November 14, 2024

World

'Who else thinks Biden voted for Trump?': How social media reacted to president's joyful Oval Office meeting

‘Who else thinks Biden voted for Trump?’: How social media reacted to president’s joyful Oval Office meeting

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During Wednesday’s White House meeting, US President Joe Biden displayed a notably cheerful expression whilst meeting President-elect Donald Trump, leading to widespread social media discussions. Many speculated that Biden’s demeanour reflected relief following his party’s pressure to withdraw from the presidential race in July.The two leaders committed to ensuring a seamless administrative transition during their…

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Trump appoints four top advisors as assistants to the president and deputy chiefs of staff

Trump appoints four top advisors as assistants to the president and deputy chiefs of staff

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Donald Trump (Picture credit: Reuters) President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday announced four new additions to his cabinet team: Dan Scavino, Stephen Miller, James Blair, and Taylor Budowich, who will all assume roles as assistants to the president and deputy chiefs of staff. These individuals previously held key positions in Trump’s presidential campaign.Dan Scavino will rejoin…

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Trump eyes Marco Rubio for secretary of state, say sources

Trump eyes Marco Rubio for secretary of state, say sources

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Donald Trump is planning to nominate US senator Marco Rubio as secretary of state, positioning the Florida-born politician to become the first Latino to serve as America’s chief diplomat when the Republican president-elect assumes office in January.Historically, Rubio has been considered the most assertive candidate on Trump’s secretary of state shortlist, previously advocating for strong…

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American YouTuber Johnny Somali apologises for kissing statue honoring Korean wartime victims

American YouTuber Johnny Somali apologises for kissing statue honoring Korean wartime victims

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Johnny Somali (Picture credit: YouTube) American YouTuber Johnny Somali, 24, has issued an apology for kissing a statue in Seoul, South Korea, commemorating Korean victims of wartime sexual slavery. The kissing video, posted to his YouTube channel, sparked outrage among viewers.“I want to apologize to Koreans. I didn’t understand the significance of the statue,” Somali…

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FEMA fires employee for instructing hurricane relief team 'to skip houses advertising Trump'

FEMA fires employee for instructing hurricane relief team ‘to skip houses advertising Trump’

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A Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) staff member was terminated after advising their disaster response team to bypass homes with signs supporting former President Donald Trump while assessing Florida’s hurricane-hit areas in the wake of Hurricane Milton, the agency said on Saturday.FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell denounced the staff member’s conduct as “reprehensible” and confirmed their…

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