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2024 - 7 - 29

Trump: From Assassination Attempt to Iron Domes - What’s Next?

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Just when you thought things couldn't get crazier, Donald Trump agrees to an FBI interview after an assassination attempt, and Cardi B throws shade!

Donald Trump is making headlines again, and this time it’s for reasons that are more serious than his usual Twitter antics. After a recent assassination attempt against him, the ex-president has agreed to sit for a victim interview with the FBI. The FBI is eager to gain Trump’s perspective on the shooting incident that occurred during his rally in Pennsylvania, where the would-be assassin, identified as Thomas Crooks, was spotted by police an entire hour before the attack. It raises some eyebrows about the effectiveness of law enforcement protocol when it comes to protecting public figures from such threats.

However, the situation doesn't end there. In a bizarre twist, Trump is also reportedly trying to pitch an Iron Dome-like missile defense system for the U.S., as if we’re living in a superhero movie. The reality, however, is that experts have been quick to debunk this as unrealistic – a classic case of Trump selling ‘snake oil’ on defense capabilities. Not only does he have to deal with assassination attempts, but he’s also taking on the impossible feat of safeguarding America with fantastical ideas. Talk about a double-life!

Meanwhile, on a completely different battleground, Cardi B has stepped in, giving Trump a piece of her mind regarding his recent comments about how Christian supporters “will never have to vote again.” The rapper openly criticized the ex-president, warning of the potential move towards a dictatorship. Cardi, known for her fierce opinions, has definitely added fuel to the fire, making it clear that she’s not backing down when it comes to speaking out against what she perceives as dangerous rhetoric. One can only wonder if the next collaboration will be between Trump and Cardi about which one of them has the wildest ideas!

As the FBI waits for Trump’s insights into the assassination attempt, and while he potentially lays out plans for national defense straight from a superhero movie, the dynamics of U.S. politics keep evolving in unfathomable ways. From the implications of Trump’s promises to the fears of figures like Cardi B, it’s no surprise that America remains as politically charged as ever. But did you know that assassination attempts on public figures in America are historically rare? In fact, most threats are thwarted before they escalate, but Trump’s high-profile presence surely changes the odds. Ultimately, whether it's Trump’s Iron Domes or Cardi B’s fierce warnings, it seems that the political circus will never run out of wild acts!

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Donald Trump to be interviewed by FBI after assassination attempt (Sky News)

The man who tried to kill Donald Trump, Thomas Crooks, was spotted by police over an hour before he opened fire. Officers even took a photo of him to share ...

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Trump agrees to be interviewed in FBI's probe into assassination ... (Aljazeera.com)

FBI agent says agency eager to get ex-US president's 'perspective on what he observed' during July 13 rally shooting.

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Can Donald Trump really build an Iron Dome over America? (Defense One)

In a word, no. The president-turned-candidate is still selling the same old missile-defense snake oil.

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Donald Trump accused of falsely vilifying migrants for surge in US ... (The Guardian)

Former head of US border security says claim 'terribly misleading' and statistics show nine of 10 convicted traffickers are US citizens.

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Cardi B rips into Donald Trump over his 'terrifying' promise to ... (Hindustan Times)

Cardi B launched a scathing attack against Donald Trump over his “you will never have to vote again” promise to Christian supporters.

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Trump agrees to give a victim interview to the FBI after assassination ... (NBC News)

Former President Donald Trump has agreed to participate in a victim interview with the FBI focused on his attempted assassination.

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Cardi B Worries About Donald Trump 'Dictatorship' After Ex-Prez ... (Billboard)

Cardi B is worried about a Donald Trump 'dictatorship' after the ex-president promised Christian conservatives 'you won't have to vote anymore.

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FBI to interview Donald Trump as Butler shooting probe continues (BBC News)

Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of its investigation into the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania earlier this ...

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Trump will sit for 'victim interview' in assassination attempt ... (ABC News)

Trump will sit for a "victim interview" in the investigation into his attempted assassination, the FBI announced on a Monday conference call with reporters.

