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SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to&nbsp;former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US.&nbsp;

Lawmakers have been discussing a measure which will force Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US by September 30. President Joe Biden said he would sign the bill if it is cleared by US Congress.

In the wake of legislation likely to be passed by Congress this week, Musk took to his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and said the bill will amount to "censorship and government control".

“This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not,” he wrote on X.

Musk also re-shared a post of Representative Thomas Massie, who had spoken up against the potential TikTok ban, calling it a 'Trojan horse' that&nbsp; will only empower the president to ban not only apps but also websites.&nbsp;

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“The so-called TikTok ban is a trojan horse. The President will be given the power to ban WEBSITES, not just Apps. The person breaking the new law is deemed to be the U.S. (or offshore) INTERNET HOSTING SERVICE or App Store, not the “foreign adversary”,” Massie had said in the post.

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<h2>What did Trump say about the TikTok ban?</h2>

Musk's comments follows Trump's opposition to the TikTok ban. 
 
Trump noted that lots of kids 'will go crazy' without the Chinese-owned video-sharing platform which is being seen as a national security threat for the US due to alleged links to the Communist Party as well as concerns over user data sharing and privacy.

Trump, who himself in 2020 tried to ban TikTok, also said that if the proposal is implemented, it will give unfair advantages to Facebook owner Meta.

"There's a lot of good and there's a lot of bad with TikTok, but the thing I don't like is that without TikTok, you're going to make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people, along with a lot of the media," he told CNBC.

Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: TikTok's desperate lobbying effort backfires in US

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"I'm not looking to make Facebook double the size. I think Facebook has been very bad for our country," he said.

"There are a lot of people on TikTok that love it. There are a lot of young kids on TikTok who will go crazy without it," Trump further said.

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SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US. Lawmakers have been discussing a measure which will force Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US by September 30. President Joe Biden said he would sign the bill if it is cleared by US Congress. In the wake of legislation likely to be passed by Congress this week, Musk took to his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and said the bill will amount to "censorship and government control". “This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not,” he wrote on X. Musk also re-shared a post of Representative Thomas Massie, who had spoken up against the potential TikTok ban, calling it a 'Trojan horse' that will only empower the president to ban not only apps but also websites. Also Read: Trump's TikTok U-turn: Says some kids will 'go crazy without it', Facebook 'enemy of the people' “The so-called TikTok ban is a trojan horse. The President will be given the power to ban WEBSITES, not just Apps. The person breaking the new law is deemed to be the U.S. (or offshore) INTERNET HOSTING SERVICE or App Store, not the “foreign adversary”,” Massie had said in the post. This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not. https://t.co/3hpePCE1nS — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 12, 2024 × What did Trump say about the TikTok ban? Musk's comments follows Trump's opposition to the TikTok ban. Trump noted that lots of kids 'will go crazy' without the Chinese-owned video-sharing platform which is being seen as a national security threat for the US due to alleged links to the Communist Party as well as concerns over user data sharing and privacy. Trump, who himself in 2020 tried to ban TikTok, also said that if the proposal is implemented, it will give unfair advantages to Facebook owner Meta. "There's a lot of good and there's a lot of bad with TikTok, but the thing I don't like is that without TikTok, you're going to make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people, along with a lot of the media," he told CNBC. Watch: Gravitas: TikTok's desperate lobbying effort backfires in US "I'm not looking to make Facebook double the size. I think Facebook has been very bad for our country," he said. "There are a lot of people on TikTok that love it. There are a lot of young kids on TikTok who will go crazy without it," Trump further said.

Elon Musk joins Trump in denouncing proposed TikTok ban in US: 'It's about censorship, govt control'

Joe Biden and Donald Trump have secured nominations for the 2024 US Presidential Elections, setting the stage for a historic rematch. Meanwhile, the UK has called for a full explanation regarding an Israeli raid on a Gaza hospital amid reports of mistreatment of doctors.

In Lithuania, Alexei Navalny's ally Leonid Volkov was attacked with a hammer and tear gas.

Google's AI chatbot, Gemini, has been restricted from engaging in global election queries. Finally, India has seized drugs worth $58 million from a Pakistani boat off the Gujarat coast.

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Joe Biden on Tuesday (Mar 12)&nbsp;secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Hours later, his rival, former&nbsp;president Donald Trump, too clinched the Republican nomination. With these wins, they have set the stage for&nbsp;the US' first election rematch in nearly 70 years.

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Amid growing concerns over alleged mistreatment of medical staff in Gaza following an Israeli raid, a UK Foreign Office minister has called for a thorough investigation into the matter.

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A close ally of Alexei Navalny, Leonid Volkov, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his house in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/googles-gemini-ai-restricted-from-engaging-on-global-election-queries-699504">Google's Gemini AI restricted from engaging on global election queries</a>

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Google, the Alphabet-owned tech giant, has implemented restrictions on its AI chatbot Gemini, preventing it from answering questions&nbsp;regarding global elections slated to occur this year.

Watch |&nbsp;India seizes drugs worth $58 mn from Pak boat off Gujarat coast

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Joe Biden and Donald Trump have secured nominations for the 2024 US Presidential Elections, setting the stage for a historic rematch. Meanwhile, the UK has called for a full explanation regarding an Israeli raid on a Gaza hospital amid reports of mistreatment of doctors.

Joe Biden and Donald Trump have secured nominations for the 2024 US Presidential Elections, setting the stage for a historic rematch. Meanwhile, the UK has called for a full explanation regarding an Israeli raid on a Gaza hospital amid reports of mistreatment of doctors. In Lithuania, Alexei Navalny's ally Leonid Volkov was attacked with a hammer and tear gas. Google's AI chatbot, Gemini, has been restricted from engaging in global election queries. Finally, India has seized drugs worth $58 million from a Pakistani boat off the Gujarat coast. Click on the headlines to read more Biden, Trump clinch nominations for US Presidential Elections 2024; set stage for rematch Joe Biden on Tuesday (Mar 12) secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Hours later, his rival, former president Donald Trump, too clinched the Republican nomination. With these wins, they have set the stage for the US' first election rematch in nearly 70 years. UK pushes for 'full explanation' of Israeli raid on Gaza hospital as reports of mistreatment of doctors emerge Amid growing concerns over alleged mistreatment of medical staff in Gaza following an Israeli raid, a UK Foreign Office minister has called for a thorough investigation into the matter. Alexei Navalny's ally Leonid Volkov attacked with hammer in Lithuania A close ally of Alexei Navalny, Leonid Volkov, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his house in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania. Google's Gemini AI restricted from engaging on global election queries Google, the Alphabet-owned tech giant, has implemented restrictions on its AI chatbot Gemini, preventing it from answering questions regarding global elections slated to occur this year. Watch | India seizes drugs worth $58 mn from Pak boat off Gujarat coast

Morning news brief: Biden, Trump win nominations; Navalny's ally attacked; and more

Former US President Donald Trump was relieved of some of the election subversion charges in the&nbsp;State of Georgia Vs&nbsp;Donald J. Trump criminal case trial. The overall case, however, remains intact.

Georgia Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee dismissed six of the 41-count indictment charges against Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants.&nbsp;

<h2>Georgia election interference case: What is it about?</h2>

Trump and his co-defendants are accused of violating the law by allegedly pressuring members of the Georgia legislature to unlawfully appoint presidential electors.&nbsp;

Also watch |&nbsp;Donald Trump's Georgia trial could drag on till 2025

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Trump and his ex-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows are also accused of calling up Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger in January 2021 in which Trump asked Raffensperger to "find" the votes that would win him the state.

<h2>What did the judge find?</h2>

Judge Scott McAfee found a lack of detail in the case as 'fatal' and, therefore, dismissed six charges.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"The Court’s concern is less that the State has failed to allege sufficient conduct of the Defendants – in fact, it has alleged an abundance. However, the lack of detail concerning an essential legal element is, in the undersigned’s opinion, fatal," McAfee wrote in Wednesday’s order.

