Reading up on Donald Trump
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- Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin
A cryptocurrency analytics report found nearly a million investors lost $3.8 billion on the Trump memecoin, with retail investors bearing most losses while savvy traders profited.
- Fireworks and Trump Speech Cap Independence Day Celebrations
Extreme heat and storms disrupted some Fourth of July events, but President Trump delivered a weather-delayed speech in Washington, D.C., followed by a large fireworks display.
- Trump Finds His Presidential Alter Ego, the ‘He-Man’ Teddy Roosevelt
President Trump compared himself to Theodore Roosevelt while touring the Roosevelt library, calling him a 'great he-man' and framing him as his alter ego.
- Crypto Brought Trump a Huge Windfall, Even as Many Investors Lost Big
President Trump and his family gained massive financial profits from a memecoin while many investors suffered significant losses.
- Intel’s Chip Business Shows Signs of Life After Years of Struggle
Intel's chip business shows signs of life after years of struggle, serving as the centerpiece of Trump's US chip-making drive, though a complete turnaround still far off.
- Obama Says He Occupies a ‘Suite’ in Trump’s Head
Former President Barack Obama asserts that President Trump is obsessed with him and would not say 'crazy stuff' directly to his face.
- ‘Tone-Deaf’ to ‘Very Cool’: What Young Men Thought of Trump’s U.F.C. Fight
Trump's UFC appearance drew mixed reactions from young men, with some dismissing it as tone-deaf and others finding it cool, amid efforts to win back drifting voters.
- Trump Demanded Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender.’ He Got a Surprise Instead.
The US-Iran ceasefire deal falls short of Trump's 'unconditional surrender' demand, allowing Iran to resume oil sales and negotiate nuclear limits later.
- Opinion | Trump’s Fight Night Was as Absurd as Promised
The opinion piece contends that Trump's fight night event was predictably absurd and degraded American dignity.
- The Look of Patriotism at Trump’s U.F.C. Fight
The Freedom 250 Flag Day UFC event featured athletes and Octagon Girls in red, white, and blue attire as a display of patriotism.
- Everyone Wants to Tax A.I. The Big Disagreement: How?
Bernie Sanders, Trump, and AI companies all support taxing AI but propose radically different methods for redistributing the wealth.
- For a Second Time, Trump Muses About Americans Sharing in A.I. Wealth
Trump again mused that average Americans should share in the tech industry's AI wealth, reflecting a growing Washington debate about equitable distribution.
- https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/2062189195041321191/video/1 (via @elonmusk)
President Trump announces the DOJ's Model Cities Initiative to reduce violent crime and restore law and order in major U.S. cities.
- Trump Signs Executive Order Seeking Oversight of A.I. Models
Trump signed an executive order to oversee AI models, shifting from a hands-off approach amid debates on balancing control and innovation.
- Jill Biden’s New Memoir Shows Off a Sharp Eye, if Not a Sharp Elbow
Jill Biden's memoir focuses on the logistical and emotional details of being first lady, with only mild criticism of Donald Trump.
- 61% of Americans Said They Had to Cut Back on Groceries
A survey finds 61% of Americans cut back on groceries, and over 75% (including 55% of Republicans) blame Trump's policies for rising costs.
- Trump Is Setting His Sights on Restricting Legal Immigration
The Trump administration shifts focus from illegal to legal immigration, making it harder for legal migrants to stay, a risky pivot.
- Trump Cancels Signing of A.I. Executive Order
Trump canceled an AI executive order that would give government power to evaluate models before release, citing concerns about aspects of it.
- Jeff Bezos Praises Trump’s Second Term as ‘More Mature’
Jeff Bezos publicly praised Donald Trump's second term as 'more mature' and denied adjusting Amazon or Post policies to win presidential favor.
- Trump Was Flattering, Xi Was Resolute. The Difference Spoke Volumes.
