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Trump backtracks on both the boat strike video AND affordability
MSNBC· 2025-12-09 05:16
We are now 329 days away from the midterms. Usually, we hear from President Donald Trump speak at the White House a few times a week. He's announcing something.He's talking about whatever is on his mind and going back and forth with reporters. That's normal. But today, today's White House event was very revealing on several different subjects, starting with a controversial second strike on a boat in the Caribbean.Watch this. >> Mr. . President, you said you would have no problem with releasing the full vide ...
The Incompetence Undermining Trump’s Agenda
MSNBC· 2025-12-06 19:04
Hey, good morning. It is Saturday, December the 6th. In selecting people to staff his second administration at the highest levels, Donald Trump prioritized feelalty and showmanship over experience and skill.It's a decision that's not aging well. Since returning to office 10 months ago, several top administration officials handpicked by Trump have caused the White House a lot of headaches and a lot of embarrassment. They've been the source of one scandal after another, ranging from petty problems to the down ...
Hegseth's 'cavalier cowboy attitude' should be 'disturbing' to all Americans: Rep. Smith
MSNBC· 2025-12-02 19:33
Operation Oversight & Legality - Questions arise regarding who ordered the strike and the operational chain of command, specifically if Admiral Bradley was in charge [1] - Concerns exist about the rules of engagement, with allegations that Secretary Haggth's instructions were to "kill them all" [2] - The legality of the ongoing operation is questioned, even the initial strike on a boat carrying cocaine not immediately destined for the US [4] - The strike conducted on September 2nd is defended as self-defense to protect Americans and vital US interests, conducted in international waters and in accordance with the law of armed conflict [11][12] - The strike is argued against as self-defense, stating that if it's not self-defense, it's illegal, regardless of location [13] Mission & Objectives - The true mission is questioned, with concerns that it's more about regime change in Venezuela than addressing the drug problem in the US [7] - Secretary Hegsth's "cavalier cowboy attitude" towards the operation is criticized, especially considering the potential loss of life [8] - Secretary Hegsth stated they are reestablishing deterrence and credibility, noting it's becoming hard to find boats to strike, which was met with laughter [5][6] - The administration's urgency seems to be stopping an invasion of Venezuela in an attempt at regime change [22] Transparency & Congressional Oversight - Congress is seeking transparency and demanding the administration follow the law by providing information about the operation [18][19] - The administration has not yet provided Congress with the exorder (executive order) for the attacks in the Caribbean and the Pacific, which was issued at the end of July [19] - The White House is perceived as uncooperative and believing that the law doesn't apply to them [17][20]
"UN-AMERICAN!" Top Oversight Dem SHAMES Trump's immigration crackdown
MSNBC· 2025-11-30 02:26
In the wake of the tragic shooting against two National Guard members in DC, President Trump is taking next steps in his immigration crackdown. A day after the shooting, Trump posted on True Social he will permanently pause migration from what he calls all third world countries. Hours later, the US announced it was pausing all asylum decisions and issuing visas to people from Afghanistan.The State Department also announced it was halting visas for Afghans, including those who had allied with the US and help ...
'Trump wanted a lackey': Rep. Dan Goldman responds to potential ousting of Kash Patel
MSNBC· 2025-11-26 03:12
New tonight, exclusive reporting from MS Now. Donald Trump is considering removing one of his most loyal supporters, FBI Director Cash Patel, in the coming months as he and his top aids have grown increasingly frustrated by the unflattering headlines Patel has recently generated. Headlines like this one from MS Now, the Cash Patel's girlfriend received an FBI security detail and a separate report alleging he chartered a government jet for a date night.Laura, um I know that you have some reporting on this. y ...
'Undermining the Constitution': Fmr. Defense Secy. blasts Pentagon's Kelly probe
MSNBC· 2025-11-25 20:06
Geopolitical Concerns & National Security - The discussion highlights concerns that the administration's actions are a "giant waste of time" when critical issues in Ukraine, Venezuela, and China demand attention [2] - The report suggests diverting the Pentagon's focus to internal investigations sends a message of weakness to the world regarding the state of the US military [8][9] - The analysis emphasizes the military's primary role is defending the country from foreign adversaries, not law or drug enforcement [15] - The report indicates that the US has deployed 15,000 Americans to Venezuela with no clear mission [12] Military & Political Issues - The report raises concerns about the politicization of the military, particularly regarding investigations into individuals exercising their free speech rights [7][8] - The analysis suggests the investigation could impact morale and create confusion within the military, especially concerning the legality of orders [14] - The report argues that the military should protect the ability to express beliefs, especially if it follows the law [11] Constitutional Rights & Free Speech - The report emphasizes the importance of free speech and the right to advise members on what the law *is*, not what it *isn't* [3][8][9] - The analysis underscores that everyone swears an oath to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution [16][17]
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Elon Musk· 2025-11-22 19:51
RT Jim Ferguson (@JimFergusonUK)BREAKING:🚨 RUBIO’S MIGRATION SHOCKWAVE JUST HIT LONDON 🚨And Keir Starmer’s government should be very worried.The new U.S. State Department directive — declaring mass migration an “existential threat to Western civilization” — isn’t just an American policy shift.It’s a geopolitical earthquake, and the tremors are heading straight for Downing Street.Why?Because for the first time in modern history, the United States is officially scrutinising Western governments that enable mig ...
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The Economist· 2025-11-06 04:20
Donald Trump believes his tariffs are saving America from “the brink of an economic and national security catastrophe”. The Supreme Court justices are not so sure https://t.co/NmGF6eKebD ...
Vance says testing nuclear weapons is an 'important part of American national security'
NBC News· 2025-10-30 20:47
I think the president's truth speaks for itself. We have a big arsenal. Obviously, the Russians have a large nuclear arsenal. The Chinese have a large nuclear arsenal.Sometimes you've got to test it to make sure that it's functioning and working properly. We've been working very closely even with nations that we don't have the best relations with to try to limit uh nuclear proliferation. The president's going to keep on working on that, but it's an important part of American national security to make sure t ...
'US Blinked' in Trump, Xi Meeting, Says Mary Lovely of Peterson Institute
Bloomberg Television· 2025-10-30 18:27
We can say a lot about what was not accomplished or what didn't happen. Yes, we don't have an international crisis this morning, but we don't have a lot of details either. How are you reading this meeting.Well, it's a little bit sense of back to the future. We you know, a lot of this conflict was stirred up by President Trump and attempts to gain some leverage. China showed a very strong weapon in its rare earths exports.And I think the US blinked. So I think that, you know, the former Treasury secretary, L ...