"As written, these six counts contain all the essential elements of the crimes but fail to allege sufficient detail regarding the nature of their commission, i.e., the underlying felony solicited," McAfee added. "They do not give the Defendants enough information to prepare their defenses intelligently, as the Defendants could have violated the Constitutions and thus the statute in dozens, if not hundreds, of distinct ways."

The new ruling, however, did not address the ethics accusations brought against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis by the defendants.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/georgia-election-case-trump-prosecutor-fani-willis-accuses-defense-of-lying-in-testimony-690741">Georgia election case: Trump prosecutor Fani Willis accuses defence of lying in testimony</a>

McAfee has said that he will&nbsp;issue a ruling on that issue by the end of the week. 
 
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Former US President Donald Trump was relieved of some of the election subversion charges in the State of Georgia Vs Donald J. Trump criminal case trial. The overall case, however, remains intact.

Former US President Donald Trump was relieved of some of the election subversion charges in the State of Georgia Vs Donald J. Trump criminal case trial. The overall case, however, remains intact. Georgia Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee dismissed six of the 41-count indictment charges against Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants. Georgia election interference case: What is it about? Trump and his co-defendants are accused of violating the law by allegedly pressuring members of the Georgia legislature to unlawfully appoint presidential electors. Also watch | Donald Trump's Georgia trial could drag on till 2025 × Trump and his ex-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows are also accused of calling up Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger in January 2021 in which Trump asked Raffensperger to "find" the votes that would win him the state. What did the judge find? Judge Scott McAfee found a lack of detail in the case as 'fatal' and, therefore, dismissed six charges. "The Court’s concern is less that the State has failed to allege sufficient conduct of the Defendants – in fact, it has alleged an abundance. However, the lack of detail concerning an essential legal element is, in the undersigned’s opinion, fatal," McAfee wrote in Wednesday’s order. "As written, these six counts contain all the essential elements of the crimes but fail to allege sufficient detail regarding the nature of their commission, i.e., the underlying felony solicited," McAfee added. "They do not give the Defendants enough information to prepare their defenses intelligently, as the Defendants could have violated the Constitutions and thus the statute in dozens, if not hundreds, of distinct ways." The new ruling, however, did not address the ethics accusations brought against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis by the defendants. Also read | Georgia election case: Trump prosecutor Fani Willis accuses defence of lying in testimony McAfee has said that he will issue a ruling on that issue by the end of the week. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump gets partial relief in Georgia election interference case

A debate over the age and capabilities of Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump is in the news again. Duelling videos of the two leaders were played at the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. The videos provided evidence to showcase their verbal blunders and faulty memory.

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Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal.&nbsp;

Truth Social is a social media platform that was announced by Trump in October 2021. It is aimed to offer an alternative to mainstream social media platforms, which some conservatives believe have censored their views.

Although the conversation that took place between the two didn't result in a deal, the Washington Post report also pointed out the extent of communication between the two influential figures. It said that Trump and Musk often had discussions on politics as well as business.&nbsp;

It must be noted that Trump often expresses his opinions and thoughts openly, sometimes without filters, which ends up stoking controversies. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter, in November 2022 restored Trump's account on the platform nearly two years after the former US president was banned for inciting violence.&nbsp;

Now, even as Trump does not post on X, he continues to use Truth Social, where he frequently communicates his views directly to his followers.

<h2>Meet between Trump and Musk</h2>

The report, which indicated a continuing relationship between Trump and Musk, said that there was a meeting between the two earlier this month, along with some Republican donors in Palm Beach, Florida. Although the details of their discussions remain undisclosed.

It is worth mentioning that Musk's political views and affiliations are not strictly aligned with either conservatives or Democrats. He has described himself as a 'socialist' in the past.

Even as Musk has made donations to both Republican and Democratic candidates in the past, this time the SpaceX CEO, after his meeting with Trump, wrote on X,&nbsp;"Just to be super clear, I am not donating money to either candidate for US President."&nbsp;

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Despite Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now rebranded as X, for $44 billion in 2022, he expressed little interest in Truth Social, even criticising its name publicly. Trump has been persistent in his efforts to garner support for the platform and to increase its user base and financial value.

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Trump's media venture, which owns Truth Social, faced financial challenges, including legal issues.

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Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal.

Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal. Truth Social is a social media platform that was announced by Trump in October 2021. It is aimed to offer an alternative to mainstream social media platforms, which some conservatives believe have censored their views. Although the conversation that took place between the two didn't result in a deal, the Washington Post report also pointed out the extent of communication between the two influential figures. It said that Trump and Musk often had discussions on politics as well as business. It must be noted that Trump often expresses his opinions and thoughts openly, sometimes without filters, which ends up stoking controversies. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter, in November 2022 restored Trump's account on the platform nearly two years after the former US president was banned for inciting violence. Now, even as Trump does not post on X, he continues to use Truth Social, where he frequently communicates his views directly to his followers. Meet between Trump and Musk The report, which indicated a continuing relationship between Trump and Musk, said that there was a meeting between the two earlier this month, along with some Republican donors in Palm Beach, Florida. Although the details of their discussions remain undisclosed. It is worth mentioning that Musk's political views and affiliations are not strictly aligned with either conservatives or Democrats. He has described himself as a 'socialist' in the past. Even as Musk has made donations to both Republican and Democratic candidates in the past, this time the SpaceX CEO, after his meeting with Trump, wrote on X, "Just to be super clear, I am not donating money to either candidate for US President." Also Read | Global trade disrupted by Red Sea attacks and Panama Canal drought: IMF Despite Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now rebranded as X, for $44 billion in 2022, he expressed little interest in Truth Social, even criticising its name publicly. Trump has been persistent in his efforts to garner support for the platform and to increase its user base and financial value. Also Read | Japanese city warns residents against touching cat which fell in toxic chemical tank Trump's media venture, which owns Truth Social, faced financial challenges, including legal issues. Watch | Israel war | West Bank: Israel army vs resistance groups × Moreover, challenges are also surrounding Trump, particularly in securing funds to address substantial legal cases against him. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump sought Elon Musk’s interest in buying Truth Social, reports reveal

Joe Biden and Donald Trump hope to clinch their parties’ presidential nominations with dominant victories in a slate of state primaries on Tuesday. Watch in for more details!

Biden-Trump poised to bag enough delegates to win nomination

The Republican National Committee's new leadership team, backed by&nbsp;former president Donald Trump and led by his daughter-in-law Lara Trump, began firing dozens of employees days after it took over, US media reports said.

Nearly 60 people were informed that they were no longer employed, according to people aware of the matter.

According to the reports, the data, political and communications employees were affected and notifications were sent by Chris LaCivita, who is a senior Trump adviser and was present at the RNC’s Capitol Hill headquarters.&nbsp;

LaCivita had complained against employees of the RNC for several months and had planned to make changes. The payroll of the organisation and the employees were studied by Trump's adviser for several weeks.

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Some contractors were also informed by LaCivita that they would not be renewed, and some of those fired included employees who worked in the state offices of the campaign.&nbsp;

It was reported that some of the employees were left shocked by the firings which happened in a day. “Gutting a committee just before the election seems insane,” a former RNC employee said.

<h2>What did the email say to employees?</h2>

An email, which was sent to some RNC employees from Chief Operating Officer Sean Cairncross, read that “certain staff are being asked to resign and reapply.”

The email further said that those employees who will not reapply will have their last working day with the RNC on March 31.

On Friday (Mar 8), the RNC voted for the installation of new leaders which included Michael Whatley as chair and Lara Trump as co-chair.&nbsp;

LaCivita, a top aide for Trump’s 2024 campaign,&nbsp; took over as the chief of staff of the committee.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Super Tuesday 2024: Trump and Biden look to move closer to a rematch

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In a speech, Whatley said that the RNC “will work hand in glove with President Trump’s campaign” as he is most likely to face a rematch against President Biden.