Trump's conciliatory tone with Xi Jinping contrasted sharply with his anti-China rhetoric at home, revealing a significant diplomatic difference.
- Why So Many Men Are Obsessed With Testosterone
Testosterone is being promoted by right-wing figures and influencers as a biological fix for a perceived crisis in masculinity, driving a surge in supplements and clinics.
- The No-Bid Contract That Is Turning Washington’s Reflecting Pool Blue
President Trump awarded a no-bid contract to a firm he claimed built his pool to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C.
- Trump Hosts Brazil’s Leader After Months of Ups and Downs
Trump and Brazil's Lula met for trade talks but skipped a joint appearance after months of rocky relations.
- No Kings Protests Held Across the U.S.: Photos and Videos - The New York Times
The 'No Kings' coalition organized over 3,000 demonstrations across the U.S. to protest President Trump and his policies for the third time.
- Standoff With Iran Raises Fresh Doubts About Trump’s Freestyle Diplomacy - The New York Times
The standoff with Iran raises fresh doubts about President Trump's improvisational and uncoordinated diplomatic approach.
- The Hack That Turns Trump Accounts Into Multimillion-Dollar Tax-Free Nest Eggs - WSJ
Parents can contribute $5,000 yearly to Trump accounts for 18 years and convert them to Roth IRAs for tax-free multimillion-dollar nest eggs.
- ICE Agents to Be Sent to U.S. Airports on Monday, Trump Says - The New York Times
President Trump said he would send ICE agents to U.S. airports Monday, using the threat to pressure Democrats to pass a new DHS budget.
- Denmark Was Ready to Blow Up Airfields to Stop a U.S. Invasion of Greenland - The New York Times
Denmark prepared contingency plans involving explosives and blood supplies for Greenland to counter potential U.S. invasion threats from President Trump.
- What’s It Like to Have Dyslexia? Trump’s Attack on Newsom Exposes Stigma - The New York Times
Gavin Newsom's dyslexia is highlighted amid Trump's attack, emphasizing that dyslexia affects 20% of Americans and is unrelated to IQ.
- Chief Justice Says Personal Attacks on Judges Are ‘Dangerous’ and Must Stop - The New York Times
Chief Justice John Roberts condemned personal attacks on judges as dangerous, implicitly responding to President Trump's harsh criticism of justices who ruled against his tariffs.
- Trump’s Next Decision in War: Whether to Retrieve Iran’s Nuclear Fuel - The New York Times
Trump faces a decision on whether to authorize a mission to seize or destroy Iran's nuclear fuel, a risky military operation.
- Cuba Ready to Accept Outside Investment, Top Official Says - The New York Times
Cuba plans to open its economy to foreign investors amid a nationwide blackout, as President Trump comments on the situation.
- Netanyahu Has the War He Always Wanted, but on Trump’s Terms - The New York Times
Israel's Netanyahu desired full regime change in Iran, but President Trump is willing to accept a less comprehensive outcome.
- In War’s First Week, a Punishing Military Campaign With No Coherent Endgame - The New York Times
The US and Israel launched a punishing military campaign against Iran in its first week, but President Trump has given contradictory explanations for the war's objectives.
- Trump Assembles a New Coalition to ‘Eradicate’ Cartels - The New York Times
President Trump asked leaders of a dozen Latin American and Caribbean nations to help the U.S. military eradicate armed trafficking groups.
- Kristi Noem Survived Many Crises. Then She Crossed a Trump Red Line. - The New York Times
Kristi Noem's repeated political crises were tolerated until she violated a core loyalty expectation of President Trump, who then distanced himself from her.
- As Trump Out-Putins Putin, Russia’s Global Influence Erodes - The New York Times
U.S. realignment under Trump challenges Russian partnerships in Ukraine and the Middle East, revealing the limits of Moscow's global influence.
- Timeline: The Rise and Fall of Kristi Noem as Trump’s DHS Secretary - The New York Times
Kristi Noem was fired as Trump's DHS secretary after advancing border policies but attracting damaging scrutiny to the administration.