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Opinion | Trump: 'You Won't Have to Vote Anymore' (The New York Times)

On Trump's comments to Christian voters and claims about his demeaning those with disabilities. Also: Retirement; coming out; youths in need; driver data.

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Donald Trump agrees to FBI interview amid probe into assassination ... (Livemint)

The expected interview with the 2024 Republican presidential nominee is part of the FBI's standard protocol to speak with victims during the course of their ...

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FBI to interview Donald Trump as Butler shooting probe continues (BBC News)

Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of its investigation into the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania earlier this ...

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Guardian Essential poll: Australians more favourable to Trump and ... (The Guardian)

Survey records 15-point surge in support for Republican presidential nominee since November 2020, with 36% now considering him favourably.

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President Trump Wants America To Become The World's “Bitcoin ... (Forbes)

Trump spoke at the Bitcoin 2024 conference this weekend, making history as the first former president to attend the event and make a full-throated ...

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Pennsylvania officer spotted Trump shooter 90 minutes before open ... (The Guardian)

Would-be assassin detected 30 minutes earlier than officials previously said due to communication failure.

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Was the Shooting of Donald Trump “Political Violence” or Something ... (BU Today)

Amid revelations that the would-be assassin of Donald Trump was bullied in his youth and was enamored of gun culture, BU experts assess his possible, ...

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Trump says he will sit for FBI interview about assassination attempt (The Guardian)

Republican nominee tells Fox News agents 'coming in on Thursday to see me' amid investigation into rally shooting.

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Donald Trump to visit Chicago for National Association of Black ... (NBC Chicago)

Former President Donald Trump will visit Chicago on Wednesday and attend the National Association of Black Journalists Annual Convention & Career Fair, ...

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Donald Trump to attend Black journalists' convention in Chicago (ABC News)

Former President Donald Trump is planning to attend the National Association of Black Journalists' annual convention in Chicago on Wednesday.

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Does Donald Trump really want to be a dictator? (The Conversation AU)

Last week, Donald Trump promised a Christian audience that if they voted for him in 2024, they wouldn't have to vote again in four years.

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Donald Trump Was Totally Not Being Serious When He Suggested ... (Vanity Fair)

Claiming that Trump merely meant he was going to “fix” the country, the GOP governor added: “Obviously we want everybody to vote in all elections, but I think ...

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Donald Trump agrees to sit for interview with FBI as it investigates ... (CNA)

WASHINGTON: Former president Donald Trump said he would sit for an interview with the FBI, as the bureau continues to investigate what motivated 20-year-old ...

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Donald Trump to attend Chicago's National Association of Black ... (WLS-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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FBI says Trump agreed to victim interview about assassination attempt (CBS News)

Former President Donald Trump will speak with the FBI about the attempted assassination against him at his Pennsylvania rally.

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While the world looks on aghast at Donald Trump, Peter Dutton can ... (The Guardian)

Like the former US president, Australia's opposition leader has honed his skills by exploiting identity politics.

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Trump agrees to FBI interview for assassination attempt investigation (The Associated Press)

The FBI says former President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed as part of its investigation into his attempted assassination in Pennsylvania.

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'The first crypto president': bitcoin fans bet on Donald Trump to ... (Financial Times)

Cryptocurrency market backs former president after 'brutal assault' under Biden administration.

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Donald Trump says he 'probably' will debate Kamala Harris but 'can ... (ABC News)

Donald Trump has backed away somewhat from his earlier commitment to debate Vice President Kamala Harris, questioning the value of a meetup and saying he ...

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Trump's Invitation to National Association of Black Journalists ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Donald Trump is set to take part in a Q&A as part of the 2024 National Association of Black Journalists Convention and Career Fair.

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JD Vance in 2017 said some Donald Trump supporters were racist (The Guardian)

Trump's current running mate said some of the his supporters voted for him in 2016 'for racist reasons'

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Updated timeline for attempted Trump assassination; crypto's impact ... (NPR)

The FBI has released a more detailed timeline of the attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump. And, how crypto is impacting the primary ...