As per the January campaign finance filing, the RNC touched a historically low $8.7 million cash on hand in comparison with the $24 million present at the Democratic National Committee.&nbsp;

Trump and his allies have been racing to decrease the difference in funding with Biden and his affiliated groups. “We have to raise a lot of money,” said Lara Trump.

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The Republican National Committee's new leadership team, backed by former president Donald Trump and led by his daughter-in-law Lara Trump, began firing dozens of employees days after it took over, US media reports said.

The Republican National Committee's new leadership team, backed by former president Donald Trump and led by his daughter-in-law Lara Trump, began firing dozens of employees days after it took over, US media reports said. Nearly 60 people were informed that they were no longer employed, according to people aware of the matter. According to the reports, the data, political and communications employees were affected and notifications were sent by Chris LaCivita, who is a senior Trump adviser and was present at the RNC’s Capitol Hill headquarters. LaCivita had complained against employees of the RNC for several months and had planned to make changes. The payroll of the organisation and the employees were studied by Trump's adviser for several weeks. Also Read: Trump vows to free January 6 rioters if re-elected, calling them 'wrongfully imprisoned hostages' Some contractors were also informed by LaCivita that they would not be renewed, and some of those fired included employees who worked in the state offices of the campaign. It was reported that some of the employees were left shocked by the firings which happened in a day. “Gutting a committee just before the election seems insane,” a former RNC employee said. What did the email say to employees? An email, which was sent to some RNC employees from Chief Operating Officer Sean Cairncross, read that “certain staff are being asked to resign and reapply.” The email further said that those employees who will not reapply will have their last working day with the RNC on March 31. On Friday (Mar 8), the RNC voted for the installation of new leaders which included Michael Whatley as chair and Lara Trump as co-chair. LaCivita, a top aide for Trump’s 2024 campaign, took over as the chief of staff of the committee. Watch: Super Tuesday 2024: Trump and Biden look to move closer to a rematch In a speech, Whatley said that the RNC “will work hand in glove with President Trump’s campaign” as he is most likely to face a rematch against President Biden. As per the January campaign finance filing, the RNC touched a historically low $8.7 million cash on hand in comparison with the $24 million present at the Democratic National Committee. Trump and his allies have been racing to decrease the difference in funding with Biden and his affiliated groups. “We have to raise a lot of money,” said Lara Trump. (With inputs from agencies)

Republican National Committee sacks dozens of staff after Lara Trump’s team takes over

You can trust Donald Trump to make an event like the Oscars all about himself after he tweeted harshly about this year’s host Jimmy Kimmel. Launching a scathing attack on Jimmy Kimmel, Donald Trump tweeted that Jimmy is the “worst host” that The Academy Awards has ever been a witness to and added that he was “trying too hard to be something which he is not, and never can be.”

<h2>Donald Trump makes waves at the Oscars&nbsp;</h2>

Commenting on Jimmy's opening monologue, Donald Trump said that his “opening was that of a less than average person” and went on to ask the organisers to replace him with “another washed up, but cheap, ABC talent George Slopanopoulos.” Vouching for George Trump said that he “would make everybody on stage look bigger, stronger, and more glamorous."

His tweet further read: “Also a really bad politically correct show tonight, and for years - Disjointed, boring, and very unfair. Why don’t they just give the Oscars to those that deserve them? Maybe that way their audience and TV ratings will come back from the depths. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!” <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-oscars-2024-winners-list-robert-downey-jr-wins-his-first-oscar-for-best-supporting-actor-updating-live-698762">Check out the full list of winners at Oscars 2024.</a>

Donald Trump’s tweet was read out loud by Jimmy on the stage after previous presenters for an award walked out and Jimmy had to fill the gap between incoming and outgoing presenters. At the time when he was reading out the tweet, everyone thought it was pulled out of one of the jokes he’d written for the night. It was only later that we found out&nbsp;it was an actual tweet by none other than Donald Trump.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-oscar-awards-2024-oppenheimer-sweeps-the-oscars-with-7-wins-barbie-only-wins-best-song-698800">Oscar Awards 2024: Oppenheimer sweeps the Oscars with 7 wins, Barbie only wins Best Song</a>

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In reply, Jimmy took the words quite sportingly and said, "Thank you for watching. Isn't it past your jail time?"

Trump's comment was announced by Jimmy Kimmel minutes before Oppenheimer was named Best Picture at the show's conclusion.

You can trust Donald Trump to make an event like the Oscars all about himself after he tweeted harshly about this year’s host Jimmy Kimmel. Launching a scathing attack on Jimmy Kimmel, Donald Trump tweeted that Jimmy is the “worst host” that The Academy Awards has ever been a witness to and added that he was “trying too hard to be something which he is not, and never can be.

You can trust Donald Trump to make an event like the Oscars all about himself after he tweeted harshly about this year’s host Jimmy Kimmel. Launching a scathing attack on Jimmy Kimmel, Donald Trump tweeted that Jimmy is the “worst host” that The Academy Awards has ever been a witness to and added that he was “trying too hard to be something which he is not, and never can be.” Donald Trump makes waves at the Oscars Commenting on Jimmy's opening monologue, Donald Trump said that his “opening was that of a less than average person” and went on to ask the organisers to replace him with “another washed up, but cheap, ABC talent George Slopanopoulos.” Vouching for George Trump said that he “would make everybody on stage look bigger, stronger, and more glamorous." His tweet further read: “Also a really bad politically correct show tonight, and for years - Disjointed, boring, and very unfair. Why don’t they just give the Oscars to those that deserve them? Maybe that way their audience and TV ratings will come back from the depths. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!” Check out the full list of winners at Oscars 2024. Donald Trump’s tweet was read out loud by Jimmy on the stage after previous presenters for an award walked out and Jimmy had to fill the gap between incoming and outgoing presenters. At the time when he was reading out the tweet, everyone thought it was pulled out of one of the jokes he’d written for the night. It was only later that we found out it was an actual tweet by none other than Donald Trump. Also read: Oscar Awards 2024: Oppenheimer sweeps the Oscars with 7 wins, Barbie only wins Best Song Oscars 2024: India's To Kill A Tiger loses out to 20 Days in Mariupol for Best Documentary Feature In reply, Jimmy took the words quite sportingly and said, "Thank you for watching. Isn't it past your jail time?" Trump's comment was announced by Jimmy Kimmel minutes before Oppenheimer was named Best Picture at the show's conclusion.

Jimmy Kimmel roasts Donald Trump for tweeting 'Get rid of Kimmel' on 'average' Oscars hosting

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Sunday (March 10) said that Donald Trump will not provide funds to Ukraine for its fight against Russia if he gets elected as US president in this year's elections.

This he said would further expedite an end to the war between the two sides.

Nationalist premier Orban lent his support to long-time ally Trump's bid to return to the White House after meeting the former US president in Florida late on Friday (March 8).

"He will not give a penny into the Ukraine-Russia war and therefore the war will end," Orban told state television late on Sunday (March 10). "As it is obvious that Ukraine on its own cannot stand on its feet."

"If the Americans do not give money and weapons, and also the Europeans, then this war will be over. And if the Americans do not give money the Europeans are unable to finance this war on their own, and then the war will end."

Orban stated that it was "another matter" how the conflict would come to an end with peace negotiations following a truce and how a secure and stable Europe would be established, however, first and foremost peace must be achieved and "he (Trump) has the means for that."

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<h2>We need leaders who can bring peace, Trump is one of them: Orban&nbsp;</h2>

Orban, after meeting with his long-time ally Trump, took to his official X account and wrote, "We need leaders in the world who are respected and can bring peace. He is one of them! Come back and bring us peace, Mr. President!"

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The two, according to a statement from Trump's campaign, discussed "a wide range of issues affecting Hungary and the United States, including the paramount importance of strong and secure borders to protect the sovereignty of each nation."

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Orban, who is admired by many American conservatives for his tough immigration policies, family support schemes and vocal stance on national sovereignty, said in a video on his Facebook page that there was peace in the Middle East and also Ukraine during Trump's 2017-2021 presidency.

