Trump News for Thursday, December 12, 2024
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Trump offers support for dockworkers union by saying ports shouldn’t install more automated systems
The Mercury News
The International Longshoremen’s Association has until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, which represents ports and shipping companies.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:57 PM

Mystery drones over New Jersey could be 'shot down'
The Mercury News
The worry stems partly from the flying objects initially being spotted near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility, and over President-elect Donald Trump's golf course in Bedminster.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:55 PM

Joe Biden Admits He Felt 'Stupid' for Not Doing One Thing Donald Trump Did: "I Also Learned..."
The Inquisitr
Biden also expressed concerns about Project 2025, a policy framework linked to some of Trump’s allies, calling it a potential economic disaster.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:45 PM

Fox News host floored by revelation that Secret Service opened fire on Trump’s would-be assassin from five feet away — and missed every shot
New York Post
A Secret Service agent was five feet away from wannabe-assassin Ryan Wesley Routh and fired off six shots -- all of which failed to hit President-elect Donald Trump's would-be killer, Fox News host Jesse Watters noted in disbelief Wednesday.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:42 PM

SEC charges Cantor Fitzgerald, led by Trump’s Commerce pick
CNBC
Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick is co-chair of the transition team for Donald Trump. The SEC says his firm caused two SPACs to make false statements.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:41 PM

Amazon plans to donate $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration
Cable News Network
Amazon is planning to donate $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, a person familiar with the matter told CNN. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is expected to visit with Trump in person in the coming days, as he and other tech founders seek closer relationships with the incoming president.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:31 PM

Ontario Prepares for US Trade Tensions with Potential Liquor, Electricity Restrictions
Devdiscourse
Ontario is contemplating restricting American alcohol imports and electricity exports to US states in response to potential tariffs by President-elect Trump. The move aims to protect Canadian interests amidst tensions over immigration and trade. Alberta, however, opts for diplomacy regarding oil exports.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:30 PM

Trump Endorses Dockworkers' Stance Against Automation
Devdiscourse
President-elect Donald Trump expressed support for union dockworkers opposing automation on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts. Labor talks between the ILA and USMX stalled over the issue, with a deadline looming. Trump prefers investment in workers over automation, and a recent significant wage hike was secured.
Dec 12, 2024, 11:27 PM