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Trump calls economist Paul Krugman a 'deranged bum' over tariff criticism

President Donald Trump criticized Nobel Prize-winning economist and former New York Times columnist Paul Krugman, calling him a "deranged bum," as per a report in New York Post. The President's comment was a response to Krugman's public criticism of the administration's tariff regime.

Former government officials criticize FBI director over agent removals

A group of former government officials, identified as The Steady State, has authored a letter criticizing FBI Director Kash Patel for the removal of agents from the bureau, Fox News says in a report. The group alleges that the dismissals constitute a 'purge' and amount to a political weaponization of the federal law enforcement agency. Kash Patel is the current FBI Director under the administration of President Donald Trump.

Farmers displaced by Trump-backed golf course in Vietnam reportedly offered low compensation

Vietnamese farmers whose land will be used for a $1.5bn golf resort backed by the Trump family have reportedly been offered rice provisions and cash compensation as low as $12 per square meter by state authorities, according to a report in The Guardian. Thousands of villagers are slated to receive compensation based on their land's size and location. The report notes that some elderly farmers have expressed fear they will struggle to find a stable livelihood after being displaced. Amid the dispute over compensation rates, the White House has denied suggestions that the resort in Vietnam presents a conflict of interest.

Unions blame Trump administration policies for drop in Las Vegas tourism

Nevada's largest labor union asserts that the immigration policies of the Trump administration are causing a decline in tourism to Las Vegas and affecting workers, according to a report in The Guardian. Data from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority shows that overall visitor numbers fell by 11.3% in June compared to the same month last year, with international tourism dropping by 13%. The union links these figures, which have resulted in workers facing layoffs, directly to the administration's policies.

Jen Psaki responds to question about fearing retribution from Trump administration

Former Biden White House press secretary Jen Psaki responded to a question on MSNBC about whether she fears retribution from President Donald Trump's administration, according to a report in HuffPost. During a segment with an MSNBC colleague, Psaki, who served under former President Joe Biden and now hosts a program on the network, was asked directly if she was concerned the current administration was 'coming after' her. The question was presented in the context of President Trump's stated intentions regarding potential retribution against political opponents.

Ohio senator Bernie Moreno promotes President Trump's agenda in Latin America tour

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno, who was elected with support from President Donald Trump, is undertaking a three-nation tour of Latin America to promote the administration's agenda, AP says in a report. The trip for Ohio's first Latino senator includes a visit to his birthplace of Bogota, Colombia. Moreno's stated goals for the tour include seeking cooperation with Mexico to combat fentanyl trafficking and focusing on trade issues, with a planned visit to the Panama Canal.

Trial begins over legality of National Guard deployment in Los Angeles during Trump's first term

A federal judge in San Francisco is set to hear arguments on whether the deployment of federalized California National Guard members and U.S. Marines to Los Angeles during Donald Trump's first presidential term was unlawful, as per a report in AP. The deployment, which occurred in response to protests over federal immigration raids, was carried out despite objections from California Governor Gavin Newsom and local city leaders. The trial will examine the legality of the federal government's decision to send the forces into the city under those circumstances.

Lawyer Alan Dershowitz offered free pierogi over reported shunning for Trump defense

A Trump-supporting pierogi business owner has offered lawyer Alan Dershowitz a lifetime supply of the food in response to reports of his social ostracization on Martha's Vineyard, the New York Post says in a report. The reported shunning is linked to Dershowitz's past role as a member of President Donald Trump's legal defense team during his 2020 impeachment trial.

Trump nominates Tammy Bruce for U.N. role

President Donald Trump has nominated Tammy Bruce, the current State Department spokeswoman, for a position at the United Nations, The New York Times says in a report. Bruce, who has served in her State Department role since January, was previously a longtime political commentator and contributor for Fox News.

