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January 20, 2026 at 4:25 PM
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How Donald Trump used the power of the presidency to put $1.4 billion in his private pocket: an editorial by NYT. Almost certainly an undercount of the amount pilfered. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Opinion | How Trump Has Used the Presidency to Make at Least $1.4 Billion
The president took an oath to serve the American people. Instead, he’s focused his second term on enriching himself and his family.
www.nytimes.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:26 PM
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Sitting in Davos, Trump proclaims NATO an enemy of the United States, while Putin's Russia is his friend and ally.
Trump amplifies post that says NATO — not China or Russia — is part of the “real threat” to America.
January 20, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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The Catholic archbishop of the U.S. military services said it “would be morally acceptable to disobey” orders if troops considered them against their conscience.
‘Morally acceptable’ for U.S. troops to disobey orders, archbishop says
Timothy P. Broglio, a Vatican senior cleric, expressed concern at President Donald Trump’s U.S. military policy as he pursues Greenland.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Alito absolutely just jumped over Jackson, who started speaking before him.
January 20, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Bessent is worth an estimated $600 million.
January 20, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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"The European Union and the United States have agreed to a trade deal last July," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. "And in politics as in business – a deal is a deal. And when friends shake hands, it must mean something." https://to.pbs.org/4pOwcFt
Top EU official calls Trump's Greenland tariff threat a mistake
While the furor over Trump's desire for control of the vast Arctic island was a focus of an elite annual meeting in Switzerland, Greenland's leader insisted Tuesday on respect for its territorial inte...
to.pbs.org
January 20, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Lutnick is worth an estimated $3.3 billion.
January 20, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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CNN's controversial conservative Scott Jennings set of an explosion of anger Monday night — just hours after another network regular risked her career to hammer his frequent appearances.
Furious guest blitzes CNN's Scott Jennings after glib Epstein quip: 'It is disgusting'
CNN's controversial conservative Scott Jennings set of an explosion of anger Monday night — just hours after another network regular risked her career to hammer his frequent appearances.During a discussion on the Department of Justice stalling on releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, Jennings glibly ...
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January 20, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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A massive replica of a birthday note and crude drawing signed with the typed name Donald J. Trump and a 'Donald' signature that was part of the Epstein birthday book was placed on the National Mall Monday morning, the latest installation by a group that identifies itself as "The Secret Handshake."
New protest art on National Mall takes aim at Trump and Epstein files
A replica of a birthday note President Trump allegedly wrote to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2003 was placed on the National Mall Monday.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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BREAKING: Judges move to find new U.S. Attorney in Virginia's Eastern District
January 20, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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Hi Virginia friends
JUST IN: Federal judges Virginia are seeking applicants to succeed Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. attorney, whose 120-day appointment expires today, they say. www.vaed.uscourts.gov/sites/vaed/f...
January 20, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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6/6 For now, restraint is the EU’s weapon of choice. In fact, European businesses actually benefit while this stalemate lasts.

Read our full story to understand why and to see what could come next 👇
The EU’s magical, mystery trade weapon — and other options to nail Trump
POLITICO analyzes the actions that European leaders can consider when they gather for an emergency summit this week.
www.politico.eu
January 20, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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5/6 💸 America’s enormous debt pile is one Achilles heel the Europeans could utilize — seeing as they hold most of it.

But the EU is unlikely to start the firesale of Washington’s assets, as it could result in the financial equivalent of nuclear mutually assured destruction.
January 20, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Does anyone watching the violent culture of ICE agents in MLPS, or reading their fascist recruitment ads, think the issue is lack of training?

So why are Dems ready to keep funding this monster, with a few "reforms"? Can an opposition meet the moment?

My new column www.inquirer.com/columnists/a...
Yo, Dems: You can’t ‘reform’ fascism | Will Bunch Newsletter
Plus, America’s appalling betrayal of the Hmong.
www.inquirer.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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In case you were wondering what world Scott Bessent inhabits, just listen to these remarks at Davos.
Bessent: "Someone, maybe your parents for their retirement have bought 5, 10, 12 homes."
January 20, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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JENNINGS: “Let's not get our knickers in a twist here.”

MCGOWAN: “Why are you talking like that? It's insane. Your attitude is just horrifying.”🔥

Good to see that more and more steamrolling Scott and the Smug Face he tries to throw up. #TrumpEpsteinFilesCoverUp

(H/T @acyn.bsky.social )
January 20, 2026 at 4:39 AM
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“What I do is a mixture of showbiz and WWE.”

Since people are finally coming right at Scott Jennings— here’s a reminder of what he told @adamfriedlandshow.bsky.social last week 👇🏽 @cameronkasky.bsky.social @julieroginsky.bsky.social @mehdirhasan.bsky.social

(P.S. Abby chooses the guests)
January 20, 2026 at 4:58 AM
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Reuters interviewed ChongLy Scott Thao since being taken by ICE. "I was praying. I was like, God, please help me, I didn't do anything wrong. Why do they do this to me? Without my clothes on?”

They also report one of the men actually wanted by ICE is the ex-husband of a member of the Thao family.
ICE broke into Minnesota home, dragged barely clothed man into snow
A Minnesota man told Reuters on Monday he felt fear, shame and desperation a day after ICE officers broke down his door with guns drawn, handcuffed him and dragged him into the snow wearing shorts and...
www.reuters.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:10 AM
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Cardinal Cupich of Chicago: “We renounce war as an instrument for narrow national interests and proclaim that military action must be seen only as a last resort in extreme situations, not a normal instrument of national policy”
US bishops break further with Trump, this time on foreign policy
U.S. bishops are offering warnings against the Trump administration's recent foreign policy actions and threats, including a rare joint statement from three senior church leaders.
www.ncronline.org
January 20, 2026 at 5:10 AM
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Wow.
Jennings: Let's not get our knickers in a twist here

McGowan: Why are you talking like that? It's insane. Your attitude is just horrifying…
January 20, 2026 at 5:21 AM
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Imagine if there were even 5 Republicans in Congress that would put their country before Trump...but nope.
January 20, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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Trump on Monday warned of a 200 percent tariff on French wines and champagnes after Macron declined to take part in his "Board of Peace," while also confirming that Putin has been invited to join.
January 20, 2026 at 5:53 AM
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President Donald Trump doubled down on his efforts to acquire Greenland late Monday while defending his angry letter to the Norwegian prime minister.
Trump Doubles Down on Nobel Prize Conspiracy After Unhinged Letter
The president lashed out at Norway once again on Monday night.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:56 AM
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Try to underwrite this headline more. Is it even possible?
January 20, 2026 at 5:07 AM