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Donald Trump repeats controversial 'You won't have to vote any ... (The Guardian)

Republican presidential nominee denies threatening to stay in office after end of possible second term in Fox interview.

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Donald Trump tells Christians they 'won't have to vote anymore ... (Poynter)

Trump's July 26 comments came at The Believers' Summit. Democrats tore into Trump's comment. Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump ...

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Donald Trump to speak at Black journalists convention in Chicago ... (USA TODAY)

The National Association of Black Journalists will host a panel with Donald Trump Wednesday. Some raised concerns about his record with Black voters.

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National Association Of Black Journalists Leaders Defend Planned ... (Deadline)

Trump is scheduled to appear at a session at the association's Chicago convention with ABC News' Rachel Scott, Fox News' Harris Faulkner and Semafor's Kadia ...

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Donald Trump to attend National Association of Black Journalists ... (KABC-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (KGET 17)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization ...

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Donald Trump to attend National Association of Black Journalists ... (WPVI-TV)

Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at 720 South Michigan Avenue in South Loop, Chicago this week, his campaign said.

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A speaking invitation to Donald Trump splits the most prominent ... (Yahoo News)

Donald Trump's invitation to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked an intense debate within the organization and a flurry of ...

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Donald Trump Set to Return to Chicago for Just 2nd Time Since ... (WTTW News)

Republican nominee for president Donald Trump is set to take questions about the “most pressing issues facing the Black community” at noon Wednesday at the ...

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Project 2025 director ends work on plan for Donald Trump ... (ABC News)

The director of the 'Project 2025' plan for a Donald Trump presidency steps down after Democrats made attacking it central to their election campaign and ...

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Project 2025 winding down policy work after Trump criticism (NBC News)

The Heritage Foundation official leading Project 2025 is stepping down and the group is winding down its policy work following sustained criticism by Donald ...

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Donald Trump Campaign Celebrates Project 2025 'Demise' (Newsweek)

The former president's campaign responded to the news that Project 2025's director is stepping down from the Heritage Foundation.

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Donald Trump says Kamala Harris, who's married to a Jewish man ... (The Associated Press)

Former President Donald Trump claims Vice President Kamala Harris “doesn't like Jewish people” even though she's married to a Jewish man.

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Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump (CNN)

Paul Dans has stepped down as director of Project 2025, the conservative playbook for a potential second Donald Trump term, amid intense criticism including ...

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The Latest: Project 2025's director steps down and Trump says ... (ABC News)

Former President Donald Trump has said in a radio interview that Vice President Kamala Harris “doesn't like Jewish people” and appeared to agree with a host ...

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'You're a fool': Trump ramps up attacks on Jewish Democrats (Politico)

“Any Jewish person that voted for [Vice President Kamala Harris] or [President Joe Biden] … should have their head examined,” Trump told conservative radio host ...

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Black journalists convention co-chair steps down 1 day after ... (WLS-TV)

When is Trump coming to Chicago? Donald Trump will attend the NABJ convention 2024 at the Hilton Chicago at 720 South Michigan Avenue.

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Project 2025 Director Steps Down Amid Trump Criticism (The New York Times)

Paul Dans oversaw the project for the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank behind the proposal to reshape the federal government.

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Project 2025's director steps down, but the think tank says work will ... (NPR)

The campaign of Republican former President Donald Trump has tried to disavow the project. Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita, who lead the campaign, said in a ...

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Donald Trump says Kamala Harris doesn't like Jewish people ... (Times of India)

US News: ​Kamala Harris' husband Douglas Emhoff is a Jew and the first Jewish spouse of an American vice president. But Donald Trump said Kamala Harris does ...

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Harris tries to flip the script on Trump on the border during raucous ... (NPR)

The issue of border security is one of Vice President Harris' biggest vulnerabilities in her campaign. On Tuesday, she tried to use his signature issue ...

