A Minneapolis man who allegedly expressed admiration for the truck attack in New Orleans that killed 14 people has been accused of trying to join the Islamic State group
Continue reading...
MadAboutPolitics.com - Featured News
Featured News
Today's Political News Compilation - Thursday, February. 27, 2025
AP Photo
At meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy will seek security assurances against future Russian aggression
By JUSTIN SPIKE and AAMER MADHANIUpdated 11:06 PM CST, February 27, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukraine’s leader will meet with President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday at a pivotal moment for his country, one that hinges on whether he can persuade Trump to provide some form of U.S. backing for Ukraine’s security against any future Russian aggression.
During his trip to Washington, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s delegation is expected to sign a landmark economic agreement with the U.S. aimed at financing the reconstruction of war-damaged Ukraine, a deal that would closely tie the two countries together for years to come.
Though the deal, which is seen as a step toward ending the three-year war, references the importance of Ukraine’s security, it leaves that to a separate agreement to be discussed between the two leaders — talks that are likely to commence Friday.
As Ukrainian forces hold out against slow but steady advances by Russia’s larger and better-equipped army, leaders in Kyiv have pushed to ensure a potential U.S.-brokered peace plan would include guarantees for the country’s future security.
Many Ukrainians fear that a hastily negotiated peace — especially one that makes too many concessions to Russian demands — would allow Moscow to rearm and consolidate its forces for a future invasion after current hostilities cease.
READ THE FULL STORY - AP
Judge rules mass firings of federal probationary employees is likely illegal
U.S. District Judge William Alsup ordered the Office of Personnel Management to inform certain federal agencies that it had no authority to order the firings of probationary employees, including the Department of Defense.
www.cbsnews.com
Judge orders Trump admin to rescind memo directing mass firing of federal workers
The judge's direction to the Office of Personnel Management does not reinstate any dismissed employees.
www.nbcnews.com
UK's Starmer meets Trump at White House amid divide between US, Europe over Ukraine peace deal
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer is meeting with President Donald Trump Thursday at the White House about ending the war in Ukraine.
www.foxnews.com
Trump plans tariffs on Mexico and Canada for Tuesday, while doubling existing 10% tariffs on China
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says if the United States imposes tariffs, his country has billion of dollars' worth of U.S. products that'll be subject to tariffs as well.
apnews.com
Who could be impacted if GOP makes cuts to Medicaid funding?
The House GOP is considering significant cuts to Medicaid, potentially slashing billions. Health policy experts say Medicaid provides vital services to many Americans
abcnews.go.com
With flattery and frank talk, Starmer urges Trump not to abandon Ukraine in press to end Russian war
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is using a visit to Washington to press President Donald Trump not to abandon Ukraine as he looks to find a quick endgame to Russia’s bloody invasion of its neighbor.
apnews.com
Economists say Trump tariff threats, DOGE job cuts are 'chilling' the economy
Economists say uncertainty from Trump’s tariff threats and mass layoffs of government workers are starting to have a “chilling” effect on the U.S. economy.
abcnews.go.com
Transgender troops are now being identified for removal under Pentagon orders
The military services have 30 days to figure out how they will seek out and identify transgender service members to remove them from the force.
apnews.com
Trump says Ukraine rare earth minerals deal will lead to 'sustainable' future between US, Ukraine
President Donald Trump said Thursday the rare-earth minerals agreement would benefit both the U.S. and Ukraine and would provide resources that "we need for our country."
www.foxnews.com
Donald Trump: UK-US trade deal could mean tariffs 'not necessary'
The US president says a trade deal could happen very quickly and avoid taxes on UK imports.
www.bbc.com
DOJ releases 'first phase' of Epstein files, including an evidence list
DOJ releases 'first phase' of Epstein files, including an evidence list.
abcnews.go.com
With RFK Jr. at his side, a measles outbreak could prove 'politically perilous' for Trump
The health secretary has long pushed misinformation about vaccines and played down an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.
