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President Donald Trump stated on July 28 that he is legally allowed to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime associate of Jeffrey Epstein currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking, but emphasized that no one has approached him about it and that it would be “inappropriate” to discuss the issue at this time. Speaking at his Turnberry golf resort during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump addressed growing scrutiny surrounding his administration’s handling of Epstein-related files and his historical connection to Epstein. “I’m allowed to give her a pardon, but nobody’s approached me with it. Nobody’s…

Vice President JD Vance defended President Donald Trump amid growing bipartisan calls to release all documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking at a press event in Canton, Ohio on July 28, Vance said the president has “nothing to hide” and fully supports transparency in the case. “Donald J. Trump, I’m telling you, he’s got nothing to hide. His administration has got nothing to hide, and that’s why he’s been an advocate for full transparency,” Vance stated. The remarks come as the Trump administration faces pressure from both Republicans and Democrats to make public the federal…

As the Federal Reserve concludes its two-day policy meeting this week, analysts widely anticipate that it will maintain current interest rates, opting not to make any immediate changes amid ongoing economic uncertainty and political pressure from President Donald Trump. Fed Holds Steady, Hints at Caution The Fed often signals rate changes in advance when confident in the economic outlook. However, this time, officials are likely to remain vague due to lingering concerns over inflation, trade policy effects, and mixed economic signals. President Trump has repeatedly urged the central bank to lower rates, calling on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to act…

Former President Donald Trump addressed his past relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a press conference in Turnberry, Scotland, where he met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. When asked about the nature of his falling out with Epstein, Trump claimed the rupture stemmed from Epstein hiring away staff who worked for him. “For years, I wouldn’t talk to Jeffrey Epstein. I wouldn’t talk,” Trump said. “Because he did something that was inappropriate: He hired help. He stole people that worked for me.” According to Trump, the issue escalated when Epstein ignored his warning, prompting Trump to ban…

A viral video capturing former President Donald Trump golfing in Scotland has reignited longstanding allegations of cheating on the course. The footage, originally posted by the left-leaning X (formerly Twitter) account PatriotTakes on July 27, has racked up over 4.5 million views and prompted widespread commentary online. Trump was spotted playing golf at the Trump Turnberry resort, accompanied by his son Eric Trump and others, according to a media pool report. In the video, Trump drives his golf cart into the rough near a sand trap. A caddie walking ahead of him appears to drop a ball in the grass,…

The United States federal government is in the midst of one of the largest workforce reductions in recent memory, with plans to lay off more than 128,000 civil servants by the end of June. This reduction—representing nearly 12% of the total federal civilian workforce—has sparked widespread concern over the potential consequences for public service delivery and institutional capacity. Widespread Impact Across Key Agencies The layoffs are affecting a broad range of federal departments, including the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)—agencies responsible for critical services such…

In a continuation of his recent attacks on former President Barack Obama, President Donald Trump declared this week that Obama “owes [him] big,” citing the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling granting presidents immunity from prosecution for official acts. The ruling played a crucial role in Trump’s own legal battles related to his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. “He owes me—Obama owes me big,” Trump told reporters outside the White House on July 25 before departing for a trip to Scotland. Trump’s latest remarks follow repeated claims that Obama committed “treason,” specifically regarding the origins of the Russia…

President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order aimed at reshaping the landscape of college athletics by restricting third-party payments to student-athletes under name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements. The move comes amid mounting concerns over competitive imbalance, recruitment inequality, and the survival of non-revenue collegiate sports. The executive action bans so-called “pay-to-play” arrangements by third-party entities, which have become increasingly common since the rise of NIL compensation. While student-athletes may still receive fair-market value for brand endorsements and legitimate business opportunities, the order prohibits booster-funded payments and outside compensation deals that critics say undermine the spirit of amateur…

A new poll by Emerson College Polling reveals that a vast majority of U.S. voters disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of matters related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, particularly surrounding the alleged client files. The poll, conducted between July 21 and 22 among 1,400 registered voters, found that only 16% approve, while over 51% disapprove. An additional 32% of respondents said they were neutral on the issue. Poll Highlights Deep Voter Dissatisfaction “This was the worst-performing issue for Trump among all those surveyed,” said Spencer Kimball, director of Emerson College Polling. “Sixteen percent approval is the lowest. Fifty-one percent…

President Donald Trump stated Thursday that he has not considered granting a pardon to Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, as she continues to meet with federal prosecutors seeking further information related to Epstein’s sex trafficking network. Maxwell, currently serving a 20-year sentence for conspiring to sexually abuse minors, met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on July 24 and 25. The meetings have reignited public and political scrutiny over Epstein’s clientele and the potential for further charges in the long-running scandal. Trump: “I Haven’t Thought About It” Asked by reporters at the White House…