"Viktor is a Great Leader, respected all over the World," Trump said on Saturday in a post on his Truth Social messaging platform, saying it had been an honour to host Orban.

"Hungary is a Safe Country because of his Strong Immigration Policies, and as long as he is in charge, it always will be!" Trump added.

Orban has refused to provide arms to Kyiv and has maintained close economic ties with Moscow since Russia launched its offensive against Ukraine in 2022.

He last met Russian President Vladimir Putin in China in October last year despite efforts by the European Union to isolate Moscow. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Sunday (March 10) said that Donald Trump will not provide funds to Ukraine for its fight against Russia if he gets elected as US president in this year's elections.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Sunday (March 10) said that Donald Trump will not provide funds to Ukraine for its fight against Russia if he gets elected as US president in this year's elections. This he said would further expedite an end to the war between the two sides. Nationalist premier Orban lent his support to long-time ally Trump's bid to return to the White House after meeting the former US president in Florida late on Friday (March 8). "He will not give a penny into the Ukraine-Russia war and therefore the war will end," Orban told state television late on Sunday (March 10). "As it is obvious that Ukraine on its own cannot stand on its feet." "If the Americans do not give money and weapons, and also the Europeans, then this war will be over. And if the Americans do not give money the Europeans are unable to finance this war on their own, and then the war will end." Orban stated that it was "another matter" how the conflict would come to an end with peace negotiations following a truce and how a secure and stable Europe would be established, however, first and foremost peace must be achieved and "he (Trump) has the means for that." Also read: Ukrainian troops jittery as Russia starts using powerful, gliding bombs on frontlines We need leaders who can bring peace, Trump is one of them: Orban Orban, after meeting with his long-time ally Trump, took to his official X account and wrote, "We need leaders in the world who are respected and can bring peace. He is one of them! Come back and bring us peace, Mr. President!" President @realDonaldTrump was a president of peace. He commanded respect in the world, and created the conditions for peace. During his presidency there was peace in the Middle East and peace in Ukraine. We need him back more than ever! Thank you for the invitation, Mr.… pic.twitter.com/4nSqwoYxMV — Orbán Viktor (@PM_ViktorOrban) March 10, 2024 × The two, according to a statement from Trump's campaign, discussed "a wide range of issues affecting Hungary and the United States, including the paramount importance of strong and secure borders to protect the sovereignty of each nation." It was a pleasure to visit President @realDonaldTrump today. We need leaders in the world who are respected and can bring peace. He is one of them! Come back and bring us peace, Mr. President! pic.twitter.com/rbCYvygzNy — Orbán Viktor (@PM_ViktorOrban) March 9, 2024 × Orban, who is admired by many American conservatives for his tough immigration policies, family support schemes and vocal stance on national sovereignty, said in a video on his Facebook page that there was peace in the Middle East and also Ukraine during Trump's 2017-2021 presidency. "Viktor is a Great Leader, respected all over the World," Trump said on Saturday in a post on his Truth Social messaging platform, saying it had been an honour to host Orban. "Hungary is a Safe Country because of his Strong Immigration Policies, and as long as he is in charge, it always will be!" Trump added. Orban has refused to provide arms to Kyiv and has maintained close economic ties with Moscow since Russia launched its offensive against Ukraine in 2022. He last met Russian President Vladimir Putin in China in October last year despite efforts by the European Union to isolate Moscow. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Donald Trump won’t give funds to Ukraine if elected,’ says Hungarian PM Orban

Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump on Friday (Mar 8) appealed a&nbsp;US jury decision to award $83.3 million to writer E Jean Carroll in a defamation suit.

The 80-year-old columnist filed a defamation case against the former US president after he branded her a liar following her accusations of rape.

In his appeal to the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan, Trump said he would cover "all adverse orders, rulings, decrees, decisions, opinions, memoranda, conclusions, or findings" leading to the January 26 verdict.

He further disclosed that he had lined up a $91.63 million bond from Federal Insurance Co for the appeal.

The appeal originated from a Manhattan jury's finding in June 2019 that Trump had defamed Carroll, a former journalist for Elle magazine, by refuting her&nbsp;claim that he had sexually assaulted her in a Manhattan dressing room at the Bergdorf Goodman department store in the mid-1990s.

Jurors awarded Carroll $18.3 million of compensatory damages, which included $7.3 million for emotional harm and $11 million for reputational harm.&nbsp;

They also awarded her punitive damages of $65 million.

Trump has argued that he shouldn't owe anything, or as an alternative, the amounts owed should be much decreased.

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<h2>Jean Carroll vs Donald Trump case</h2>

Elizabeth Jean Carroll or E Jean Carroll is best known for being an advice columnist for Elle magazine for over 26 years.

The column mostly revolved around Carroll's view that women should not plan their lives around men.

She sued Trump in November 2019 after New York state temporarily changed laws to let adult rape victims sue their abusers over decades-old abuse.

Carroll alleged that during the mid-1990s, the then businessman had raped her in a department store dressing room in Manhattan.&nbsp;

Donald Trump has repeatedly denied raping Carroll or even knowing her back then.

He dismissed the accusations saying "she's not my type".

He also took to his social media platform Truth Social and called the writer's claims lies and "hoax".

(With inputs from agencies)

Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump on Friday (Mar 8) appealed a US jury decision to award $83.3 million to writer E Jean Carroll in a defamation suit.

Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump on Friday (Mar 8) appealed a US jury decision to award $83.3 million to writer E Jean Carroll in a defamation suit. The 80-year-old columnist filed a defamation case against the former US president after he branded her a liar following her accusations of rape. In his appeal to the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan, Trump said he would cover "all adverse orders, rulings, decrees, decisions, opinions, memoranda, conclusions, or findings" leading to the January 26 verdict. He further disclosed that he had lined up a $91.63 million bond from Federal Insurance Co for the appeal. The appeal originated from a Manhattan jury's finding in June 2019 that Trump had defamed Carroll, a former journalist for Elle magazine, by refuting her claim that he had sexually assaulted her in a Manhattan dressing room at the Bergdorf Goodman department store in the mid-1990s. Jurors awarded Carroll $18.3 million of compensatory damages, which included $7.3 million for emotional harm and $11 million for reputational harm. They also awarded her punitive damages of $65 million. Trump has argued that he shouldn't owe anything, or as an alternative, the amounts owed should be much decreased. Also read: No alien landings, no secret spaceships: Pentagon says no evidence of extraterrestrial visits to earth Jean Carroll vs Donald Trump case Elizabeth Jean Carroll or E Jean Carroll is best known for being an advice columnist for Elle magazine for over 26 years. The column mostly revolved around Carroll's view that women should not plan their lives around men. She sued Trump in November 2019 after New York state temporarily changed laws to let adult rape victims sue their abusers over decades-old abuse. Carroll alleged that during the mid-1990s, the then businessman had raped her in a department store dressing room in Manhattan. Donald Trump has repeatedly denied raping Carroll or even knowing her back then. He dismissed the accusations saying "she's not my type". He also took to his social media platform Truth Social and called the writer's claims lies and "hoax". (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump appeals $83.3mn award to E Jean Carroll in defamation case

Former US President and Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump hit out at US President Joe Biden in public rally in Georgia. Trump slammed Biden calling him a threat to democracy and accused him of weaponizing federal agencies. Watch to know more!

US Elections 2024: Trump calls Biden's state of the Union Address 'worst in history'

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In his third State of Union address, President Biden attempted to take a defiant political tone aimed at the gridlock on Congress, never missing an oppurtunity to criticise his Opposition, Trump.

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United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll.

In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease&nbsp;financial expenses on households across the country.

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Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday.&nbsp;

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Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women.&nbsp;

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Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with&nbsp;http://dhs.gov&nbsp;and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible."

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United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.