www.nbcnews.com
No new bombshells in Justice Department’s release of Jeffrey Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi was expected to publicly release flight logs and other government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, though the files are unlikely to include new bombshells.
apnews.com
Analysis: How Zelensky learned the art of the deal and got to visit Trump | CNN Politics
Things change fast in Donald Trump’s world.
www.cnn.com
Social Security Administration offering voluntary buyouts ahead of "significant workforce reductions"
The Social Security Administration is offering payouts to employees who voluntarily resign from the federal agency, ahead of what they warn will be "significant workforce reductions."
www.cbsnews.com
[URL...
Latest Posts from our Message Boards
Miscellaneous Trump
(1 Viewer)
Latest Political News Feed
Iowa rolls back civil rights protections for transgender people
Iowa is now the first state to remove civil rights protections for transgender people. Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the controversial bill into law Friday afternoon despite days of protests against the measure. Lana Zak reports.
Continue reading...What's next after public Trump-Zelenskyy dispute
Trump administration officials are blaming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for possibly imperiling a peace deal with Russia that President Trump was trying to broker. That may be in doubt after the public Oval Office dispute. Erica Brown has the latest. Then, Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins for analysis.
Continue reading...Tulsi Gabbard thanks Trump for ‘unwavering leadership’ in Oval Office clash with Zelenskyy
Tulsi Gabbard, the new director of national intelligence, thanked President Donald Trump Friday for his "unwavering leadership" after his clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a meeting in the Oval Office earlier in the day.
"Thank you @realDonaldTrump for your unwavering leadership in standing up for the interests of the American people, and peace," Gabbard wrote on X Friday evening, hours after the fiery exchange.
"What you said is absolutely true: Zelensky has been trying to drag the United States into a nuclear war with...
Continue reading..."Thank you @realDonaldTrump for your unwavering leadership in standing up for the interests of the American people, and peace," Gabbard wrote on X Friday evening, hours after the fiery exchange.
"What you said is absolutely true: Zelensky has been trying to drag the United States into a nuclear war with...
Ukraine ambassador's reaction to fiery Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office clash goes viral
During a heated exchange between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office on Friday, Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova appeared distraught with her head in her hand.
The moment was captured in a number of viral photos and videos as Trump questioned Zelenskyy about not wanting a ceasefire with Russia at a live White House press event.
As shaky microphones hovered above the spatting leaders, Markarova lowered her head to her right hand and closed her eyes.
ZELENSKYY BREAKS SILENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA...
Continue reading...The moment was captured in a number of viral photos and videos as Trump questioned Zelenskyy about not wanting a ceasefire with Russia at a live White House press event.
As shaky microphones hovered above the spatting leaders, Markarova lowered her head to her right hand and closed her eyes.
ZELENSKYY BREAKS SILENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA...
Global implications of White House argument between Trump and Zelenskyy
The ripple effects of an explosive argument between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are being felt around the world. Margaret Brennan has more.
Continue reading...How Ukrainians are responding to heated Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
When Ukrainian news channels reported on the volatile exchange at the Oval Office, the war-battered country almost immediately rallied around their leader. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Continue reading...Future of military aid to Ukraine, minerals deal uncertain, sources say
Washington — U.S. military aid to Ukraine could be in jeopardy after a contentious Oval Office meeting Friday between President Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to administration officials familiar with the discussions.
The day started on a positive note, with Mr. Trump joking with Zelenskyy, a guest book signing and warm conversation in the Oval Office.
But the episode has raised questions about whether Zelenskyy can move forward toward a peace deal, and whether the U.S. will or should pause...
Continue reading...The day started on a positive note, with Mr. Trump joking with Zelenskyy, a guest book signing and warm conversation in the Oval Office.
But the episode has raised questions about whether Zelenskyy can move forward toward a peace deal, and whether the U.S. will or should pause...
