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As Donald Trump reasserts his influence on U.S. policy and global affairs, America finds itself at a crossroads. America Under Trump is a deep-dive series by EconoTimes, analyzing the sweeping economic, social, and geopolitical shifts under his leadership. From trade wars and tax reforms to foreign policy and domestic unrest, this series explores the impact of Trump's decisions on markets, businesses, and everyday citizens. Through expert analysis, data-driven insights, and exclusive commentary, we unpack the lasting effects of Trump’s governance on the future of America and the world.

US under Trump Series

Kash Patel’s Potential FBI Leadership Sparks Online Debate: 'Biblical Revelations Ahead!' Critics and Supporters Clash Over Bold Claims

Dec 01, 2024 19:34 pm UTC| Politics

As the nomination of Kash Patel for FBI Director gains momentum, social media erupted with polarizing opinions about what his leadership could mean for law enforcement and transparency in the United States. Known for his...

US under Trump Series

Kash Patel’s ‘Explosive Entry’ to X Sparks Political Frenzy: ‘Watch Out, Critics!’ Reactions Pour In

Dec 01, 2024 19:23 pm UTC| Politics

Kash Patel, a prominent figure from the Trump administration, has officially joined the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Known for his roles in the Department of Defense and national security, Patels...

US under Trump Series

John Bolton Slams Trump’s FBI Pick Kash Patel: ‘Unqualified and Dangerous’ Stuns MAGA Base in Explosive Callout

Dec 01, 2024 19:18 pm UTC| Politics

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has openly criticized President-elect Donald Trumps nomination of Kash Patel as FBI Director, calling on the Senate to reject the controversial pick. Bolton, a long-time...

US under Trump Series

Explosive Emails Rock Pete Hegseth’s Defense Secretary Bid: ‘Despicably Low!’ Critics and Conservatives Clash Over Controversial Nomination

Dec 01, 2024 09:54 am UTC| Politics

President-elect Donald Trumps decision to nominate Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense has ignited fierce debate, with critics questioning his qualifications and past conduct. The controversy deepened after The New York...

US under Trump Series

‘Elon Musk’s MAGA Takeover’: Democratic Strategist Warns GOP Faces Shocking Power Shift with ‘Unstoppable’ Influence

Dec 01, 2024 09:52 am UTC| Politics

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of social media platform X, has become a formidable force in Republican politics, according to Democratic strategist Chai Komanduri. Musks alignment with President-elect Donald...

US under Trump Series

‘Excellent Conversation’ or Empty Promises? Trudeau’s Mar-a-Lago Dinner With Trump Sparks Backlash Over Tariff Threats

Dec 01, 2024 09:49 am UTC| Politics

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described his meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump as an excellent conversation, despite lingering tensions over proposed tariffs. The two leaders met Friday night at Trumps...

US under Trump Series

Kid Steals the Spotlight at Trump-Trudeau Dinner: ‘The Real Star’ Stirs Online Frenzy Over Candid Photo

Dec 01, 2024 09:41 am UTC| Politics

A high-stakes dinner at Mar-a-Lago between President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took an unexpected turn when a photobombing child inadvertently became the center of attention. The candid...

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Economy

Gold Prices Rise as Weak US Retail Sales Cut Fed Rate Hike Bets

Gold prices edged higher on Friday and headed for a weekly gain as weaker-than-expected U.S. retail sales further reduced expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September. Spot gold rose 0.5% to $4,374.30...

S&P 500 Retreats From Record High as AI Stocks Slide, Retail Sales Disappoint

The SP 500 closed lower on Friday, retreating from its latest record high as weakness in AI-related stocks and disappointing U.S. retail sales weighed on investor sentiment. The SP 500 fell 0.17% to 7,785.76, while the...

Trump Imposes New Tariffs on Drone Imports Over US Security Concerns

President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imported drones and drone components, citing national security concerns and the United States heavy dependence on foreign suppliers. Under a proclamation signed by Trump,...

Strait of Hormuz Shipping Near Standstill After New Vessel Attacks

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed to a near standstill on Friday after two more vessels were attacked, while the United States signaled it could maintain its naval blockade of Iran indefinitely. The disruption...

US Dollar Slips as Weak Retail Sales Reduce Fed Rate Hike Bets

The U.S. dollar edged lower on Friday as weaker economic data prompted traders to scale back expectations for another Federal Reserve rate hike. Despite the decline, the greenback was poised to end a two-week losing streak...

Politics

US Presses Netanyahu to Condemn West Bank Settler Siege

The United States is urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to publicly condemn militant Israeli settlers accused of besieging Palestinian families in Qusra, a village in the occupied West Bank, according to U.S....

Haftar Helps Broker Release of American Hostage Held by ISIS Affiliate

Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar helped broker the release of an American hostage held by an Islamic State affiliate in West Africas Sahel region, according to four sources familiar with the negotiations. Kevin...

Israeli Troops Enter Palestinian Homes as Settler Siege Grips West Bank Village

Israeli troops took positions inside Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank village of Qusra on Thursday as a settler siege left families trapped without electricity or water, according to the village mayor and...

Jared Kushner May Visit Israel for Gaza Talks Next Week

U.S. President Donald Trumps envoy and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, could travel to Israel next week for talks aimed at advancing the administrations Gaza peace plan, according to a source familiar with the matter. Axios...

Albanese Says AUKUS ‘Full Steam Ahead’ After Trump Call

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the AUKUS defence pact remains full steam ahead following a lengthy phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, as Canberra also pushes Washington for a complete exemption...

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Explosion Could Delay Launch Operations Until 2028

Blue Origin is facing a significant setback after a dramatic explosion involving its New Glenn rocket severely damaged a launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida. According to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, repairs to the...

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

Technology

Alphabet’s SpaceX Investment Soars 100-Fold to $94 Billion

Alphabets early investment in SpaceX has delivered extraordinary returns, with the Google parents stake valued at roughly $94.2 billion at the end of June. The company originally invested $900 million in Elon Musks rocket...

Stripe, Advent Reportedly Pursue $53 Billion PayPal Takeover

Stripe and private equity firm Advent International reportedly offered to acquire PayPal for $60.50 per share in July, valuing the payments company at roughly $53 billion. PayPal rejected the proposal as too low, but...

J.P. Morgan Upgrades SanDisk, Sets $2,250 Price Target on AI NAND Growth

J.P. Morgan upgraded SanDisk to Overweight from Not Rated and set a December 2027 price target of $2,250, citing stronger long-term growth prospects following the flash memory companys 2026 Investor Day in New York....

Micron Stock Upgraded to Buy as New Street Sees $2 Trillion Valuation Potential

New Street Research has upgraded Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) to a Buy rating with a $1,250 price target, arguing that the semiconductor company is entering a fundamentally different memory cycle driven largely by...

Apple Develops China-Specific AI Model With Alibaba as Apple Intelligence Launch Nears

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) has reportedly developed a large language model specifically for China in collaboration with Alibaba (HK: 9988), signaling a significant shift in the iPhone makers artificial intelligence strategy...