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Economist
10 minutes ago
- Politics
- Economist
What if America's red states are about to lose their cheap-housing advantage?
United States | Peak exodus Photograph: Getty Images Jul 14th 2025 | Atlanta and San Francisco | 5 min read W hy do so many Americans move from blue states to red ones? Ron DeSantis, Florida's governor, crows that 'a collapse in the quality of life' in blue states is making residents flee. During a debate in 2023, he taunted California's governor, Gavin Newsom, for his state's street crime, woke schools and public defecation by homeless people—he even held up a 'poop map' of San Francisco for the cameras. 'They actually at one point ran out of u -Hauls in the state of California because so many people were leaving,' he gloated. We're looking for writers to cover politics and public policy The nationalisation of politics finally comes for America's least-populous state Professional gamblers get beaten by the odds A dispatch from the elevator bank of the 12th floor of 26 Federal Plaza His administration cannot shake rumours of a cover-up—in part because MAGA types enthusiastically endorsed it
Yahoo
21 minutes ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Malaysians urge government to reject ‘Zionist' Nick Adams as US envoy
Malaysians are urging their government to reject Donald Trump's appointment of conservative provocateur Nick Adams as the US ambassador to their country. Political parties, parliamentarians and members of the public are pressing Anwar Ibrahim's government to reject the MAGA commentator as ambassador to the majority Muslim country over his 'vocal support of Israel's Zionist regime'. Mr Adams, 40, a provocateur with a reputation for making incendiary social media posts, including one in which he referred to pop star Taylor Swift as a 'woke jezebel", was nominated by Mr Trump last week. Mr Adams was born in Sydney before immigrating to the US in 2012. If confirmed by the senate, he would replace Edgard Kagan, who took the job less than 16 months ago. Although Mr Adams, who became a US citizen in 2021, does have prior political experience, he has never been a diplomat. He was a member of Australia's Liberal Party before being driven out over an offensive rant about a journalist. 'Nick Adams is not a diplomat, not a statesman,' Mus'ab Muzahar from Amanah party, a member of the ruling coalition, said. 'He's merely an extreme right-wing propagandist, a Trumpist and vocal supporter of Israel's Zionist regime. His social media rhetoric is full of hatred, racism and Islamophobic sentiments which veer far from mature bilateral relations.' Mr Muzahar warned that Malaysia was "not a testing ground for US political puppets'. Mohamed Sukri Omar, an official of Parti Islam Se-Malaysia, said the government should take a firm and clear stance against the nomination. "Nick Adams is not just a controversial figure. He openly spreads hatred towards Islam and supports the Zionist colonial regime without consideration," Mr Omar said, according to The Star. He said Mr Adams once pressured a restaurant in the US to fire a waitress simply for wearing a "Free Palestine" pin. "This is an inhumane act that demonstrates extreme and hateful attitudes towards the oppressed Palestinian people's struggle," he said in a statement on Monday. His statement referred to a post of X, where Mr Adams proudly claimed to have gotten a waitress fired for wearing a "Free Palestine" pin. "I won't tolerate being served by those who support terror, I stand with Israel," Mr Adams wrote in the post dated 5 August 2024. Malaysia has openly supported the Palestinian people since Israel launched its war on Gaza in October 2023. Parti Keadilan Rakyat's Youth International Relations Bureau warned that Mr Adams's nomination was being viewed with concern due to his "extremist ideologies and divisive rhetoric", which stood in contrast to the Malaysian government. "Such a rejection should not be misconstrued as hostility but rather seen as a necessary measure to safeguard the integrity of bilateral relations and ensure that diplomatic envoys can contribute constructively, in a manner aligned with the shared aspirations of both nations," the bureau's chief, Arief Izuadin, said. The choice of Mr Adams as America's envoy to Malaysia reflected a lack of respect for and understanding of the nation, said Dr Bridget Welsh, a political analyst specialising in Southeast Asia. "Trump's focus on loyalty and political appointees, rather than professional diplomats or regional expertise, will inevitably undercut US engagement with the region,' she told The Straits Times. Malaysia last week said it planned to 'continue discussions' with the US to reach a 'balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement" after Mr Trump threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on the country from 1 August.


Newsweek
22 minutes ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Trump Struggles to Appease Supporters as Epstein MAGA Fury Gets Worse: Live Updates
President Donald Trump is facing a growing backlash from his MAGA base over his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. The controversy has sparked internal divisions, public criticism from key allies, and calls for a special counsel. What to Know: MAGA supporters are criticizing the DOJ memo that dismisses theories about Epstein's alleged "client list" and cause of death. Attorney General Pam Bondi has come under fire for a lack of transparency. Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino reportedly clashed with Bondi over the documents; Trump defended him publicly. Trump responded to the backlash on Truth Social, saying he doesn't "like what's happening" among supporters. Legal ally Mike Davis says the DOJ wants transparency but is limited by sealed records, grand jury material, and the need to protect victims. Conservative voices like Laura Loomer and Benny Johnson are urging Trump to take more decisive action, including appointing a special counsel. Activists warn that the Epstein memo controversy could distract from campaign priorities like the economy and immigration. DOJ released the first batch of Epstein-related documents in February, referencing Trump and Clinton but not alleging wrongdoing. Axios reports that the DOJ and FBI concluded there's no evidence of a client list or foul play in Epstein's death. Stay with Newsweek for the latest updates.


