Trump News for Sunday, December 22, 2024
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Trump's Strategic Appointments and Actions: A Bold Political Agenda
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President-elect Donald Trump announces key appointments, including billionaires and former officials, to significant advisory roles. He addresses crucial issues such as Social Security, TikTok's US presence, and drug campaigns. Meanwhile, a shocking crime in New York City marks a tragic moment in public safety news.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:52 PM

World Events Shaping Nations: Crisis and Conflict Unraveled
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The latest international news includes a Brazilian plane crash killing ten, Trump's Panama Canal threats, huge protests in Belgrade, Israel's challenging hospital evacuation order in Gaza, a deliberate missile strike by Russia in Ukraine, Turkey's stance on Kurdish militants in Syria, a tragic German Christmas market attack, and accidents in Turkey and Brazil.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:51 PM

Katie Miller Joins Trump's Government Efficiency Team
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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Katie Miller, a former member of his administration, to an advisory board focused on reducing government spending and regulations. The board, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aims to cut waste and restructure federal agencies significantly.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:49 PM

Trump Nominates Controversial Figure as Latin America Envoy
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President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Mauricio Claver-Carone as special envoy to Latin America, despite Claver-Carone's controversial past, including a dismissal from his previous position due to alleged misconduct. Trump emphasized Claver-Carone's expertise in the region and priority on American interests.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:45 PM
Trump appoints Bo Hines, an ex-college football player, to presidential crypto council
Yahoo Finance
Hines will work with AI and crypto czar David Sacks on driving innovation in the digital asset sector.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:37 PM

Trump's Panama Canal Gambit: Political Waves Stirring
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Donald Trump hinted at efforts to regain the Panama Canal after deeming U.S. control was 'foolishly' ceded. Panama's president, José Raúl Mulino, opposed such a stance as a violation of sovereignty. Trump's remarks came amid GOP efforts to forge political unity at a rally while facing budget tensions.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:33 PM

Trump Addresses Rumors About Elon Musk's 'Shadow Presidency'
The Huffington Post
Trump also talked about the TikTok ban and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading the health department.
Dec 22, 2024, 11:20 PM

Trump tapping several who served in first administration for National Security Council roles
CBS News
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
Dec 22, 2024, 10:55 PM

Trump Picks Feinberg and Colby for Key Defense Roles
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President-elect Donald Trump has announced his nominations for top defense positions, selecting billionaire investor Stephen Feinberg as deputy secretary of defense, and Elbridge Colby, a noted China hawk, as undersecretary of defense for policy. These nominations come as Trump reshapes his defense team.
Dec 22, 2024, 10:43 PM
Trump taps pro-bitcoin Stephen Miran for key economic role
Yahoo Finance
Miran, a pro-bitcoin advocate, will advise Trump on a range of important economic policies.
Dec 22, 2024, 10:36 PM