United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up. Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease financial expenses on households across the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Trump, Gaza war, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's State of the Union address 2024 Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday. 'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women. Multiple US govt website experienced brief outages, issue resolved Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with http://dhs.gov and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible." Xi urges preparation for military conflict | South-China sea can face Chinese aggression?

Morning brief: Biden's SOTU address; Trump's appeal in E. Jean Carroll case rejected; and more

US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election.

<h2>Contrasting personalities</h2>

As per excerpts released by the White House&nbsp;ahead of the November elections, Biden will seek to draw a contrast with his Republican challenger Trump.

During the speech, he will highlight his commitment to abortion rights in the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in 2022. &nbsp;

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Trump appointed three of the six conservative judges on the nine-member court and has been known to claim credit for the striking down of Roe V. Wade.

Addressing that, Biden will say, "Clearly those bragging about overturning Roe v. Wade have no clue about the power of women in America."

"But they found out when reproductive freedom was on the ballot and won in 2022, 2023, and they will find out again in 2024. If Americans send me a Congress that supports the right to choose I promise you: I will restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land again."

<h2>Freedom and Democracy</h2>

The incumbent president will also focus on the threats to democracy, he and his campaign argue Trump poses. This will include the Republican's&nbsp;repeated false claims about a rigged 2020 election and the subsequent US Capitol riots.

"My lifetime has taught me to embrace freedom and democracy. A future based on the core values that have defined America: honesty, decency, dignity, equality. To respect everyone. To give everyone a fair shot. To give hate no safe harbour," Biden will say.&nbsp;

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"Now some other people my age see a different story: an American story of resentment, revenge, and retribution. That's not me."

Here, as per Reuters, his reference to "other people my age" is an attempt to underscore that he and Trump are not that far apart in age, and are in fact both elderly. Biden has for a long time faced mockery and criticism over his advanced age.

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US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election.

US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election. Contrasting personalities As per excerpts released by the White House ahead of the November elections, Biden will seek to draw a contrast with his Republican challenger Trump. During the speech, he will highlight his commitment to abortion rights in the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in 2022. Also read | Ukraine's first lady and Alexei Navalny's wife decline Jill Biden's invitation to State of the Union address Trump appointed three of the six conservative judges on the nine-member court and has been known to claim credit for the striking down of Roe V. Wade. Addressing that, Biden will say, "Clearly those bragging about overturning Roe v. Wade have no clue about the power of women in America." "But they found out when reproductive freedom was on the ballot and won in 2022, 2023, and they will find out again in 2024. If Americans send me a Congress that supports the right to choose I promise you: I will restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land again." Freedom and Democracy The incumbent president will also focus on the threats to democracy, he and his campaign argue Trump poses. This will include the Republican's repeated false claims about a rigged 2020 election and the subsequent US Capitol riots. "My lifetime has taught me to embrace freedom and democracy. A future based on the core values that have defined America: honesty, decency, dignity, equality. To respect everyone. To give everyone a fair shot. To give hate no safe harbour," Biden will say. Also read | Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict "Now some other people my age see a different story: an American story of resentment, revenge, and retribution. That's not me." Here, as per Reuters, his reference to "other people my age" is an attempt to underscore that he and Trump are not that far apart in age, and are in fact both elderly. Biden has for a long time faced mockery and criticism over his advanced age. (With inputs from agencies)

Joe Biden to draw contrast with Donald Trump in his last State of the Union address in current term

Donald Trump's request to delay the enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday.&nbsp;

US district judge Lewis Kaplan in Manhattan gave the former president 20 days to post a bond or cash during his appeal, which, as per Reuters, is expected to challenge the jury's finding of liability and the amount of damages.

<h2>Judge Kaplan's ruling</h2>

Trump was seeking to delay the enforcement of the multimillion verdict, however, as per the report, Judge Kaplan said that he should not have waited 25 days.

He also said that Trump, who is a major candidate in the 2024 Presidential Elections, failed to show in what way he might suffer "irreparable injury" due to the requirement to post a bond.&nbsp;

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"Mr Trump's current situation is a result of his own dilatory actions," wrote the judge.

He is yet to rule on Trump's appeal to reduce the bond.

<h2>Trump campaign reacts</h2>

Trump's presidential campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung, said that Trump had "filed a timely motion to stay the ridiculous judgment."

He said that many courts recognised the importance of temporary stays to consider such motions and that they "look forward to continuing to litigate the case and to complete vindication of the truth."

<h2>Jean Carroll vs Donald Trump</h2>

Elizabeth Jean Carroll or E. Jean Carroll is best known for being an advice columnist for Elle magazine for over 26 years. The column mostly revolved around Carroll's view that women should not plan their lives around men.

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She sued Trump in November 2019 after New York state temporarily changed laws to let adult rape victims sue their abusers over decades-old abuse.&nbsp;Carroll alleged that during the mid-1990s;&nbsp;the businessman had raped her in a department store dressing room in Manhattan.&nbsp;

Donald Trump has repeatedly denied raping Carroll or even knowing her back then. He dismissed the accusation, saying "She's not my type". He also took to his social media platform 'Truth Social' and called the writer's claims lies and "hoax".

(With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump's request to delay the enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday.

Donald Trump's request to delay the enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday. US district judge Lewis Kaplan in Manhattan gave the former president 20 days to post a bond or cash during his appeal, which, as per Reuters, is expected to challenge the jury's finding of liability and the amount of damages. Judge Kaplan's ruling Trump was seeking to delay the enforcement of the multimillion verdict, however, as per the report, Judge Kaplan said that he should not have waited 25 days. He also said that Trump, who is a major candidate in the 2024 Presidential Elections, failed to show in what way he might suffer "irreparable injury" due to the requirement to post a bond. Also read | Donald Trump’s official website tries to discredit rape accuser Jean Carroll, claims she’s a sexual harasser "Mr Trump's current situation is a result of his own dilatory actions," wrote the judge. He is yet to rule on Trump's appeal to reduce the bond. Trump campaign reacts Trump's presidential campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung, said that Trump had "filed a timely motion to stay the ridiculous judgment." He said that many courts recognised the importance of temporary stays to consider such motions and that they "look forward to continuing to litigate the case and to complete vindication of the truth." Jean Carroll vs Donald Trump Elizabeth Jean Carroll or E. Jean Carroll is best known for being an advice columnist for Elle magazine for over 26 years. The column mostly revolved around Carroll's view that women should not plan their lives around men. Also read | Donald Trump’s ‘grab them by the p***y’ tape to be used in civil rape trial She sued Trump in November 2019 after New York state temporarily changed laws to let adult rape victims sue their abusers over decades-old abuse. Carroll alleged that during the mid-1990s; the businessman had raped her in a department store dressing room in Manhattan. Donald Trump has repeatedly denied raping Carroll or even knowing her back then. He dismissed the accusation, saying "She's not my type". He also took to his social media platform 'Truth Social' and called the writer's claims lies and "hoax". (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, on Wednesday (Mar 6) said he would support his party’s frontrunner Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election. This comes more than three years after the Senator for the US state of Kentucky blamed the former president for the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.&nbsp;

<h2>‘He will have my support’</h2>

“It is abundantly clear that former President Trump has earned the requisite support of Republican voters to be our nominee for President of the United States,” said McConnell&nbsp;in a statement.&nbsp;

He added, “It should come as no surprise that as nominee, he will have my support.” The Senate minority leader also highlighted the “great things” he and Trump had accomplished during his presidency, including picking three conservative justices for the Supreme Court.

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“I look forward to the opportunity of switching from playing defence against the terrible policies the Biden administration has pursued to a sustained offence geared towards making a real difference in improving the lives of the American people,” said McConnell.&nbsp;

The Senate minority leader’s endorsement reportedly came minutes after Nikki Haley, the last remaining rival for the Republican nomination against Trump, announced that she was ending her campaign.&nbsp;

Over the past few months, when asked if he would back Trump, McConnell had dodged the question saying that he would endorse the party’s eventual nominee.

