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Amicus episode ‘Demolition Man’ probes threats to the Justice Department amid East Wing demolition
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In a new episode of Slate’s Amicus, host Dahlia Lithwick and guest Joyce White Vance discuss the Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi and President Donald Trump, using the week’s bulldozer imagery—and the real demolition of the White House’s East Wing—as a backdrop to examine pursuits of political opponents and congressional inaction. Vance’s new book outlines how citizens can help sustain democratic institutions.
Trump threatens Spain with tariffs over defense spending refusal
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US President Donald Trump has voiced strong dissatisfaction with Spain for refusing to commit to raising defense spending to 5% of GDP, threatening tariffs as punishment. During a White House meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei, Trump called Spain's stance disrespectful to NATO. Spain secured an exception at the Alliance's June summit to keep spending at 2.1%.
Federal reserve cuts rates amid trump crypto surge
October 29, 2025 13:20US confirms new bombing of drug traffickers' vessel in the Pacific
October 28, 2025 22:52North Korea tests nuclear-capable missiles despite Trump overtures
October 24, 2025 11:50Tech billionaires dissuade Trump from surging troops into San Francisco
October 22, 2025 01:54Trump calls Schumer mentally gone and politically finished
October 20, 2025 00:02Trump labels Democrats as kamikaze pilots in TV interview
October 18, 2025 00:12Trump family reportedly profits hundreds of millions from cryptocurrencies
October 16, 2025 00:06Blue states explore responses to targeted government shutdown
Trump says Constitution bars third term, tamping down 2028 speculation
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Aboard Air Force One on October 29, 2025, en route to South Korea, President Donald Trump said the Constitution is "pretty clear" that he cannot run again in 2028, after weeks of hints and a fresh push from ally Steve Bannon. The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951 after Franklin D. Roosevelt’s four elections, limits presidents to two terms.
Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao
In late October 2025, President Donald Trump granted clemency to crypto billionaire Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance. Zhao had pleaded guilty in 2023 to violating US anti-money laundering laws. The pardon follows Zhao's months-long bid for leniency and Binance's ties to the Trump family's cryptocurrency ventures.
Trump pardons binance founder changpeng zhao
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US President Donald Trump has pardoned Changpeng Zhao, the founder of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange Binance, who served four months in prison for anti-money laundering violations. The move, announced on October 23, 2025, draws praise from the crypto industry but criticism over potential conflicts tied to the Trump family's business interests. White House officials framed it as ending the previous administration's 'war on crypto.'
Trump ends T-MEC talks with Canada over Ontario ad
President Donald Trump announced the end of trade negotiations with Canada and a 10% tariff increase in retaliation for an Ontario TV ad criticizing U.S. tariffs. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sidestepped direct response and stressed Canada's readiness to resume talks. This friction occurs amid the T-MEC review, driven by U.S. electoral motives.
Trump threatens relocation of 2026 World Cup matches from Boston area
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Former President Donald Trump has suggested relocating FIFA World Cup 2026 matches scheduled for the Boston area due to safety concerns and criticism of local leadership. The proposal, made on October 19, 2025, targets games at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. FIFA officials have firmly stated that such decisions remain under their sole jurisdiction.
Trump's Bitcoin investment reshapes crypto payroll landscape
Donald Trump's $870 million indirect stake in Bitcoin through Trump Media and Technology Group is influencing corporate adoption of digital assets for payroll. This move highlights a growing trend of institutional investment in cryptocurrencies amid market volatility. It raises questions about regulatory clarity and strategies to manage salary fluctuations.
Mike Johnson and Israeli counterpart launch Trump Nobel nomination campaign
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House Speaker Mike Johnson announced a joint international effort with Israeli Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana to nominate President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The initiative follows Trump's role in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Both leaders praised Trump's contributions to Middle East peace during the announcement on October 14, 2025.
Under Trump, Justice Department brings cases against Comey, Letitia James and Bolton as appointments face legal scrutiny
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The Justice Department has charged former FBI Director James Comey, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and former national security adviser John Bolton in separate cases, prompting warnings from legal experts and former prosecutors about the politicization of federal law enforcement.
Ninth Circuit judges warn against broad deference to Trump on National Guard deployments
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A divided Ninth Circuit panel has allowed, for now, President Donald Trump’s bid to federalize the Oregon National Guard for Portland, prompting sharp warnings from multiple judges that excessive judicial deference to such deployments risks eroding the rule of law and state sovereignty.
CNN poll indicates Trump unaffected by current government shutdown
A recent CNN poll reveals that President Donald Trump is not losing public support amid the ongoing government shutdown, unlike during his first term. Analyst Harry Enten highlighted a shift in voter perceptions compared to the 2018-2019 shutdown. Fewer Americans now blame Trump for the impasse.