- Trump Follows His Gut. His National Security Advisers Try to Keep Up. - The New York Times
Trump's rapid, instinct-driven decision-making process produces frequent contradictions and leaves his national security team unprepared for consequences.
- Trump Immigration Sweeps Spawn Underground Safe Houses - The New York Times
Trump immigration sweeps have driven some Americans in Springfield, Ohio to convert basements into safe houses for immigrant families at risk of raids.
- How Trump Decided to Go to War With Iran - The New York Times
President Trump's decision to take military action in Iran was driven by an Israeli leader's push to end diplomacy, with little opposition from advisers.
- The Pentagon’s Favorite Tech Guy Is This Hawaiian Shirt-Wearing Founder - The New York Times
Palmer Luckey, founder of defense startup Anduril, is the Pentagon's favored tech figure as the Trump administration modernizes the military with autonomous weapons.
- Elon Musk’s Secret Web of Companies in Texas - The New York Times
Elon Musk uses a web of about 90 companies in Texas for purposes including paying nannies, buying land, and supporting Donald Trump's re-election campaign.
- Trump Proposed a New Retirement Plan for With Up to a $1,000 Match. What to Know. - The New York Times
A proposed retirement plan would match up to $1,000 per year for low- and middle-income workers without employer plans, with probable income restrictions.
- In Combative State of the Union, Trump Heralds Economic and Border Policies - The New York Times
Trump used his combative State of the Union to claim victory on the economy and border policy while deriding Democrats, and Spanberger's response accused him of sowing fear.
- Bench Presses, Pull Ups … Kid Rock? The White House Had a Very Manly Week. - The New York Times
Trump cabinet officials are publicly performing weightlifting and other manly displays, signaling a White House culture of masculine performance.
- We're no longer attracting top talent: the brain drain killing American science
US science funding cuts and political hostility are driving young researchers abroad, threatening America's dominance in biomedical research.
- ‘We’re no longer attracting top talent’: the brain drain killing American science | US news
Trump administration cuts to NIH funding and grants are driving young US scientists to seek positions abroad, threatening the country's biomedical research dominance.
- Trump’s Minnesota Retreat Points to the Power of Public Anger - The New York Times
President Trump's retreat in Minnesota, amid polls showing opposition to his immigration tactics, demonstrates the political power of public anger as Republican lawmakers seek distance.
- At the Winter Olympics, Team USA Can’t Escape the Politics at Home - The New York Times
US athletes at the Winter Olympics face backlash from home due to Trump administration policies, highlighted by a skier's comment that provoked Trump's anger.
- Trump Deletes Racist Video Portraying the Obamas as Apes - The New York Times
President Trump deleted a racist video portraying the Obamas as apes after it sparked public outcry from his own party members.
- Trump and First Lady Attend Premiere of ‘Melania’ at Kennedy Center - The New York Times
Amazon paid Melania Trump's production company $40 million for a film and $35 million for its promotion, as Trump and the first lady attended its premiere at the Kennedy Center.
- U.S. Population Growth Slows Sharply as Immigration Numbers Plunge - The New York Times
New census data shows U.S. population growth has slowed sharply due to falling birthrates and President Trump's anti-immigration policies, with further declines expected.
- Trump’s First Year Could Have Lasting Economic Consequences - The New York Times
President Trump's policies have had little immediate effect on the U.S. economy, but economists warn they will ultimately weaken it.
- ‘God Is Very Proud’: Trump Marks Anniversary With a Victory Lap - The New York Times
Trump delivered a nearly two-hour speech blending recycled grievances, attacks on perceived enemies, and threats toward allies.
- ‘An Unbelievable Mess’: Artists Are Stymied by Trump Travel Bans - The New York Times
Trump's travel bans are creating visa hurdles and cost increases for international musicians, theater groups, and artists, endangering the performing arts industry.