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On Super Tuesday (Mar 5), 15 states held their primaries which account for more than a third of the overall GOP primary delegate count. The former US president won in 14 of the 15 states, including California and Texas, which have the most delegates.&nbsp;

<h2>Why now?</h2>

It is worth noting that even before the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol, relations between McConnell and Trump were not smooth, but they became worse after.&nbsp;

The Senate minority leader and the former president have not reportedly spoken since December 2020. The endorsement came after “lengthy discussions” over the past few months between Chris LaCivita from the Trump campaign and longtime McConnell confidant Josh Holmes, according to a report by CNN.

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“There’s no question, none, that President Trump is practically and morally responsible for provoking the events of the day. No question about it,” McConnell had said during a speech on the Senate floor after Trump was acquitted in the Senate impeachment trial.&nbsp;

He added, “The people who stormed this building believed they were acting on the wishes and instructions of their president.”&nbsp;

Last month, McConnell announced that he would step down as leader of the Republican Party in the Senate in November. The 82-year-old is the longest-serving Senate leader in history.&nbsp;

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The United States Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, on Wednesday (Mar 6) said he would support his party’s frontrunner Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election.

The United States Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, on Wednesday (Mar 6) said he would support his party’s frontrunner Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election. This comes more than three years after the Senator for the US state of Kentucky blamed the former president for the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol. ‘He will have my support’ “It is abundantly clear that former President Trump has earned the requisite support of Republican voters to be our nominee for President of the United States,” said McConnell in a statement. He added, “It should come as no surprise that as nominee, he will have my support.” The Senate minority leader also highlighted the “great things” he and Trump had accomplished during his presidency, including picking three conservative justices for the Supreme Court. WATCH | Nikki Haley quits US presidential race, paving way for Trump-Biden rematch “I look forward to the opportunity of switching from playing defence against the terrible policies the Biden administration has pursued to a sustained offence geared towards making a real difference in improving the lives of the American people,” said McConnell. The Senate minority leader’s endorsement reportedly came minutes after Nikki Haley, the last remaining rival for the Republican nomination against Trump, announced that she was ending her campaign. Over the past few months, when asked if he would back Trump, McConnell had dodged the question saying that he would endorse the party’s eventual nominee. Also Read | US Presidential Elections 2024: What’s next for Nikki Haley? On Super Tuesday (Mar 5), 15 states held their primaries which account for more than a third of the overall GOP primary delegate count. The former US president won in 14 of the 15 states, including California and Texas, which have the most delegates. Why now? It is worth noting that even before the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol, relations between McConnell and Trump were not smooth, but they became worse after. The Senate minority leader and the former president have not reportedly spoken since December 2020. The endorsement came after “lengthy discussions” over the past few months between Chris LaCivita from the Trump campaign and longtime McConnell confidant Josh Holmes, according to a report by CNN. Also Read | Veteran US politician Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican leader in Senate “There’s no question, none, that President Trump is practically and morally responsible for provoking the events of the day. No question about it,” McConnell had said during a speech on the Senate floor after Trump was acquitted in the Senate impeachment trial. He added, “The people who stormed this building believed they were acting on the wishes and instructions of their president.” Last month, McConnell announced that he would step down as leader of the Republican Party in the Senate in November. The 82-year-old is the longest-serving Senate leader in history. (With inputs from agencies)

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Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for&nbsp;migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums".

<h2>'Rough people' from 'mental institutions'</h2>

In a lengthy interview with Right Side Broadcasting Network, Trump said, "They're rough people, in many cases from jails, prisons, from mental institutions, insane asylums."

"You know, insane asylums, that’s 'Silence of the Lambs' stuff," he added.

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"Hannibal Lecter, anybody know Hannibal Lecter?" he asked a doting audience at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.

"We don't want them in this country," stressed the 2024 presidential race hopeful.

In 'The Silence of the Lambs,' Hannibal Lecter is a deranged cannibal and a serial killer.

<h2>Dehumanising for votes</h2>

NBC News reports that Trump, whose campaign motto is "Make America Great Again", further dehumanised migrants by making fun of their languages, comparing them to alien languages from planet Mars.

"We don't even have teachers of some of these languages. Who would think that? We have languages that are, like, from, from the planet Mars?" asked Trump, before answering his own questions with "Nobody, nobody knows how to, you know, speak it." 
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He also claimed that due to migrants there were no more sports in cities like New York.

"We have children that are no longer going to school. They're throwing them out of the park. There's no more Little Leagues, there's no more sports, there's no more life in New York and so many of these cities," he said.

Pouncing on this false statement, the Biden campaign on X posted a clip of the exchange which has earned Trump the mockery of netizens.

"Have the little leaguers been informed of this yet?," taunted one user, while another commented, "More like New York has ended Trump."

Trump's comments come as the presidential election race heats up in the United States. America will soon witness Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries that will play a huge part in deciding the presidential nominations for the Republican and the Democrat party. Donald Trump is the frontrunner for GOP while Joe Biden is leading the Democrats.

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Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums".

Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums". 'Rough people' from 'mental institutions' In a lengthy interview with Right Side Broadcasting Network, Trump said, "They're rough people, in many cases from jails, prisons, from mental institutions, insane asylums." "You know, insane asylums, that’s 'Silence of the Lambs' stuff," he added. Also read | Super Tuesday showdown: Trump and Biden lead the pack. Who will win presidential nominations? "Hannibal Lecter, anybody know Hannibal Lecter?" he asked a doting audience at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. "We don't want them in this country," stressed the 2024 presidential race hopeful. In 'The Silence of the Lambs,' Hannibal Lecter is a deranged cannibal and a serial killer. Dehumanising for votes NBC News reports that Trump, whose campaign motto is "Make America Great Again", further dehumanised migrants by making fun of their languages, comparing them to alien languages from planet Mars. "We don't even have teachers of some of these languages. Who would think that? We have languages that are, like, from, from the planet Mars?" asked Trump, before answering his own questions with "Nobody, nobody knows how to, you know, speak it." He also claimed that due to migrants there were no more sports in cities like New York. "We have children that are no longer going to school. They're throwing them out of the park. There's no more Little Leagues, there's no more sports, there's no more life in New York and so many of these cities," he said. Pouncing on this false statement, the Biden campaign on X posted a clip of the exchange which has earned Trump the mockery of netizens. "Have the little leaguers been informed of this yet?," taunted one user, while another commented, "More like New York has ended Trump." Trump's comments come as the presidential election race heats up in the United States. America will soon witness Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries that will play a huge part in deciding the presidential nominations for the Republican and the Democrat party. Donald Trump is the frontrunner for GOP while Joe Biden is leading the Democrats. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump rants against migrants, compares them to Hannibal Lecter and mocks their languages

California, Virginia, Minnesota and a dozen other states hold primaries across the United States on 'Super Tuesday,' with an enormous haul of delegates available for the taking. Former president Donald Trump holds an election night party for Super Tuesday at his Florida Mar-a-Lago estate.

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The United States military on Tuesday (March 5) carried out a fresh round of air drops of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza, delivering over 36,800 meals.&nbsp;

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Five members of the Special Air Service (SAS) have been arrested by British military police on the suspicions of allegedly committing war crimes during operations in Syria.

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On Super Tuesday 2024, Joe Biden and Donald Trump have secured significant wins in the GOP and Democratic primaries across several US states, setting the stage for the upcoming presidential showdown.