Miami Herald
an hour ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Israeli Ex-Leader Answers Tucker Carlson's Epstein Mossad Question
The former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett said disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein "never worked for the Mossad". Tucker Carlson had raised the question of whether Epstein was running a blackmail operation on behalf of Israeli intelligence during his speech to the conservative youth group Turning Point USA, saying "every single person in Washington DC thinks that". It comes as President Donald Trump and his administration is under intense pressure from the MAGA base, who believe they are continuing a cover-up about Epstein and his activities, including an alleged client list of high-profile figures. Bennett responded to Carlson and others discussing the claim about the late pedophile, who killed himself in a New York jail while awaiting trial, in a post on X, noting that Mossad had "reported directly to me" so he could answer "with 100% certainty". "The accusation that Jeffrey Epstein somehow worked for Israel or the Mossad running a blackmail ring is categorically and totally false," Bennett said. "Epstein's conduct, both the criminal and the merely despicable, had nothing whatsoever to do with the Mossad or the State of Israel. Epstein never worked for the Mossad. "This accusation is a lie being peddled by prominent online personalities such as Tucker Carlson pretending they know things they don't. "They just make things up, say it with confidence and these lies stick, because it's Israel. There's a vicious wave of slander and lies against my country and my people, and we just won't take it anymore." This is a developing article. Updates to follow. Related Articles Pam Bondi's DOJ to Make Ghislaine Maxwell Decision After Epstein BacklashDonald Trump's Approval Rating Changes Amid Epstein Files BacklashTrump Supports Bongino Staying at FBI Amid Epstein Files FalloutTrump Gets 'Ratioed' on Truth Social for First Time Amid Epstein Backlash 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.


CNN
an hour ago
- Politics
- CNN
Trump announces novel plan to send weapons to Ukraine
Trump announces novel plan to send weapons to Ukraine In an Oval Office meeting, President Trump announced that the US will sell weapons to European nations who will then send them to Ukraine. The president also threatened new trade consequences if no peace deal is reached with Ukraine within 50 days. 00:26 - Source: CNN Vertical Politics of the Day 12 videos Trump announces novel plan to send weapons to Ukraine In an Oval Office meeting, President Trump announced that the US will sell weapons to European nations who will then send them to Ukraine. The president also threatened new trade consequences if no peace deal is reached with Ukraine within 50 days. 00:26 - Source: CNN MAGA faithful weigh in on Epstein files debate At a conservative conference in Florida, Trump supporters share their views on the Epstein files fallout with CNN's Donie O'Sullivan. 01:40 - Source: CNN Senator asked if she regrets voting for Trump's policy bill The Senate passed Trump's so-called 'big, beautiful bill' after a 26-hour marathon of negotiations during which Alaska's Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski, as she put it later, 'struggled mightily' to soften the biggest funding blows to her state before ultimately casting a vote that guaranteed its passage. CNN Chief Congressional Correspondent Manu Raju caught up with Murkowski and asked if she regrets her vote in some of her first public comments about the vote since the bill became law. 01:45 - Source: CNN Journalist offers new account of Trump assassination attempt The Secret Service has issued suspensions for several agents involved in securing the Pennsylvania rally last year where Donald Trump was shot in the ear and a rally goer was killed by the would-be assassin, according to multiple sources. Journalist Salena Zito, who witnessed the assassination attempt, joined Jake Tapper to discuss why she believes "it's about time" suspensions are doled out. 00:49 - Source: CNN Former FBI deputy director slams Bongino-Bondi clash over Epstein Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe reacts to sources telling CNN that current FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino is considering resigning. This amid a major clash between the FBI and Justice Department over the continued fallout from the release of the Jeffrey Epstein memo. 01:55 - Source: CNN ICE vehicle runs through protesters CNN affiliate KGO reports that an ICE vehicle ran through protesters attempting to stop an alleged deportation outside the San Francisco Federal Immigration Court. 00:59 - Source: CNN What's behind White House attacks on the Fed Chair? White House advisers are ramping up attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CNN's Phil Mattingly explains why the Trump Administration could make Powell's life miserable, even as the President says he has no plan to fire him. 02:09 - Source: CNN Trump rebukes reporter for asking about flood alert delays President Donald Trump spoke in Kerrville, TX in the aftermath of devastating flooding in the region. He admonished one reporter for asking his response to families questioning delays of flood alerts. 01:10 - Source: CNN New Yorkers paying millions in Andrew Cuomo's legal bills CNN's MJ Lee investigates how New York taxpayers are footing the bill for Andrew Cuomo's legal defense, after he was accused of sexual harassment. 02:53 - Source: CNN Analysis: Do Trump's words affect Putin's actions? President Donald Trump called Russian President Vladimir Putin out for throwing "bullsh*t" on peace talks with Ukraine - hours later, Russia launched its largest ever drone attack on Ukraine. CNN's Matthew Chance analyzes whether the US leader's comments have an impact on Russia's military operations. 01:23 - Source: CNN Federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order A federal judge agreed Thursday to issue a new nationwide block against President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports. 01:01 - Source: CNN GOP senator reveals details of conversations with Trump over bill vote Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) joins CNN's Jake Tapper to discuss his private conversation with President Donald Trump after voting against the president's agenda — just before announcing he would retire from Congress instead of seeking reelection next November. 03:27 - Source: CNN