, Palestinian officials and regional leaders, including Hamas and Egyptian authorities, rejected the idea as a violation of Palestinian rights. Trump’s vague plan was criticized for its lack of details on... Expand
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Marine veteran Daniel Penny, recently acquitted in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely, will attend the Army-Navy football game as a guest of Vice President-elect JD Vance. Vance praised Penny's actions and expressed gratitude for his acceptance of the invitation, extending the invitation from President-elect Trump's suite.
The US government faces a potential shutdown if the Senate does not pass the continuing resolution for funding by Friday night. Senate Democrats oppose the bill, fearing it grants President Trump excessive control over spending. A shutdown could furlough federal employees and leave contractors unpaid, though mandatory programs like Social Security would continue.