Donald Trump

2024 - 7 - 29

When Trump Talks About an Iron Dome, You Might Just Need a Snickers!

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Is Donald Trump really serious about that Iron Dome? Let's dive into the latest antics of the former president and his head-spinning promises!

As the political circus rolls on, Donald Trump is back in the spotlight, and it seems he’s not just throwing around promises about missile defenses; he's also firing off accusations about migrants. The ex-presidential candidate claims that the recent surge in illegal immigration is linked to an uptick in crime, but recently, the former head of US border security labeled Trump's claims as 'terribly misleading.' Statistics reveal a shocking fact: nine out of ten convicted traffickers are indeed US citizens. When it comes to clarity, you'd think politicians would stop throwing around such errant claims. Nevertheless, with Trump in the mix, we're never short on theatrics!

Adding to the drama, Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI following an attempt on his life at a Pennsylvania rally. This revelation is causing quite the ripple through the political sea, as investigators want to understand his experiences during that harrowing day. Interestingly, the man who tried to assassinate him, Thomas Crooks, was spotted by police prior to the incident but nothing was done. Talk about a plot twist! It's also worth mentioning that the FBI is eager to hear what Trump observed during that terrifying July rally, where chaos erupted.

In a separate yet equally captivating narrative, hip-hop superstar Cardi B has launched a scathing tirade against Trump's alarming promise to his Christian supporters that if elected, they would “never have to vote again.” If that’s not the setup for a political thriller, we don’t know what is! Cardi B voiced her fears about a potential dictatorship. Looks like the debate between celebrity and politics is heating up, igniting conversations nationwide about the intersection of fame and governance.

What’s perhaps most mind-boggling is Trump's desire to transform the U.S. into the “crypto capital of the planet.” Amid all this chaos, it's almost easy to overlook his surprising pivot to the cryptocurrency sector. Combining promises about missiles, politics, and cryptocurrency might just be chaotic genius or sheer confusion. Either way, he's keeping our attention drawn tight.

In a sweeping context, Trump's political strategies often evoke strong reactions—a cocktail of fear, curiosity, and disbelief. With the ever-changing landscape of American politics, it's anyone's guess where he’ll leap next. Will it be a reality TV-style debate, a sudden alliance with influential celebrities, or perhaps more misguided claims regarding safety? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: Trump knows how to keep the conversation going, one outrageous claim at a time!

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Can Donald Trump really build an Iron Dome over America? (Defense One)

In a word, no. The president-turned-candidate is still selling the same old missile-defense snake oil.

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Donald Trump accused of falsely vilifying migrants for surge in US ... (The Guardian)

Former head of US border security says claim 'terribly misleading' and statistics show nine of 10 convicted traffickers are US citizens.

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Donald Trump to be interviewed by FBI after assassination attempt (Sky News)

The man who tried to kill Donald Trump, Thomas Crooks, was spotted by police over an hour before he opened fire. Officers even took a photo of him to share ...

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FBI to interview Donald Trump as Butler shooting probe continues (BBC News)

Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of its investigation into the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania earlier this ...

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Cardi B rips into Donald Trump over his 'terrifying' promise to ... (Hindustan Times)

Cardi B launched a scathing attack against Donald Trump over his “you will never have to vote again” promise to Christian supporters.

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Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 Edge Higher Ahead of Busy ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Donald Trump made a series of promises to the cryptocurrency industry Saturday, saying he wanted to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the planet” and the ...

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Opinion | Trump: 'You Won't Have to Vote Anymore' (The New York Times)

On Trump's comments to Christian voters and claims about his demeaning those with disabilities. Also: Retirement; coming out; youths in need; driver data.

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Donald Trump agrees to FBI interview amid investigation into his ... (Hindustan Times)

Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as investigators dig into the assassination attempt that left the former president wounded.

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Trump agrees to be interviewed in FBI's probe into assassination ... (Aljazeera.com)

FBI agent says agency eager to get ex-US president's 'perspective on what he observed' during July 13 rally shooting.

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Trump agrees to give a victim interview to the FBI after assassination ... (NBC News)

Former President Donald Trump has agreed to participate in a victim interview with the FBI focused on his attempted assassination.

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Cardi B Worries About Donald Trump 'Dictatorship' After Ex-Prez ... (Billboard)

Third time presidential nominee Trump promised religious conservatives that if they elected him things will be "fixed" so they won't have to fill out ballots ...

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Trump will sit for 'victim interview' in assassination attempt ... (ABC News)

Trump will sit for a "victim interview" in the investigation into his attempted assassination, the FBI announced on a Monday conference call with reporters.

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Donald Trump agrees to FBI interview amid probe into assassination ... (Livemint)

The expected interview with the 2024 Republican presidential nominee is part of the FBI's standard protocol to speak with victims during the course of their ...

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FBI to interview Donald Trump as Butler shooting probe continues (BBC News)

Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of its investigation into the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania earlier this ...

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Guardian Essential poll: Australians more favourable to Trump and ... (The Guardian)

Survey records 15-point surge in support for Republican presidential nominee since November 2020, with 36% now considering him favourably.

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Trump Agrees to FBI Interview in Attempted Assassination ... (The New York Times)

Former President Donald J. Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the F.B.I. as part of its investigation into the motives of the 20-year-old man who tried ...

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Was the Shooting of Donald Trump “Political Violence” or Something ... (BU Today)

Amid revelations that the would-be assassin of Donald Trump was bullied in his youth and was enamored of gun culture, BU experts assess his possible, ...

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Pennsylvania officer spotted Trump shooter 90 minutes before open ... (The Guardian)

Would-be assassin detected 30 minutes earlier than officials previously said due to communication failure.

