In his first public address since leaving office, former President Joe Biden accused Donald Trump of severely damaging the Social Security Administration. Speaking at a disability advocates' conference, Biden criticised the Trump administration's actions, including job cuts and new identity-verification rules. He alleged these measures aim to undermine the critical safety net to enable tax cuts for the wealthy.
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Former Pakistan captain Asif Iqbal believes there's nothing wrong with Pakistan cricket despite their performance in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. He highlights the stronger performance of opponents. Praising Indian cricketer Virat Kohli's form and Afghanistan's prowess, he also expresses disappointment over India's refusal to play in Pakistan for the tournament.
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