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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Uncovering the Truth: Federal Spending and Social Security

The federal government spends a lot of money, and a big chunk of it goes to entitlement programs. Elon Musk, a tech billionaire and presidential adviser, recently brought this up in an interview. He pointed out that a large portion of federal spending, around 500 to 700 billion dollars, is used for

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Skyrocket

A recent announcement has made waves in the global market. The United States has decided to hike up the tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada by an additional 25%. This move brings the total duties to a whopping 50%. This decision comes as a response to Ontario's recent 25% tax on ele

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Katie Porter Joins the Race for California Governor

Katie Porter, a former Democratic representative, has decided to run for the position of California governor. She is not the only one in the race. She is competing against a bunch of other Democrats. These include Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, state Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

From Hero to Zero: Duterte's Sudden Arrest

The former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, found himself in a surprising situation. He was arrested at Manila's international airport after returning from Hong Kong. The reason? The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued a warrant for his arrest. They accused him of crimes against

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Drone War: Ukraine's Bold Strike on Moscow

Ukraine launched a significant drone assault on Moscow early Tuesday morning. This was one of the biggest drone attacks since the conflict began. Both sides have been intensifying their strikes as they prepare for upcoming peace talks. The goal is to find a solution to the three-year-long conflict.

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Standing Up for Mahmoud: Protests Erupt for Palestinian Activist

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, has sparked a wave of protests across the United States. People are rallying to demand his release. Khalil was arrested at his apartment by federal immigration agents. They claimed his student visa was being revoked. This is de

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

EU's Big Defense Plan: Buy European, Not American

The EU is pushing for a massive defense loan program worth 150 billion euros. This money is meant to help European countries buy military equipment made in Europe. The goal is to reduce dependence on U. S. suppliers. The EU wants to boost its own defense industry. This plan is part of a broader e

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Greenland's Big Vote: Independence or Business as Usual?

Greenland is hosting a major election, and it's not just about local politics. This time, the world is watching. US President Donald Trump's interest in buying Greenland has sparked a heated debate about the island's future. But this isn't a new argument. Greenland has been under Denmark's control f

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Defense: A New Plan on the Horizon

Ukraine is eager for answers as military leaders from over 30 countries gather in Paris. The goal? To form a united force to stop future Russian aggression. This meeting is a big deal. It's the result of France and Britain's efforts to rally nations under a so-called “coalition of the willing” to pr

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Social Security: What's Next for Americans?

Senator Bernie Sanders has raised concerns about the future of Social Security. He believes that the current administration, under President Donald Trump, might try to privatize Social Security and reduce benefits for many Americans who rely on it. The future of programs like Social Securit

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