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So, let’s talk about the GOP, shall we? Republicans are facing a bit of a conundrum when it comes to the national debt. Believe it or not, they’re actually considering raising taxes on the wealthy. I know, shocking, right? But hey, Sahil Kapur and Peter Nicholas over at NBC News have the inside scoop on this one.
And you know who we can thank for this unexpected twist? None other than President Donald Trump himself. The man loves to play both sides of the fence, making it nearly impossible for his opponents to pin him down. His fellow Republicans are starting to catch on, adjusting their strategies accordingly.
But it’s not just taxes that are up for grabs. Trump’s flip-flopping on tariffs is causing quite a stir too. While Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are out there rallying against Trump’s policies, the MAGA crew within the GOP is surprisingly pushing for an agenda that sticks it to the rich. It’s a wild ride, folks.
On the other side of the aisle, Democrats are ramping up their resistance against Trump. From town hall meetings to international trips, they’re not holding back. Even big institutions like Harvard and MIT are standing their ground against Trump’s demands. It’s like a game of tug-of-war, with each side pulling harder than ever.
And let’s not forget about the juicy tidbits from the rest of the political world. Trump’s not too pleased with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, SCOTUS is gearing up for some drama, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is walking a tightrope between the EU and the White House. It’s all happening, folks.
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