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Myanmar Junta Announces 2025-2026 Elections Amidst Skepticism and Conflict

Myanmar's planned 2025-2026 elections face skepticism amid political turmoil and international condemnation.

#myanmar, #elections, #military, #politics

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Defunding of CPB: A Historic Shift in American Public Media Landscape

Corporation for Public Broadcasting to shut down after $1.1B funding cut by Rescissions Act 2025, impacting public media stations nationwide.

#publicmedia, #fundingcut, #politics, #trump, #cpb

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Trump Nominates E.J. Antoni to Lead Bureau of Labor Statistics Amid Controversy

Trump nominates E.J. Antoni as BLS chief after controversial firing of Erika McEntarfer. Senate confirmation expected to be contentious.

#trump, #bls, #economics, #politics

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President Trump Announces Kennedy Center Honors and Renovation Plans

President Trump announces 2025 Kennedy Center Honors and a $257 million renovation, sparking debate.

#trump, #kennedycenter, #arts, #politics

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South Korean President Pardons Ex-Justice Minister Cho Kuk Amid Controversy

President Lee Jae Myung grants a controversial pardon to Cho Kuk, sparking debate on national unity and justice ahead of Liberation Day.

#southkorea, #chokuk, #pardon, #politics, #leejaemyung

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Chris Wright Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Energy, Sparking Debate on Fossil Fuels

Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Energy, highlighting focus on fossil fuels under Trump's administration.

#chriswright, #energy, #politics, #trumpadministration, #fossilfuels

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President Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on Over 60 Countries

Trump's new tariffs target imports from over 60 countries, escalating global trade tensions and potentially triggering retaliatory measures.

#trump, #tariffs, #globaltrade, #economy, #politics

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President Trump Signs Executive Order to Combat Debanking in the US

Trump's order addresses 'debanking' by removing 'reputational risk' from compliance standards, affecting political and religious discrimination.

#trump, #banking, #politics, #executiveorder

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Lebanese Government Moves to Disarm Hezbollah Amid Rising Tensions

Lebanon plans to disarm Hezbollah, facing opposition amid international pressure. State aims for weapon monopoly by year-end.

#lebanon, #hezbollah, #politics, #disarmament

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Mali's Military Government Dissolves Political Parties, Extends Rule Amid Protests

Mali's junta dissolved political parties, sparking protests and international outcry over democratic setbacks.

#mali, #politics, #democracy, #protests

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Governor Huckabee Sanders Headlines "Salute to Liberty" in South Carolina

Governor Huckabee Sanders to speak at "Salute to Liberty" in South Carolina, marking a leadership shift in GOP politics.

#gop, #sarahhuckabeesanders, #politics, #southcarolina

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Sparks Debate Over Social Security's Future with 'Trump Accounts'

Treasury Secretary Bessent's comments on 'Trump Accounts' incite debate over potential Social Security privatization.

#politics, #socialsecurity, #trumpaccounts, #economy

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Democrats Eye 2026 Midterms with Cautious Optimism, Banking on Key Recruits

With strategic recruitment and electoral dynamics, Democrats aim for gains in the 2026 midterms despite past challenges.

#democrats, #elections, #2026midterms, #politics, #roycooper

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Federal Reserve Faces Political Pressure and Leadership Changes Impact Monetary Policy

The Federal Reserve's independence under scrutiny amid political pressures and impending leadership changes affecting monetary policy.

#federalreserve, #monetarypolicy, #leadershipchange, #politics

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Taiwan Faces Pivotal Recall Votes Amid Tensions with China

Taiwan to hold recall votes on 24 lawmakers, potentially shifting power dynamics amid China tensions.

#taiwan, #politics, #china, #recallvotes