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BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s nominee to oversee an agency that manages a quarter-billion acres of public land has withdrawn her nomination following revelations that she criticized the Republican president in 2021 for inciting the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The withdrawal of Kathleen Sgamma to lead the Interior Department’s Bureau…
Estimating the revenue raised by tariffs is not as straightforward as multiplying the amount of imports by the applicable tariff rate. Tariffs are taxes imposed by one country on goods imported from another country. They are trade barriers that raise prices, reduce available quantities of goods and services for U.S. businesses and consumers, and create…
On Tuesday, the U.S. State Department held a briefing led by MS BRUCE, who began by acknowledging the busy schedule of the White House and the importance of the discussions on international issues. MS BRUCE welcomed attendees and recounted a brief encounter between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and reporters in the bullpen, which sparked…
This article is the fifth in a five-part MSNBC Daily series, “The Future of NATO.” With the Trump administration attacking allies, removing troops from European training missions, handing Ukraine’s bargaining chips to Russia and refusing to guarantee European security even as a “backstop” — this article raises five crucial questions about the future of NATO,…
In a bold move to strengthen national security, the President of the United States has issued a new executive order aimed at revitalizing the country’s defense acquisition processes. This landmark directive outlines a comprehensive plan to enhance the speed and efficiency of military procurement, ensuring that the United States military maintains its position as a…
The United States government’s abrupt and irresponsible termination of foreign assistance is putting the health and human rights of millions of people in Yemen who depend on humanitarian aid at risk, Amnesty International said today. After a decade of a devastating conflict, Yemen continues to face one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Aid workers…
Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American woman serving a 12-year prison sentence for treason in Russia, has been released as part of a prisoner exchange that saw her swapped for an accused smuggler held in the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced via X on Thursday that Karelina, an amateur ballet dancer who previously…
A UK-based traveler, who has visited the United States three times, is reconsidering future trips due to heightened concerns about border scrutiny and traveler experiences in the country. The traveler recalls cherished memories of family trips to Florida, Texas, and Boston, where they felt welcomed and enjoyed the sights and cuisine. However, recent headlines regarding…
In a bold move aimed at reinforcing American energy supremacy, the President has issued an Executive Order seeking to dismantle state and local regulations that hinder the identification, development, and use of domestic energy resources. This initiative emphasizes the critical importance of a robust and affordable energy supply for the national and economic security of…
In 2018, U.S. President Donald Trump famously tweeted about the implications of trade deficits, stating, “When a country (USA) is losing many billions of dollars on trade with virtually every country it does business with, trade wars are good, and easy to win.” This week, the Trump administration took a significant step in its trade…
The Trump administration can once again fire all probationary period employees after a second court ruling in as many days found those challenging the dismissals did not have standing to sue. Most recently hired, or in some cases recently promoted, employees the Trump administration fired across government in February have since been reinstated back into…
Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former executive at Facebook, testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, making serious allegations against the social media giant for undermining national security. Wynn-Williams accused the company of briefing China regarding U.S. artificial intelligence efforts to bolster its business in the region. “We are engaged in a high-stakes AI arms race…