Trump administration to deploy FBI agents for night patrol in Washington

The Trump administration is set to deploy Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I.) agents to conduct night patrols in Washington, D.C., The New York Times says in a report. This initiative is being presented as a fulfillment of President Donald Trump's pledge to combat street crime within the capital. The decision marks a significant use of federal law enforcement agents in roles that are traditionally performed by local police departments.

Trump pledges to relocate homeless individuals from Washington, D.C.

US President Donald Trump has pledged to move homeless individuals in Washington, D.C., 'far' away from the nation's capital, according to a report in Al Jazeera. The White House has reportedly declined to specify what legal authority the president would use to implement such a plan to evict people from the city.

President Trump speaks with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu about Gaza military plan

President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday amid growing international backlash over Israel's plan to expand military control of the Gaza Strip, The Hill said in a report. According to a social media post from Netanyahu's office, the two leaders discussed Israel's plans for taking control of the remaining Hamas strongholds in the region.

NATO assures support for Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin summit

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said the alliance is "making sure that Ukraine has what it needs to stay in the fight" ahead of a scheduled summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15, according to a report in The Hill. The statement comes amid concerns over the direct talks, which were announced by President Trump and are set to take place in Alaska.

Zelensky says Ukraine will not let Russia 'deceive' the US ahead of Trump-Putin meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country will not let Russia "deceive" the United States as a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin looms, according to a report in The Hill. Zelensky noted that his team is in constant communication with American officials, stating, "not a single day goes by without communication on how to ensure real peace."

Ukrainian ambassador says Ukraine hopes for an effective Trump-Putin meeting

Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. stated on Sunday that the entire country is hopeful for the upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin to be effective and yield positive results, according to a report in The Hill. The ambassador expressed a desire for Putin's actions to cease and conveyed hope that a push from President Trump, combined with existing sanctions, would contribute to this outcome.

President Trump calls golfer Grant Forrest to congratulate him on tournament win at Scotland course

President Donald Trump placed a congratulatory phone call to Grant Forrest following his victory Sunday in the Nexo Championship at Trump International Golf Links in Scotland, AP said in a report. Trump, who called from his course near Washington, D.C., praised Forrest's performance on what he described as a "big, strong and tough" course. The European tour amplified the interaction by posting a video of the call on its social media channels.

Vice President Vance says President Trump will decide timing of Russia-Ukraine peace talks

Vice President JD Vance has stated that President Donald Trump will determine the timing for any peace negotiations involving Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the New York Post says in a report. Vance's comments dismissed the possibility of a meeting between the Ukrainian and Russian leaders occurring before President Trump's own scheduled meeting with Putin this Friday.

Pressure to confirm Trump's nominees marks start of congressional recess

Ongoing pressure on lawmakers to confirm President Donald Trump's various nominees is a key issue as members of the U.S. House and Senate begin their August recess, according to a report in Fox News. The recess follows a period of marathon legislative sessions on Capitol Hill where the confirmation of presidential appointments was a significant focus.

Trump criticizes Federal Reserve renovations ahead of DC press conference on crime and beautification

President Donald Trump criticized the Federal Reserve's renovations of its headquarters on Sunday, The Hill said in a report. The criticism comes before a press conference scheduled for Monday morning, which will address "crime and the beautification" of Washington, D.C. The event is set to take place at 10:00 A.M. EST in the White House Press Briefing Room.

Trump's goal is to prevent a 'third invasion' of Ukraine, says Lindsey Graham

A key foreign policy goal for President Donald Trump is to prevent a "third invasion" of Ukraine during potential negotiations with Russia, according to Senator Lindsey Graham, the New York Post says in a report. Graham's phrasing implies that Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and its 2022 full-scale attack are considered the first two invasions. The senator also specified that President Trump wants Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "to be part of the process" for any resolution.

President Trump's White House ballroom plan faces potentially multi-year review process

A plan initiated by President Donald Trump to construct a new ballroom at the White House is subject to a potentially multi-year review by the National Capital Planning Commission, according to a report in The Washington Post. The commission, which oversees federal development in the region, has a history of lengthy approval timelines for projects on the White House grounds, even for those of a much smaller scale than the proposed ballroom. This indicates the project will likely undergo a protracted regulatory and planning process before any construction can begin.