On Super Tuesday 2024, Joe Biden and Donald Trump have secured significant wins in the GOP and Democratic primaries across several US states, setting the stage for the upcoming presidential showdown. In the Israel-Hamas conflict, the US military has conducted its second humanitarian aid air drop to Gaza. Meanwhile, five British SAS soldiers have been arrested for alleged war crimes in Syria. Finally, Google has reversed its decision to remove Indian apps, reinstating them after facing criticism from the Indian government and local startups. Click on the headlines to read more Super Tuesday 2024 LIVE: Biden, Trump cruise to easy wins ahead of presidential showdown Super Tuesday is here, with over one-third of the total delegates up for grabs in both the GOP and Democratic primaries across more than a dozen US states. All Super Tuesday 2024 US Elections LIVE updates available here. Israel-Hamas war: US airdrops fresh round of humanitarian aid to Gaza; 36,800 meals delivered The United States military on Tuesday (March 5) carried out a fresh round of air drops of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza, delivering over 36,800 meals. Five British soldiers arrested for alleged war crimes in Syria Five members of the Special Air Service (SAS) have been arrested by British military police on the suspicions of allegedly committing war crimes during operations in Syria. Google reverses course: Relists Indian apps amid government criticism In a U-turn, Google announced its decision to reinstate Indian apps it had removed due to a billing dispute, marking a shift in stance following backlash from the Indian government and local internet startups. Watch | Russia says it strengthens military forces in Europe in response to NATO

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Super Tuesday: Donald Trump hailed his foreign policy record as former Us president and doubled down on anti-immigration rhetoric in what could be seen as the divisive presidential hopeful's appeal to his core Republican conservative support base.&nbsp;

Trump is projected to win the Republican primary race in all 16 states except Vermont where his fellow Republican opponent Nikki Haley pulled off a surprise win on Super Tuesdayy.

On the Democratic side, President Joe Biden is cruising to win the primary race in all 16 states.

While neither of the two have secured the presidential nominations, they are on course to win it for their respective parties in the coming two weeks.

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Describing Joe Biden as the "worst president in the US history", Trump echoed Adolf Hitler by saying that immigrants entering the US illegally were "poisoning the blood of our country".

"We have people coming in from such, such bad places and we are going to have to get them out. We have murderers that are being deposited into our country. We have drug dealers at the biggest highest levels that coming into our country," he said.

Trump also said that he would affectionately like to describe Covid as the "Chinese virus".

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Speaking from Mar-a-Lago in Florida, Trump decried the 'horrible, horrible withdrawal' by the US forces in Afghanistan in August 2021, and described it as a "surrender".

Speaking on his own foreign policy record, Trump hailed the Abraham Accords — a series of treaties signed in 2020 that normalise diplomatic relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco — and said he "never got his due" credit for it.&nbsp;

"I got rid of ISIS 100 per cent," Trump said, referring to Islamic State terror group, shortly after stating that during his presidential years, Washington got along "very well" with China and North Korea.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump doubles down on immigration rhetoric</h2>

"We have millions of people invading our country," through the southern border, Donald Trump said in his speech.&nbsp; "This is an invasion. This is the worst invasion probably."

"The number today could be 15 million people. And they’re coming from rough places and dangerous places," he said, without providing any evidence for the number.

(With inputs from agencies)

Super Tuesday: Donald Trump hailed his foreign policy record as former Us president and doubled down on anti-immigration rhetoric in what could be seen as the divisive presidential hopeful's appeal to his core Republican conservative support base.

Super Tuesday: Donald Trump hailed his foreign policy record as former Us president and doubled down on anti-immigration rhetoric in what could be seen as the divisive presidential hopeful's appeal to his core Republican conservative support base. Trump is projected to win the Republican primary race in all 16 states except Vermont where his fellow Republican opponent Nikki Haley pulled off a surprise win on Super Tuesdayy. On the Democratic side, President Joe Biden is cruising to win the primary race in all 16 states. While neither of the two have secured the presidential nominations, they are on course to win it for their respective parties in the coming two weeks. Also read | Super Tuesday 2024: Trump, Biden win biggest prize of night — California Describing Joe Biden as the "worst president in the US history", Trump echoed Adolf Hitler by saying that immigrants entering the US illegally were "poisoning the blood of our country". "We have people coming in from such, such bad places and we are going to have to get them out. We have murderers that are being deposited into our country. We have drug dealers at the biggest highest levels that coming into our country," he said. Trump also said that he would affectionately like to describe Covid as the "Chinese virus". Also watch | Super Tuesday: 1,439 Democratic delegates, 874 Republican delegates × Speaking from Mar-a-Lago in Florida, Trump decried the 'horrible, horrible withdrawal' by the US forces in Afghanistan in August 2021, and described it as a "surrender". Speaking on his own foreign policy record, Trump hailed the Abraham Accords — a series of treaties signed in 2020 that normalise diplomatic relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco — and said he "never got his due" credit for it. "I got rid of ISIS 100 per cent," Trump said, referring to Islamic State terror group, shortly after stating that during his presidential years, Washington got along "very well" with China and North Korea. Trump doubles down on immigration rhetoric "We have millions of people invading our country," through the southern border, Donald Trump said in his speech. "This is an invasion. This is the worst invasion probably." "The number today could be 15 million people. And they’re coming from rough places and dangerous places," he said, without providing any evidence for the number. (With inputs from agencies)

Super Tuesday: Trump decries 'horrible US surrender' in Afghanistan, doubles down on immigration rhetoric

Super Tuesday 2024 underway: Trump & Biden both win North Carolina, Virginia

Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's what to expect from the GOP Primaries</h2>

In the GOP (Grand Old Party) aka Republican primaries, Donald Trump is the clear frontrunner. As of now, Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is trailing far behind her rival Trump.

To clinch the Republican nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,215 delegates out of the overall 2,429. Haley has 43 delegates and needs another 1,172. On the other hand, Trump already has 273 (230 more than Haley) delegates and needs 942.

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As per predictions, Trump is set to win a significant number of delegates in Super Tuesday. As per Politico, "while he won't get there (to 942) on Super Tuesday alone, he'll be a lot closer when the night ends."

RealClearPolitics, which keeps track of all national polls, shows that across national polls, Trump is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average.

<h2>Here's what to expect from the Democrat Primaries</h2>

Unsurprisingly, Joe Biden is the frontrunner in the Democrat party primaries. To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979.

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Biden has already won 206 delegates and requires 1,763 more. Trailing him in second place with two delegates is 'uncommitted'.

RealClearPolitics data shows that across national polls, Biden is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average.

<h2>Which states go to primaries on Super Tuesday?</h2>

On Super Tuesday, Republican presidential primaries are being held in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia.&nbsp;

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With these, more than a third (865) of all the Republican delegates are at stake, the biggest haul of any date on the primary calendar.

It will also hold caucuses in Alaska and Utah.

On the other hand, Democrats are holding primaries in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. There are 1,420 delegates up for grabs. 
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Furthermore, the Democratic Party will hold caucuses in the US territory of American Samoa.

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Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date.

Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date. Here's what to expect from the GOP Primaries In the GOP (Grand Old Party) aka Republican primaries, Donald Trump is the clear frontrunner. As of now, Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is trailing far behind her rival Trump. To clinch the Republican nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,215 delegates out of the overall 2,429. Haley has 43 delegates and needs another 1,172. On the other hand, Trump already has 273 (230 more than Haley) delegates and needs 942. Also read | What is Super Tuesday and why does it matter? Here's all you need to know As per predictions, Trump is set to win a significant number of delegates in Super Tuesday. As per Politico, "while he won't get there (to 942) on Super Tuesday alone, he'll be a lot closer when the night ends." RealClearPolitics, which keeps track of all national polls, shows that across national polls, Trump is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average. Here's what to expect from the Democrat Primaries Unsurprisingly, Joe Biden is the frontrunner in the Democrat party primaries. To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979. Watch | Super Tuesday: Everything you need to know Biden has already won 206 delegates and requires 1,763 more. Trailing him in second place with two delegates is 'uncommitted'. RealClearPolitics data shows that across national polls, Biden is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average. Which states go to primaries on Super Tuesday? On Super Tuesday, Republican presidential primaries are being held in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia. Also read | US presidential polls 2024: Supreme Court allows Trump to remain on Colorado ballot With these, more than a third (865) of all the Republican delegates are at stake, the biggest haul of any date on the primary calendar. It will also hold caucuses in Alaska and Utah. On the other hand, Democrats are holding primaries in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. There are 1,420 delegates up for grabs. Furthermore, the Democratic Party will hold caucuses in the US territory of American Samoa. (With inputs from agencies)

Super Tuesday showdown: Trump and Biden lead the pack. Who will win presidential nominations?

