#USA - Trump and Musk’s friendship takes a dark turn: MSNBC

3 February 2025

Less than two weeks into Trump's return, it's clear that Elon Musk has had an outsized and unusual role: helping Trump wage a war on his own federal government. Musk is not a federal employee and has no clearances, yet has already gained access to highly sensitive information at the Treasury and USAID.

And those who have tried to stand in his way have either been put on leave or forced to resign.

MSNBC’s Ayman Mohyeldin speaks with former Congressman Denver Riggleman and Democratic Strategist Julie Roginsky about how dangerous this is for U.S. democracy.

#markets #finance - China Laughing if US, EU Start Trade War: EU's Kallas | Bloomberg The Pulse

3 January 2025

Global stocks tumbled and the US Dollar surged as President Trump threatens the start of US tariffs on global trades, beginning with Canada, Mexico and China.

He warns the EU is next, calling the bloc an “atrocity” on trade. Trump’s move is the most extensive act of protectionism taken by a US president in almost a century, with knock-on effect on everything from inflation to geopolitics and economic growth.

EU leaders are meeting for a retreat to discuss defense spending in the context of Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine and Trump’s demands that the bloc spend more. On Monday,

EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said, “If the US and Europe start a trade war, the one laughing on the side is China.

#USA - EU braces for new US tariffs as Trump launches trade war • FRANCE 24 English

3 January 2025

EU leaders say they're prepared to respond if and when US President Donald Trump imposes new tariffs on European imports to the US. But first, we take a closer look the US-Canada trading relationship. Meanwhile, North America's highly integrated auto manufacturing sector is threatened by Trump's latest trade salvo, and markets tank as investors flee high-risk assets. Read more about this story in our article: https://f24.my/Av4H.y

#USA - FBI officials ‘stunned’ by Trump administration targeting the agency: Chris Christie: ABC News

2 February 2025

Chris Christie and Rahm Emanuel look at the legality of Trump’s actions in his first two weeks in office on “This Week.”

#news - Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 31, 2025: Democracy Now

30 January 2025

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#Architecture - As Seen on American Dream TV: Award Winning Home Designed by Gordon Rogers

28 January 2025

Take a tour of this incredible architectural masterpiece featured on American Dream TV! This stunning home, designed by the legendary Gordon Rogers, was awarded Arizona Home of the Year in 2001 and is now available for the first time ever! 🏆 Located in the prestigious, guard-gated Glenn Moor at Troon Village, this estate is a true blend of organic contemporary architecture and modern luxury. With 6,030 square feet of living space in the main house and an additional 1,030 square feet in the guest house, this home offers over 7,000 square feet of breathtaking design. From the dramatic concrete steps and striking pivoting entry door to the panoramic views captured by clerestory glass walls, every detail of this home is a work of art. The floating roof, infinity-edge pool, and use of hand-selected Utah sandstone make this a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any discerning buyer. 🌄🏊‍♀️ The property’s natural arroyo and organic layout create a perfect flow between the main residence and guest house, all while preserving the timeless design integrity by Rogers. This home offers cutting-edge architecture, natural beauty, and modern updates—perfect for those seeking a rare and unique estate.

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#USA - Aviation Expert Discusses the D.C. Plane Crash and Donald Trump's Response | Amanpour and Company

31 January 2025

A massive recovery effort is underway in Washington's Potomac River after a passenger aircraft carrying 64 people collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter with three soldiers on board. Authorities say there are no survivors. Aviation expert Miles O'Brien joins Christiane to discuss the midair collision and its aftermath. Originally aired on January 30, 2025

#UK #EU - 'Disaster' five years on: Brexit has been doing 'so much damage to the British economy': France 24 English

31 January 2025

Five years ago, the U.K. officially left the bloc after almost five decades of membership that had brought free movement and free trade between Britain and 27 other European countries.

For Brexit supporters, the U.K. was now a sovereign nation in charge of its own destiny. For opponents, it was an isolated and diminished country. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on Brexit's devastating sociopolitical and economic effects,

FRANCE 24's Oliver Farry welcomes Denis MacShane, Author, Former UK Minister for European Affairs & Contributing Editor at The Globalist. Mr. MacShane asserts that the Brexit referendum 'was fought in 2016 on immigration, not on anything else." And this "resentment" over immigration has given rise to far-right populism across the globe:

Marine Le Pen in France, the AfD in Germany, Meloni in Italy, explains Britain's former Labour minister. "Immigration is the number one global issue, it helped Donald Trump to become president a second time."

#Brexit #EU #Immigration