- Trump’s Economy at One Year: Food Prices, Stock Market and More - The New York Times
After one year in office, President Trump's economic record shows mixed results across stock market, manufacturing jobs, and food prices.
- Stock Investors’ Strategy for 2026: ‘Don’t Fight the White House’ - The New York Times
Investors are adopting a 'don't fight the White House' strategy for 2026, as Trump administration actions move markets from oil to credit cards.
- Two Hours, Scores of Questions, 23,000 Words: Our Interview With President Trump - The New York Times
A transcript of a nearly two-hour New York Times interview with President Trump covering a wide range of topics, totaling 23,000 words.
- Trump’s $100 Billion Venezuela Oil Plan Gets a Cool Reception - The New York Times
President Trump's $100 billion plan to push oil and gas executives to invest in Venezuela receives a cool reception as many are reluctant to embrace it.
- Trump Addresses Venezuela, Greenland and Presidential Power in New York Times Interview - The New York Times
President Trump stated in a New York Times interview that he, not international law or treaties, would determine the limits of his presidential authority.
- AI slop - Wikipedia
AI slop refers to low-quality, high-volume generative AI content created as clickbait to exploit the attention economy, proliferating across social media and politics.
- Maduro’s Nike Tech Sweatsuit Was Bound to Become a Meme - The New York Times
Internet users focused on Nicolás Maduro's Nike sweatsuit in a Trump-shared photo, turning his clothing into a meme rather than the political news itself.
- After Trump’s Military Victory in Venezuela, Cuba’s Economy Is in ‘Freefall’ - The New York Times
Cuba's economy is in freefall after Trump's military victory in Venezuela, with power outages, medicine shortages, and rising food prices as Venezuelan oil supply is threatened.
- Maduro’s Capture Shows Trump’s Goal to Dominate the Americas - The New York Times
Nicolás Maduro's capture demonstrates President Trump's broader strategy to assert dominance over the Americas, escalating U.S. intervention in Latin America.
- Why Haven’t Trump’s Tariffs Had a Bigger Impact? - The New York Times
Steep import taxes raised prices and affected U.S. businesses, but a new report explains why the impact has been less than expected.
- Inside ‘Operation Absolute Resolve,’ the U.S. Effort to Capture Maduro - The New York Times
The U.S. military operation 'Operation Absolute Resolve' successfully extracted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro without American casualties, raising questions about its legality and rationale.
- Trump Invited White South Africans to America. One Ended Up in Detention. - The New York Times
An Afrikaner who moved to the U.S. after Trump invited white South Africans was detained in Georgia for months, highlighting immigration enforcement contradictions.
- Trump Has a New Auto Loan Tax Break. Here’s Who Could Benefit. - The New York Times
Trump's auto loan interest deduction offers modest tax savings, primarily benefiting higher-income borrowers who itemize deductions.
- Trump commits to Moon landing by 2028, followed by a lunar outpost two years later - Ars Technica
A Trump executive order commits NASA to landing humans on the Moon by 2028 and building a lunar outpost by 2030, while deprioritizing Mars and deep-space science.
- Trump Administration Aims to Strip More Foreign-Born Americans of Citizenship - The New York Times
The Trump administration announced it will prioritize revoking citizenship from foreign-born Americans who unlawfully obtained it.
- 6 Takeaways From Trump’s Address to the Nation - The New York Times
Trump's 18-minute address claims the economy is booming despite widespread public concern over high prices, with six key takeaways from the speech.
- Who Is Andrew Ferguson, the FTC Chairman Who Tilted the Agency to Trump? - The New York Times
Andrew Ferguson, as FTC Chairman, used consumer protection powers to pursue investigations favoring President Trump and his political base.
- Palantir C.E.O. Alex Karp Defends Aiding Trump’s Immigration Policies - YouTube
Palantir CEO Alex Karp publicly defends the company's work assisting Trump administration immigration enforcement, acknowledging it is controversial but lawful and necessary.
