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An independent dive into the most pressing political news stories of the day, offering a balanced look at the arguments from all sides.
“We don’t want to be Americans.” Greenland’s likely new Prime Minister rejects Trump takeover efforts.
March 14, 2025 at 7:22 PM
What President Trump is doing is insane, experts warn.
March 13, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed conditional support for the U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, describing the idea as “correct” but emphasizing the need to address several critical issues before any agreement can be finalized.
March 13, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Europe hit US hard with retaliatory tariffs

Major trade partners are hitting back at President Trump’s increased tariffs on aluminum and steel imports—slapping new taxes on U.S. goods from textiles and water heaters to beef and bourbon.
March 12, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Facts or fiction?

U.S. accuses Japan of imposing exorbitant tariffs on rice.
March 12, 2025 at 12:13 PM
The US says Japan has 700% tariffs on US rice.

Facts or fiction?

According to the most recent numbers from the agriculture ministry, the U.S accounted for the highest share of tariff-free rice imported by Japan in 2023
March 12, 2025 at 10:58 AM
March 7, 2025 at 9:29 PM
According to Reuters, the Trump administration plans to revoke temporary legal status for 240,000 Ukrainians who fled Russia’s conflict, potentially fast-tracking their deportation.
March 6, 2025 at 8:19 PM
The Supreme Court rejects Trumps bid to keep $2 Billion in Foreign Aid frozen.

In a close 5-4 decision, this ruling upholds a lower court’s order requiring the government to release funds owed to contractors and nonprofits for completed work.
March 5, 2025 at 9:51 PM
What is a joke to the USA is death to another. Trumps renewed threat to Greenland.
March 5, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Trump warns educational institutions about protests.
March 4, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Ontario, Canada via Brian Krassienstein. American liquor has been ordered to be removed from shelves across Ontario.
March 4, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Canada responds to US tariffs.
PM Trudeau: “There are no winners in a trade war”
March 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Ontario Premier Doug Ford just canceled Elon Musk’s Starlink contract and banned all U.S. companies from government contracts in response to Trump’s economic war with Canada.

“It’s done, it’s gone,” Ford said. “We won’t award contracts to people who
March 4, 2025 at 8:59 PM
March 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
In other news: A Californian asked if it is even healthy to open a social media account and only see posts from one account.
February 27, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Xi and Putin Reaffirm Alliance

In a significant geopolitical move, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their “no limits” strategic partnership.
Image: Getty image
February 26, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Germany has firmly rejected UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s proposal to deploy European peacekeeping troops to Ukraine as part of a future ceasefire agreement, calling the idea “completely premature” and “highly inappropriate”.
February 19, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Xi rare meeting with tech leaders.
Reports are that he told leaders to “show your talent”.
February 19, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Mexico threatens Google with legal action over the renaming of Gulf.

The name “Gulf of Mexico,” dating back to 1607, is officially recognized by the United Nations, further complicating the dispute.
February 19, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Germany has firmly rejected UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s proposal to deploy European peacekeeping troops to Ukraine as part of a future ceasefire agreement, calling the idea “completely premature” and “highly inappropriate”.
February 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Hard to keep up with what is happening? Here are a few stories to start with 🧵

US-Russia Peace Talks

Well you would think it’s about peace between the two but nope, it’s all about Ukraine without Ukraine. 🤔
February 17, 2025 at 6:33 PM
While on local soil the resignations keep ramping up. AUSA Southern District New York Hagan Scotten resignation letter.
February 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM