33 h. ago A hidden measure in the Republican budget bill would crown Trump king | Robert Reich

The bill could stop federal courts from enforcing their rulings, eliminating any restraint on TrumpIf enacted, Donald Trump’s Big Ugly Bill as it emerged on Thursday from the House of Representatives would result in the largest redistribution of income and wealth in American history – from the poor and working class to the rich.Hidden within the bill is also a provision that would allow Trump to crown himself king.Robert Reich, a former US secretary of labor, is a professor of public policy emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley. He is a Guardian US columnist. His newsletter is at robertreich.substack.com Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Republican senators in mutiny as Trump's Big Beautiful Bill sparks MAGA crisis: 'He's no better than Biden'

Republican senators are breaking ranks with President Trump over his 'Big Beautiful Bill,' branding it 'not good for conservatives' and vowing to vote against the proposed package.

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58 h. ago Crown questions to fore as king visits Canada amid tensions with Trump

Charles to open parliament in show of support at a crucial time – but that has not quieted a chorus of critical voices The decision by King Charles to formally open Canada’s parliament on Tuesday reflects his role as a “steadfast defender” of the country amid threats to its sovereignty, says prime minister Mark Carney.But Indigenous leaders say the rare visit is also a reminder that Canada’s founding relationship between the monarchy and the country’s first peoples cannot ever be “forgotten or displaced or broken”. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago US Speaker hails $3tn Trump budget bill deal but Republican hardliners hold out

Mike Johnson overcomes sticking point on taxes but needs to placate fiscal conservatives in his party ahead of vote

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7 d. ago Johnson hails deal on $3tn Trump budget bill but Republican hardliners hold out

House Speaker overcomes sticking point on taxes, but must placate fiscal conservatives ahead of key vote

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9 d. ago Russian propagandists say 'Trump only wants a crown' and brag Putin ‘outplayed everyone’

US President Donald Trump is set for a key phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, as he attempts to secure a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict

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1 week ago As he becomes the first monarch in 50 years to open Canada's parliament... If anyone knows how to walk this political tightrope, it's the King, writes ROBERT HARDMAN

ROBERT HARDMAN: When Charles III came to the throne in September 2022, some commentators warned he would seek to 'meddle' and 'cross constitutional red lines'.

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2 w. ago MIKEY SMITH: 9 unhinged Donald Trump moments in 24 hours as he fawns over ruthless Saudi Crown Prince

It follows his deeply weird speech in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - where his song choice was both entirely normal for him and entirely inappropriate for the setting. Oh, and RFK Jr took a swim in a river full of human poop

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2 w. ago Middle East crisis live: More than 60 killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza

Dead include those killed in a strike on the European hospital complex near Khan YounisIsrael hits hospitals in deadly strikesAssociated Press, citing local hospitals, reports that at least 22 children were killed in Gaza overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday by Israeli airstrikes.Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met online with US president Donald Trump, Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and Syrian president Ahmed al-Sharaa, Reuters reports, citing Turkey’s state-owned Anadolu news agency. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Trump to attend Saudi summit of Gulf leaders amid growing backlash at home over plane gift: Live

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion, as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Trump meets leaders in Qatar amid backlash at home over plane gift: Live

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion, as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Trump gives ultimatum to Iran in rambling speech to Saudi leaders as he announces end to Syria sanctions

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion, as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Trump gives ultimatum to Iran in rambling speech to Saudi leaders as he announces end to Syria sanctions: Live

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion, as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Trump says he will remove all Syria sanctions and hails $142bn Saudi

US president says he will order cessation of sanctions to give Syria ‘chance at greatness’ and praises defense sales agreement in speech at US-Saudi investment summitTrump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Elon Musk were seen chatting briefly during the reception in Riyadh, Reuters reports.Footage shows Trump speaking with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the ceremonial blue room, where he is meeting and greeting officials. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Trump gives ultimatum to Iran in rambling speech to Saudi leaders as he begins Middle East tour: Live

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion, as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Trump gives speech after US and Saudi Arabia sign $142bn defense sales agreement – live

Donald Trump and Mohammed bin Salman also sign strategic economic agreement in Riyadh covering energy, mining and defenseTrump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Elon Musk were seen chatting briefly during the reception in Riyadh, Reuters reports.Footage shows Trump speaking with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the ceremonial blue room, where he is meeting and greeting officials. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Trump signs $142bn deal with Saudi Arabia’s crown prince in Middle East ahead of speech: Live

President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed the defense sales deal worth nearly $142 billion as the White House says it has secured $600 billion in Saudi investment

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2 w. ago Elon Musk hogs limelight with awkward act in front of Donald Trump in Saudi

Elon Musk appeared to be enjoying himself as he laughed and joked in Saudi Arabia with President Trump as he was introduced to the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

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2 w. ago Trump live updates: President and Musk set to speak in Saudi after heaping praise on crown prince

The Tesla CEO joined President Donald Trump in meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman but did not travel to Saudi Arabia on Air Force One

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2 w. ago Trump begins Middle East trip in Saudi Arabia seeking major economic deals – live

US president expected to offer Saudi Arabia arms package reportedly worth more than $100bn; Musk, Rubio and Hegseth also on tripPresident Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Elon Musk were seen chatting briefly during the reception in Riyadh, Reuters reports.Footage shows President Trump speaking with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the ceremonial blue room, where he is meeting and greeting officials. Continue reading...

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