Border wall materials sold under previous administration may be repurchased by federal government, auctioneer says

Border wall materials sold off after construction was halted by the previous Biden administration may be returned to the federal government, according to a report in Fox News. The auctioneer, GovPlanet, claims a deal is in place for the materials to be bought back "at-cost," which means the government would pay the price the auction firm originally paid. The arrangement is reportedly being made with an office overseeing current President Donald Trump's border security agenda.

Sanders says Republican party, under Trump or Vance, has no significant message for the working class

Senator Bernie Sanders has dismissed the idea of Vice President J.D. Vance being a likely Republican frontrunner for the 2028 presidential election, according to a report in The Hill. During an appearance on CNN, Sanders stated that it "doesn’t matter to me who heads the Republican Party." He asserted that neither President Donald Trump, Vice President Vance, nor the current Republican party have "anything of significance to say to working class people."

Judge blocks Trump-era order, halting commercial fishing in Pacific marine monument

A federal judge in Hawaii has stopped commercial fishing in the Pacific Remote Islands Heritage Marine National Monument, siding with environmental groups who challenged a directive from a previous Trump administration, according to a report in AP. The ruling reverses an order that had opened the protected area to commercial activity. Environmentalists argued that industrial longline fishing, which involves lines up to 60 miles long with baited hooks, would endanger protected species like turtles, marine mammals, and seabirds in the monument.

Trump nominates Tammy Bruce to UN deputy post

President Donald Trump announced his nomination of Tammy Bruce, the current spokesperson for the State Department, to the position of U.S. deputy representative to the United Nations, according to a report in The Hill. The announcement was made on Saturday, putting forward Bruce for the senior diplomatic role at the UN.

Firms report high revenue from US immigration enforcement contracts

Companies that provide technology, surveillance, and private detention services for the Trump administration's immigration enforcement have reported higher-than-expected financial results, according to a report in The Guardian. The tech firm Palantir and private prison operators Geo Group and CoreCivic announced recent revenues that surpassed Wall Street expectations. The companies attribute this growth to increased demand for their services as part of the administration's expansion of immigration detention and deportation operations.

Trump adviser Laura Loomer criticizes Army Secretary for post honoring Medal of Honor recipient

Laura Loomer, who serves as an unofficial adviser to President Donald Trump, has criticized Army Secretary Dan Driscoll over a social media post, according to a report in The Washington Post. The post in question recognized the combat actions of Florent Groberg, a retired Army Captain who received the Medal of Honor in 2015. Loomer's public chastisement was directed at the Army Secretary for his acknowledgment of Groberg's valor.

Arizona senator assails Trump's 2017 tax bill at Iowa town hall

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego received cheers from a crowd in Iowa on Saturday while criticizing a major tax bill signed by President Donald Trump during his first term in 2017, AP said in a report. Gallego, a Democrat, assailed the Republican-backed legislation, stating it would likely make 'America poorer and sicker.' The report notes the positive reception for Gallego contrasted with an event earlier in the week where a Nebraska Republican was reportedly jeered while promoting the same tax bill.

Trump attacks Nancy Pelosi and alleges her husband used inside information

President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on Representative Nancy Pelosi, calling her a "disgusting degenerate" and alleging that she and her husband, Paul Pelosi, became wealthy through "inside information," according to a report in the New York Post. The report details Trump's claims that Paul Pelosi's financial success was a direct result of access to privileged information due to his wife's prominent political position.

Lobbying campaign underway to secure presidential pardon for Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

A sophisticated lobbying effort is underway to persuade President Donald Trump to pardon Changpeng Zhao, the founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, according to a report in The New York Times. The campaign aims to secure a presidential pardon for Zhao, who was convicted for violations related to anti-money laundering laws. A pardon is seen as a crucial step that could potentially boost Binance's chances of breaking into the U.S. market.