Zelenskyy and Trump clash as White House meeting crumbles into contentious exchange
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared before cameras in the Oval Office before what was supposed to be a luncheon and the signing of a historic deal to give the United States access to Ukraine's wealth of minerals. As Ed O'Keefe reports, it quickly turned into a loud argument involving the two presidents and Vice President JD Vance.
Continue reading...Trump administration approves nearly $3 billion arms sale to Israel
Washington, D.C. — The Trump administration has approved a major nearly $3 billion arms sale to Israel, bypassing a normal congressional review to provide the country with more of the 2,000-pound bombs that it has used in its war against Hamas in Gaza.
In a series of notifications sent to Congress late Friday, the State Department said it had signed off on the sale of more than 35,500 MK 84 and BLU-117 bombs and 4,000 Predator warheads worth $2.04 billion.
The State Department approved Israel's purchase of Caterpillar D9 Bulldozers and related...
Continue reading...In a series of notifications sent to Congress late Friday, the State Department said it had signed off on the sale of more than 35,500 MK 84 and BLU-117 bombs and 4,000 Predator warheads worth $2.04 billion.
The State Department approved Israel's purchase of Caterpillar D9 Bulldozers and related...
Chaos and unproven theories surround Tates' release from Romania
The abrupt departure of the Tate brothers by private jet has left a fresh trail of confusion and unanswered questions in its wake.
Continue reading...'I didn't want to be in a bad stripper film': Sex workers eye Oscars success
The strippers, dancers and actresses of Anora give us their take on the film's realism - and its limits.
Continue reading...Elon Musk takes familiar fraud, waste claims to Joe Rogan with DOGE discussion
In one of his first in-depth interviews since joining the U.S. government, Elon Musk pushed a variety of claims about waste and fraud but offered little new information or insight into the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), NBC News reported.
In a wide-ranging, three-hour discussion with podcaster Joe Rogan published Friday, Musk revisited well-trodden grievances about news outlets and billionaire Democratic donor George Soros. He also touched on whether he thinks private aerospace contractors have secret propulsion technology...
Continue reading...In a wide-ranging, three-hour discussion with podcaster Joe Rogan published Friday, Musk revisited well-trodden grievances about news outlets and billionaire Democratic donor George Soros. He also touched on whether he thinks private aerospace contractors have secret propulsion technology...
Tim Scott highlights opportunity agenda as Black History Month draws to a close
For Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, opportunity didn't come without a struggle.
"To anyone who believes that opportunity ought not come with headwinds, I don't know where you live, but it ain't reality," the 59-year-old mused to a crowd on a recent afternoon overlooking the U.S. Capitol.
Raised by a single mother in North Charleston, Scott described being plagued by low self-esteem after failing several courses in high school, including civics. He credits his faith for a reversal in political fortune.
Scott is the longest-serving Black senator...
Continue reading..."To anyone who believes that opportunity ought not come with headwinds, I don't know where you live, but it ain't reality," the 59-year-old mused to a crowd on a recent afternoon overlooking the U.S. Capitol.
Raised by a single mother in North Charleston, Scott described being plagued by low self-esteem after failing several courses in high school, including civics. He credits his faith for a reversal in political fortune.
Scott is the longest-serving Black senator...
Iowa governor signs bill removing transgender protections from civil rights code
Iowa Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill on Friday that removes protections for transgender people in the state’s civil rights code.
While not every state has protections for transgender people, Iowa Democrats added them to the civil rights code in 2007.
Iowa is the first state to remove gender identity protection from its state civil rights code.
The new law follows President Donald Trump's executive orders only recognizing two sexes, restricting sex change operations and restricting trans people in the military, as well as state...
Continue reading...While not every state has protections for transgender people, Iowa Democrats added them to the civil rights code in 2007.
Iowa is the first state to remove gender identity protection from its state civil rights code.
The new law follows President Donald Trump's executive orders only recognizing two sexes, restricting sex change operations and restricting trans people in the military, as well as state...