US President Joe Biden and Republican frontrunner and former president Donald Trump came closer to clinching the respective presidential nominations after 15 states and one US territory cast votes on Super Tuesday. Biden easily won most contests on the Democratic side, while Donald Trump won all but the Vermont state which was claimed by his last remaining rival Nikki Haley.&nbsp;

In early results, Biden and Trump captured wins in their respective primaries in California, Virginia, North Carolina, Maine, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas, Alabama, Colorado and Minnesota.&nbsp;

Biden also won the Democratic caucus in Iowa and Vermont but lost American Samoa.

<h2>Trump 'determined to destroy democracy': Joe Biden</h2>

Both Biden and Trump took shots at each other on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;

Biden said Trump was focused on "revenge and retribution" and "determined to destroy democracy".

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"Tonight's results leave the American people with a clear choice: are we going to keep moving forward or will we allow Donald Trump to drag us backward into the chaos, division, and darkness that defined his term in office?," Biden said.

<h2>Biden 'worse president in US history': Trump</h2>

In his&nbsp;victory speech at Mar-a-Lago, Trump hailed the foreign policy record during his presidential years and doubled down on anti-immigration rhetoric.

Trump decried the 'horrible, horrible withdrawal' by the US forces in Afghanistan in August 2021, and described it as a "surrender".

"I got rid of ISIS 100 per cent," Trump said, referring to the Islamic State terror group, shortly after stating that during his presidential years, Washington got along "very well" with China and North Korea.&nbsp;

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Describing Joe Biden as the "worst president in the US history", Trump echoed Adolf Hitler by saying that immigrants entering the US illegally were "poisoning the blood of our country".

"We have people coming in from such, such bad places and we are going to have to get them out. We have murderers that are being deposited into our country. We have drug dealers at the biggest highest levels that coming into our country," he said.

Meanwhile, Haley campaign spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas said that her victory in Vermont made her the first Republican woman to win two presidential primary contests.

The result demonstrated deep fractures in the Republican party, Haley's spokesperson added.

"Unity is not achieved by simply claiming 'we're united'," she said.&nbsp;

"Today, in state after state, there remains a large block of Republican primary voters who are expressing deep concerns about Donald Trump. That is not the unity our party needs for success. Addressing those voters' concerns will make the Republican Party and America better."

(With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden and Republican frontrunner and former president Donald Trump came closer to clinching the respective presidential nominations after 15 states and one US territory cast votes on Super Tuesday.

US President Joe Biden and Republican frontrunner and former president Donald Trump came closer to clinching the respective presidential nominations after 15 states and one US territory cast votes on Super Tuesday. Biden easily won most contests on the Democratic side, while Donald Trump won all but the Vermont state which was claimed by his last remaining rival Nikki Haley. In early results, Biden and Trump captured wins in their respective primaries in California, Virginia, North Carolina, Maine, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas, Alabama, Colorado and Minnesota. Biden also won the Democratic caucus in Iowa and Vermont but lost American Samoa. Trump 'determined to destroy democracy': Joe Biden Both Biden and Trump took shots at each other on Tuesday evening. Biden said Trump was focused on "revenge and retribution" and "determined to destroy democracy". Also watch | Super Tuesday: Trump compares US to ‘third-world country’ in victory speech × "Tonight's results leave the American people with a clear choice: are we going to keep moving forward or will we allow Donald Trump to drag us backward into the chaos, division, and darkness that defined his term in office?," Biden said. Biden 'worse president in US history': Trump In his victory speech at Mar-a-Lago, Trump hailed the foreign policy record during his presidential years and doubled down on anti-immigration rhetoric. Trump decried the 'horrible, horrible withdrawal' by the US forces in Afghanistan in August 2021, and described it as a "surrender". "I got rid of ISIS 100 per cent," Trump said, referring to the Islamic State terror group, shortly after stating that during his presidential years, Washington got along "very well" with China and North Korea. Also read | Super Tuesday: Trump decries 'horrible US surrender' in Afghanistan, doubles down on immigration rhetoric Describing Joe Biden as the "worst president in the US history", Trump echoed Adolf Hitler by saying that immigrants entering the US illegally were "poisoning the blood of our country". "We have people coming in from such, such bad places and we are going to have to get them out. We have murderers that are being deposited into our country. We have drug dealers at the biggest highest levels that coming into our country," he said. Meanwhile, Haley campaign spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas said that her victory in Vermont made her the first Republican woman to win two presidential primary contests. The result demonstrated deep fractures in the Republican party, Haley's spokesperson added. "Unity is not achieved by simply claiming 'we're united'," she said. "Today, in state after state, there remains a large block of Republican primary voters who are expressing deep concerns about Donald Trump. That is not the unity our party needs for success. Addressing those voters' concerns will make the Republican Party and America better." (With inputs from agencies)

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United States (US) presidential hopeful Donald Trump on Monday (Mar 4) called for immunity for any US president after he won the Colorado ballot disqualification case at the US Supreme Court.

United States (US) presidential hopeful Donald Trump on Monday (Mar 4) called for immunity for any US president after he won the Colorado ballot disqualification case at the US Supreme Court. Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court overturned a judicial decision that had excluded Trump from Colorado's ballot under a constitutional provision involving insurrection for inciting and supporting the 2021 Capitol Hill riots. The justices unanimously reversed a December 19 decision by Colorado's top court to kick Trump off the state's Republican primary ballot on Tuesday after finding that the Constitution's 14th Amendment disqualified him from again holding public office. The ruling was issued on the eve of Super Tuesday, the day in the US presidential primary cycle when most states hold party nominating contests. Trump hails SC ruling in Colorado case Addressing the media, Trump hailed the Supreme Court's ruling. "I want to start by thanking the Supreme Court for its unanimous decision today. It was a very important decision, were very well crafted, and I think it will go a long way toward bringing our country together, which our country needs," Trump said from Mar-a-Lago. Also read | US presidential polls 2024: Supreme Court allows Trump to remain on Colorado ballot "Essentially, you cannot take somebody out of a race because an opponent would like to have it that way. And it has nothing to do with the fact that it's the leading candidate, whether it was the leading candidate or a candidate that was well down on the totem pole. You cannot take somebody out of a race," he added. "The voters can take the person out of the race very quickly. But a court shouldn't be doing that. And the Supreme Court saw that very well," the 77-year-old Republican added. 'If a president doesn't have full immunity...' "While most states were thrilled to have me, there were some that did not and they did not want that because of political reasons, they did not want that because of poll numbers. We are beating President Biden in almost every poll," he further said. Calling for immunity for a US president, Trump, the 45th president, said, "If a president doesn't have full immunity, you really don't have a president because nobody that is serving in that office will have the courage to make in many cases the right decision or it could be in some cases the wrong decision. But, they have to make decisions and they have to make them free of all terror that can be reigned upon them when they leave office or even before they leave office." Also read | Ex-Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to perjury in NY civil fraud case Hitting out at Joe Biden, Trump said that the president should not use "prosecutors and judges to go after your opponent to try and damage your opponent so you can win an election." (With inputs from agencies)

After winning Colorado ballot disqualification case, Trump calls for immunity for all US presidents

The US Supreme Court has struck down efforts by individual states to disqualify Donald Trump from running for president using an anti-insurrection constitutional clause. Colorado had barred Mr Trump from its Republican primary, arguing he incited the 2021 Capitol riot.

US Supreme Court rules on Trump's Colorado ballot ban case

US Supreme Court rules in favour of Trump in Colorado ballot ban case, to remain on ballot

Super Tuesday, on March 5, 2024, is when the largest number of states will be holding presidential primaries or caucuses. Over a third of all the available delegates for both the Republican and Democratic nominations are at stake on Super Tuesday.

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