OPINION
— Donald Trump claims he’s fulfilling campaign promises, but did voters back every extreme measure? Secret orders, deportations, and Elon Musk’s influence raise concerns. Transparency and trust in governance remain critical.
US Politics
Canada-US Relationship
— The Washington Post cautiously parallels Trump’s hostility toward Canada with Putin’s aggression in Ukraine — while hedging its stance. This equivocation highlights a troubling media reluctance to confront Trump’s aggressive intentions directly.
Trump 2.0
— Donald Trump’s Pentagon purge and appointment of loyalists to security agencies raise concerns about personalising U.S. security forces — echoing strongman tactics worldwide, potentially undermining democracy, and entrenching power through repression.
COMMENT
— A satirical take on US-Russia diplomacy under Donald Trump, proposing a ‘merger’ of their foreign services to cut costs. With Marco Rubio echoing Sergei Lavrov’s rhetoric, why not streamline the messaging?
OPINION
— Donald Trump’s second presidency prioritises alliances with autocracies, ending wars on his terms, and economic nationalism. A ‘win’ in Ukraine may well lead the US president to act in Gaza and resume talks of acquiring Canada or Greenland.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— Trump’s press conference with Zelensky signalled a geopolitical shift, aligning closer to Putin while unsettling US allies. Europe braces for leadership, China gains leverage, and Nato faces uncertainty amid Trump’s America-first stance.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— The heated Oval Office clash between Zelensky and Trump has unified Ukrainians, exposing shifting U.S. policy under Trump. With U.S. support wavering, Ukraine increasingly turns to Europe for backing.
OPINION
— A step-by-step guide to dismantling American democracy: seize control of institutions, silence dissent, manipulate justice, embrace dictators, deceive voters, and undermine alliances — all within 100 days. Autocracy, achieved.
UK Politics
— Trump’s radical government cuts, aided by Elon Musk’s unprecedented role, spark legal battles and a looming constitutional crisis. Britain’s system limits such overhauls, but political pressure for reform grows.
US Politics
— A forthcoming book claims the Biden administration concealed his cognitive decline, leading to Trump’s 2024 victory. Based on extensive interviews, it reveals political miscalculation, denial, and a failed re-election gamble.
Donald Trump
— Michael Wolff’s new political book delivers a blistering insider account of Donald Trump’s chaotic 2024 campaign, exposing internal strife, erratic behaviour, and political fractures — fueling fresh controversy over his leadership and mental fitness.
OPINION
— Elon Musk’s bizarre Oval Office appearance last week saw him boast about cutting $1 trillion in government spending, axing agencies, and rehiring a racist employee — without evidence or oversight, all while Trump cheered him on.
OPINION
— Trump’s second term is a whirlwind of theatrics — executive orders, tariffs, and controversial policies driven by spectacle rather than strategy. From Musk’s unchecked influence to dubious foreign deals, governance feels like performance art, B. Jay Cooper writes.
Dictatorship
— Donald Trump may face “lame duck syndrome” by 2026, echoing Vladimir Putin’s past constitutional manoeuvres. If Trump allies push to amend term limits, it could signal his bid for extended power.
Donald Trump
— Donald Trump’s use of Village People’s disco anthems at rallies highlights a paradox — gay liberation-era music fueling a conservative movement. Despite queer origins, nostalgia and spectacle override political subtext for MAGA audiences.
OPINION
— Donald Trump’s rapid executive actions, disregard for constitutional guardrails, and erosion of democracy demand vigilance. Resist disinformation, stay informed, and engage politically, B. Jay Cooper writes. Democracy survives only if we act decisively.