- Trump signs executive order seeking to block state laws on AI
Trump signed an executive order designed to block state AI laws and preempt state regulation, aiming for a single federal standard.
- What Is a Trump Gold Card? Applications Open for Million-Dollar Visas. - The New York Times
The Trump administration's Gold Card visa program sells residency for $1 million, aiming to raise billions and attract wealthy investors and entrepreneurs.
- DealBook Summit: Reckoning with the ‘New Normal’ - The New York Times
The DealBook Summit featured business leaders acknowledging that the Trump era has made the White House a central hub for corporate decision-making.
- Trump’s Nvidia Chip Deal Reverses Decades of Technology Restrictions - The New York Times
Trump’s decision to let Nvidia sell chips to China prioritizes short-term economic gain over long-term US security interests.
- Trump Eases Limits on Nvidia Exports to China at ‘Critical Moment’ - The New York Times
President Trump said Nvidia can export some chips to China, but past U.S. restrictions have accelerated China's domestic AI chip development.
- At the Kennedy Center Honors, Little Glitz and One Striking Accessory - The New York Times
President Trump dominated the Kennedy Center Honors, drawing more attention than honorees, while Melania Trump wore minimalist attire and Gloria Gaynor sparkled.
- Trump Hosts the Kennedy Center Honors, Breaking Tradition - The New York Times
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors for the first time, breaking tradition as past presidents only attended, highlighting his cultural takeover of Washington.
- How Biden Lost Americans’ Faith in Immigration - The New York Times
President Biden and his top advisers ignored expert recommendations that could have mitigated the southern border crisis, fueling Trump's return to power.
- Supreme Court Agrees to Review Trump Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship - The New York Times
The Supreme Court will review Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship after lower courts ruled it unconstitutional.
- Bitcoin’s Predicted Sky-High Prices Have Not Panned Out - The New York Times
Bitcoin and Ether have fallen over 30% and 40% respectively, as initial gains from President Trump's pro-crypto policies evaporated.
- High-income job losses are cooling housing demand
High-income job losses in tech hubs like the Bay Area are cooling housing demand, evidenced by slower price growth and fewer bidding wars.
- Trump’s Response to Shooting Shows Intensified Anti-Migrant Stance - The New York Times
Trump responds to a shooting by demanding stricter migration limits and equating immigration with crime and economic harm.
- Signs of Fatigue: Trump Faces Realities of Aging in Office - The New York Times
President Donald Trump's longstanding political image of stamina and vigor is increasingly contradicted by visible signs of aging during his second term.
- Trump Elevates Once-Fringe Meme Makers to the Mainstream - The New York Times
President Trump has elevated once-fringe right-wing meme makers into the mainstream after they used AI tools to promote his agenda.
- Opinion | What Trump’s Immigration Policies Are Doing to People Here Legally - The New York Times
Trump-era immigration policies have expanded in scope and severity, targeting even legal residents with an unprecedented aim to reshape the country's demographic composition.
- ‘Fascist’? ‘Communist’? For an Afternoon, Trump and Mamdani Were Just 2 Guys From Queens. - The New York Times
President Trump and New York Mayor-elect Eric Adams set aside past insults to promote shared goals during an afternoon meeting, highlighting their Queens roots.
- How Trump and Nvidia’s C.E.O. Became Partners on the International Stage - The New York Times
President Trump and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang have formed a partnership as Nvidia chips become a tool in trade and peace talks.
- Opinion | The Three Republican Women Who Defied Trump on Epstein - The New York Times
Three Republican women lawmakers defied Trump's pressure, casting pivotal votes that enabled the release of Epstein-related files.
- Congress Overwhelmingly Approves Releasing Epstein Files - The New York Times
Congress near-unanimously passed legislation requiring the release of Epstein files, sending the bill to President Trump for his signature.