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Donald Trump to visit Chicago for National Association of Black ... (NBC Chicago)

Former President Donald Trump will visit Chicago on Wednesday and attend the National Association of Black Journalists Annual Convention & Career Fair, ...

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Trump says he will sit for FBI interview about assassination attempt (The Guardian)

Republican nominee tells Fox News agents 'coming in on Thursday to see me' amid investigation into rally shooting.

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Donald Trump to attend Chicago's National Association of Black ... (WLS-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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Donald Trump to attend Black journalists' convention in Chicago (ABC News)

Former President Donald Trump is planning to attend the National Association of Black Journalists' annual convention in Chicago on Wednesday.

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Does Donald Trump really want to be a dictator? (The Conversation AU)

Last week, Donald Trump promised a Christian audience that if they voted for him in 2024, they wouldn't have to vote again in four years.

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While the world looks on aghast at Donald Trump, Peter Dutton can ... (The Guardian)

Like the former US president, Australia's opposition leader has honed his skills by exploiting identity politics.

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Donald Trump says he 'probably' will debate Kamala Harris but 'can ... (ABC News)

Donald Trump has backed away somewhat from his earlier commitment to debate Vice President Kamala Harris, questioning the value of a meetup and saying he ...

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Trump's Invitation to National Association of Black Journalists ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Donald Trump is set to take part in a Q&A as part of the 2024 National Association of Black Journalists Convention and Career Fair.

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JD Vance in 2017 said some Donald Trump supporters were racist (The Guardian)

Trump's current running mate said some of the his supporters voted for him in 2016 'for racist reasons'

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Updated timeline for attempted Trump assassination; crypto's impact ... (NPR)

The FBI has released a more detailed timeline of the attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump. And, how crypto is impacting the primary ...

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Trump agrees to FBI interview for assassination attempt investigation (The Associated Press)

The FBI says former President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed as part of its investigation into his attempted assassination in Pennsylvania.

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Donald Trump agrees to sit for interview with FBI as it investigates ... (CNA)

WASHINGTON: Former president Donald Trump said he would sit for an interview with the FBI, as the bureau continues to investigate what motivated 20-year-old ...

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Donald Trump to attend National Association of Black Journalists ... (WPVI-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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Donald Trump to speak at Black journalists convention in Chicago ... (USA TODAY)

The National Association of Black Journalists will host a panel with Donald Trump Wednesday. Some raised concerns about his record with Black voters.

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National Association Of Black Journalists Leaders Defend Planned ... (Deadline)

Trump is scheduled to appear at a session at the association's Chicago convention with ABC News' Rachel Scott, Fox News' Harris Faulkner and Semafor's Kadia ...

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FBI says Trump agreed to victim interview about assassination attempt (CBS News)

Former President Donald Trump will speak with the FBI about the attempted assassination against him at his Pennsylvania rally.

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Donald Trump to attend National Association of Black Journalists ... (KABC-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (KGET 17)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization ...

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (Yahoo News)

Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization and a flurry of ...

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Trump Chicago visit sparks internal and external backlash from ... (Chicago Sun-Times)

Some members of the National Association of Black Journalists say Trump's treatment towards Black reporters during his presidential term should disqualify ...

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Donald Trump Set to Return to Chicago for Just 2nd Time Since ... (WTTW News)

Republican nominee for president Donald Trump is set to take questions about the “most pressing issues facing the Black community” at noon Wednesday at the ...

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Black journalists convention co-chair steps down 1 day after ... (WLS-TV)

When is Trump coming to Chicago? Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at the Hilton Chicago at 720 South Michigan Avenue.

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (The Associated Press)

Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization and a flurry of ...

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Project 2025 director ends work on plan for Donald Trump ... (ABC News)

The director of the "Project 2025" plan for a Donald Trump presidency steps down after Democrats made attacking it central to their election campaign and ...

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Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump (CNN)

Paul Dans has stepped down as director of Project 2025, the conservative playbook for a potential second Donald Trump term, amid intense criticism including ...

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (WTOP)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization ...

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The Latest: Project 2025's director steps down and Trump says ... (ABC News)

Former President Donald Trump has said in a radio interview that Vice President Kamala Harris “doesn't like Jewish people” and appeared to agree with a host ...

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Project 2025 winding down policy work after Trump criticism (NBC News)

The Heritage Foundation official leading Project 2025 is stepping down and the group is winding down its policy work following sustained criticism by former ...

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National Association of Black Journalists faces backlash over Trump ... (NBC News)

The National Association of Black Journalists is facing backlash after announcing on Monday that Donald Trump would take part in a Q&A with Black ...

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Donald Trump repeats controversial 'You won't have to vote any ... (The Guardian)

Republican presidential nominee denies threatening to stay in office after end of possible second term in Fox interview.

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Donald Trump repeats controversial 'you won't have to vote any ... (The Guardian)

But Republican presidential nominee Trump denies threatening to stay in office after end of a possible second term in a Fox News interview.

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Does Donald Trump really want to be a dictator? (News - The University of Sydney)

David Smith, Associate Professor in American Politics and Foreign Policy in the Discipline of Government and International Relations, unpacks the language ...

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Kamala Harris draws level with Donald Trump in race for the White ... (Financial Times)

FT polling analysis shows the Democrats' probable candidate has revitalised her party's campaign in just over a week.

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Harris tries to flip the script on Trump on the border during raucous ... (NPR)

The issue of border security is one of Vice President Harris' biggest vulnerabilities in her campaign. On Tuesday, she tried to use his signature issue ...

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'Say It To My Face': Harris Issues New Trump Debate Challenge At ... (Forbes)

Vice President Kamala Harris doubled down on past comments that she is ready to debate former President Donald Trump, who has been less committal when it ...

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