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'It will not end well for you': Trump lashes out at Project 2025 (NewsNation Now)

Donald Trump's campaign lashed out against the group behind conservative plan Project 2025, issuing an ominous warning to anyone attempting to link him to ...

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“Say It To My Face!” Kamala Harris Challenges Donald Trump To ... (Deadline)

Will they or won't they debate? The VP says bring it on as a poll sagging Trump dithers.

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The latest on the 2024 campaign (CNN)

The 2024 presidential campaign is now less than 100 days away as one of the fastest-moving and least predictable campaign season in memory unfolds.

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Donald Trump Accused Of Making Heartless Comment About ... (Forbes)

In a new book the nephew of former President Donald Trump has claimed that Trump had expressed the view that it might be better for disabled people to "just ...

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Fred Trump III calls uncle Donald Trump 'atomic crazy,' says he used ... (ABC News)

Fred Trump III, the son of the former president's late older brother, spoke with ABC News about his new book, "All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got ...

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Donald Trump's nephew blasts his 'atomic crazy' uncle in new book ... (USA TODAY)

Fred Trump III will not be voting for his uncle Donald. "He's done really horrific things to me," Trump told ABC. He alleges use of racial slur.

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Donald Trump's nephew endorses Kamala Harris, says uncle is ... (Times of India)

US News: ​Donald Trump's nephew Fred C Trump III came to news for his tell-all book in which he revealed that his uncle told him to let his disabled son die ...

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Trump's nephew says comment disparaging the disabled led to his ... (The Washington Post)

Fred Trump III says his uncle, former president Donald Trump, suggested that “maybe” people with disabilities “should just die.”

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Trump's nephew declares support for Harris (The Hill)

Fred Trump III, former president Trump's nephew, said he plans to vote for Vice President Harris on Tuesday, going against his family.

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Donald Trump's Nephew Endorses Kamala Harris For President (Yahoo News Malaysia)

III, the son of Donald Trump's late brother, Fred Trump Jr., threw his support behind his uncle's opponent during a Tuesday appearance on “The View.” “ ...

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Kamala Harris draws level with Donald Trump in race for the White ... (Financial Times)

FT polling analysis shows the Democrats' probable candidate has revitalised her party's campaign in just over a week.

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Donald Trump repeats controversial 'you won't have to vote any ... (The Guardian)

But Republican presidential nominee Trump denies threatening to stay in office after end of a possible second term in a Fox News interview.

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Donald Trump Doubles Down on Authoritarian Claim That ... (Vanity Fair)

You have to vote on November 5. After that, you don't have to worry about voting anymore.”

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Does Donald Trump really want to be a dictator? (News - The University of Sydney)

David Smith, Associate Professor in American Politics and Foreign Policy in the Discipline of Government and International Relations, unpacks the language ...

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Harris holds onto 1 point lead over Trump in latest Reuters/Ipsos poll (Reuters)

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris held a marginal one-percentage-point lead over Republican Donald Trump in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, ...

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Donald Trump Suffers Back-to-Back Polling Blows in Pennsylvania (Newsweek)

Another poll showed Harris leading Trump in Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground state in the presidential election.

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Kamala Harris erases Donald Trump's advantage in battleground ... (New York Post)

Former President Donald Trump's battleground state advantage appears to have evaporated just over a week after Vice President Kamala Harris became the ...

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'Say it to my face,' Kamala Harris dares Donald Trump as White ... (Independent Online)

Donald Trump recently said he would forego political tradition and not debate Kamala Harris, and also unleashed a barrage of insults against his rival, ...

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Kamala Harris Erases Trump's Swing-State Lead in 2024 Election: Poll (Bloomberg)

The vice president is polling better than Biden was before he dropped out, according to the latest Bloomberg News/Morning Consult survey.

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'Say It To My Face': Harris Issues New Trump Debate Challenge At ... (Forbes)

Vice President Kamala Harris doubled down on past comments that she is ready to debate former President Donald Trump, who has been less committal when it ...

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