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DeSantis Rallies South Carolina Endorsements, Shakes Up GOP Primary Landscape
In a strategic play for political support in South Carolina, Governor Ron DeSantis has swept up a series of endorsements from key figures who previously supported Senator Tim Scott’s presidential bid. This move comes as the 2024 GOP primary intensifies, with candidates vying for dominance in the crucial early-voting state. The new backing has invigorated…
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Minnesota Supreme Court Rules Trump Eligible for Primary Ballot Despite Insurrection Clause Challenge
The Minnesota Supreme Court rendered a decision that maintains former President Donald Trump’s presence on the Minnesota primary ballot, notwithstanding a lawsuit invoking a seldom-used constitutional insurrection clause. In a groundbreaking ruling, the court dismissed the argument that Trump’s alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack should disqualify him from holding presidential office.…
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Hawkish Support and Policy Squabbles: The Republican Primary Debate Unfolds
As the echoes of the Israel-Hamas conflict continue to reverberate, Republican presidential hopefuls made their stances clear in the third debate of the season. With unwavering support for Israel as a common thread, the candidates sparred over policies on China and Ukraine, signalling a unified front against the absent Donald Trump. Former UN Ambassador Nikki…
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Trump Rallies Cuban American Voters, Overshadows GOP Debate in Florida
As the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination heats up, former President Donald Trump is making strategic moves to showcase his enduring influence, particularly within South Florida’s Cuban community. In a bold maneuver, Trump scheduled a rally coinciding with the GOP debate, displaying his confidence and direct voter appeal. The rally, aimed at the…
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Supreme Court Appears Skeptical in ‘Trump Too Small’ Trademark Dispute
In the labyrinth of legal disputes reaching the high echelons of the United States judiciary, a new case concerning freedom of speech and trademark law has emerged with a direct line to the former President, Donald Trump. The Supreme Court, on a pivotal Wednesday, hinted that it might side with the government over a Californian…
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Gag Order Reimposed on Trump in Federal Election Case: A Step Towards Fair Trial or Constitutional Violation?
The battle between free speech and the pursuit of a fair trial has escalated as a federal judge reinstated a gag order on former President Donald Trump about his criminal election interference case. This ruling has intensified the debate over the limits of constitutional rights in the face of legal proceedings. The gag order was…
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A Fraught Face-Off: Michael Cohen Testifies Against Donald Trump in Fraud Trial
In a significant courtroom face-off, Michael Cohen, once a close confidant of Donald Trump, provided pivotal testimony against the former President in a fraud trial. Cohen alleged that Trump instructed him to inflate the value of the former President’s assets to a number arbitrarily decided by Trump. In response, Trump’s legal team sought to discredit…
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Chaos Reigns as Republicans Nominate Mike Johnson for House Speaker Following Emmer’s Withdrawal
Amidst a backdrop of party infighting and political power plays, Republicans have nominated Rep. Mike Johnson for the role of House Speaker. This decision arrived on the heels of Rep. Tom Emmer’s sudden withdrawal, which was met with opposition from Donald Trump and a segment of hardline GOP lawmakers. As Republicans aim to stabilize their…
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The Implications of Jenna Ellis’s Guilty Plea in Georgia Election Case
Jenna Ellis, a former Trump lawyer, pled guilty to a felony charge about her efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. As a part of Trump’s legal team, Ellis was a key player in challenging the election outcome, with claims of voter fraud and election tampering. In her guilty plea, Ellis regretted her…
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Trump to Make In-Person Filing for New Hampshire Presidential Primary Ahead of Rally
In a strategic move signalling his commitment to the 2024 presidential race, former President Donald Trump is set to make an in-person filing for the New Hampshire presidential primary on Monday. This filing, which precedes a campaign rally in Derry, marks Trump’s second personal visit to the secretary of state’s office following his initial registration…