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The ‘Epstein files’ implosion bleeds into foreign policy
The ‘Epstein files’ implosion bleeds into foreign policy The “Epstein files” scandal continues to impact US foreign policy, as MAGA influencers face resistance from politicians who are stonewalling them. The lack of new information on the Epstein case has led to growing discontent among Trump’s loyalists and die-hard Epstein truthers. This discontent is now being […]
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Why do MAGA faithful support Trump if his ‘big beautiful bill’ will likely hurt many of them?
Why do MAGA faithful support Trump if his ‘big beautiful bill’ will likely hurt many of them? President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025, which focuses on cutting taxes for high-income households and increasing funding for military and border security, but critics argue it will hurt […]
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Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick
Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick Malaysia has expressed strong opposition to Donald Trump’s nomination of right-wing influencer Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador, citing his lack of relevant experience and temperament, as well as his perceived disparaging of Islam and pro-Israel views. The nomination marks a turning point in […]
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What MAGA means to Americans
What MAGA means to Americans A decade after Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, researchers analyzed Americans’ explanations of what “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) means to them, finding that public views mirror both Trump and Clinton’s perspectives. Republicans interpret MAGA as a call for the renewal of the US economy and military might, as well as […]
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Tanks, guns and face-painting
Tanks, guns and face-painting The US Army’s Grand Military Parade on the National Mall was marred by an unsettling scene: a child operating an M119A3 Howitzer, while their parents took a photo in the background. The parade was ostensibly held to celebrate the US Army’s 250th birthday and recruit new soldiers, as the Army has […]
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MAGA’s next wave of influencers saved TikTok
MAGA’s next wave of influencers saved TikTok TikTok was on the verge of being banned in the US due to concerns over national security and data harvesting by the Chinese government. A bipartisan bill passed Congress, requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, to sell the app or face an outright ban. Despite this, TikTok remains online […]
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Trump’s first 100 days show him dictating the terms of press coverage − following Hungarian strongman Viktor Orbán’s playbook for media control
Trump’s first 100 days show him dictating the terms of press coverage − following Hungarian strongman Viktor Orbán’s playbook for media control President Donald Trump has taken steps to dictate the terms of press coverage, mirroring Hungarian strongman Viktor Orbán’s playbook for media control. Trump’s administration has barred The Associated Press from the Oval Office, […]
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The MAGA-tech situationship
The MAGA-tech situationship Steve Bannon, a prominent figure in the MAGA movement, appeared at Y Combinator’s Little Tech Summit alongside Rohit Chopra, a progressive and protégé of Sen. Elizabeth Warren. Bannon’s presence was unexpected, as his timeslot had been buried in the schedule, sparking surprise among attendees and observers. The event brought together two seemingly […]
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