The US Presidential race is heating up. Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is catching up to former US President Donald Trump in the polls. Haley has pulled four points of frontrunner trump in primary polls in New Hampshire. The question is could Haley become the first female and first Indian-American president of the US?

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After former Republican member Adam Kinzinger&nbsp;mentioning about Donald Trump’s body odour,&nbsp; #TrumpSmells and #TrumpStinks has started to trend&nbsp;on social media platform X.

It all started on December 16 when the 45-year-old posting on&nbsp;X urged his followers to "wear a mask" while they are around the former president.

“I’m genuinely surprised how people close to Trump haven’t talked about the odour,” he said.

“It’s truly something to behold.&nbsp;Wear a mask if you can,” he added.

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He, however, never described how Trump smelled.

The incident drew a sharp retort with Trump's spokesperson issuing a statement calling Kinzinger an "unemployed fraud" who has "disgraced his country."

The spokesperson may have been alluding&nbsp;to an incident that took place in 2019, when a fart-like noise was heard during Adam Kinzinger’s interview with Republican Eric Swalwell. The episode went viral instantly, and it was labelled "Fartgate."

Meanwhile, the post garnered attention and triggered a meme fest on social media, with many mocking how bad Trump’s body odour could have been.

Days later, hashtags #TrumpSmells and #TrumpStinks soon started flooding social media, with one user sharing a series of photos showing people near Donald Trump who are seemingly in discomfort due to a nasty smell.

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They have been trying to tell us that <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TrumpSmells?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TrumpSmells</a> the whole time. <a href="https://t.co/19UZFmjnkg">pic.twitter.com/19UZFmjnkg</a>
— Alex Cole (@acnewsitics) <a href="https://twitter.com/acnewsitics/status/1738322677784514819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Comedian Kathy Griffin also jumped in on the issue during an interview with Trump’s niece and writer Mary Trump, describing the former president scent as "like body odour with a kind of scented makeup product".

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Kathy Griffin’s description of Donald Trump causes Mary Trump to cringe on her podcast… 
 
“Donald has a distinct smell that doesn’t really get enough press.”<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TrumpSmells?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TrumpSmells</a> <a href="https://t.co/zsvzcytwdH">pic.twitter.com/zsvzcytwdH</a>
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As one user wrote, "I can't believe we didn't see it before. Everyone tried to warn us that #TrumpSmells," as they shared a video of the Japanese Prime Minister shaking hands with Donald Trump.

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I can't believe we didn't see it before. Everyone tried to warn us that <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TrumpSmells?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TrumpSmells</a> <a href="https://t.co/JanpG4CZo0">pic.twitter.com/JanpG4CZo0</a>
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Given what we’ve been hearing about <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/trumpFunk?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#trumpFunk</a> lately…maybe, just maybe, donald trump always sits like he’s on a toilet is because he’s always literally shitting in his pants. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/trumpSmells?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#trumpSmells</a> <a href="https://t.co/NmTR5jSxHv">pic.twitter.com/NmTR5jSxHv</a>
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Whereas another user accused Trump of sitting like he is "on the toilet."

"Given what we’ve been hearing about #trumpFunk lately…maybe, just maybe, Donald Trump always sits like he’s on a toilet is because he’s always literally s---ing in his pants. #trumpSmells," they wrote along with a series of photos.

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After former Republican member Adam Kinzinger mentioning about Donald Trump’s body odour, #TrumpSmells and #TrumpStinks has started to trend on social media platform X.

After former Republican member Adam Kinzinger mentioning about Donald Trump’s body odour, #TrumpSmells and #TrumpStinks has started to trend on social media platform X. It all started on December 16 when the 45-year-old posting on X urged his followers to "wear a mask" while they are around the former president. “I’m genuinely surprised how people close to Trump haven’t talked about the odour,” he said. “It’s truly something to behold. Wear a mask if you can,” he added. I’m genuinely surprised how people close to Trump haven’t talked about the odor. It’s truly something to behold. Wear a mask if you can — Adam Kinzinger (Slava Ukraini) 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇮🇱 (@AdamKinzinger) December 16, 2023 × He, however, never described how Trump smelled. The incident drew a sharp retort with Trump's spokesperson issuing a statement calling Kinzinger an "unemployed fraud" who has "disgraced his country." The spokesperson may have been alluding to an incident that took place in 2019, when a fart-like noise was heard during Adam Kinzinger’s interview with Republican Eric Swalwell. The episode went viral instantly, and it was labelled "Fartgate." Meanwhile, the post garnered attention and triggered a meme fest on social media, with many mocking how bad Trump’s body odour could have been. Days later, hashtags #TrumpSmells and #TrumpStinks soon started flooding social media, with one user sharing a series of photos showing people near Donald Trump who are seemingly in discomfort due to a nasty smell. They have been trying to tell us that #TrumpSmells the whole time. pic.twitter.com/19UZFmjnkg — Alex Cole (@acnewsitics) December 22, 2023 × Comedian Kathy Griffin also jumped in on the issue during an interview with Trump’s niece and writer Mary Trump, describing the former president scent as "like body odour with a kind of scented makeup product". Kathy Griffin’s description of Donald Trump causes Mary Trump to cringe on her podcast… “Donald has a distinct smell that doesn’t really get enough press.”#TrumpSmells pic.twitter.com/zsvzcytwdH — Christopher Webb (@cwebbonline) December 23, 2023 × As one user wrote, "I can't believe we didn't see it before. Everyone tried to warn us that #TrumpSmells," as they shared a video of the Japanese Prime Minister shaking hands with Donald Trump. I can't believe we didn't see it before. Everyone tried to warn us that #TrumpSmells pic.twitter.com/JanpG4CZo0 — Alex Cole (@acnewsitics) December 23, 2023 × Given what we’ve been hearing about #trumpFunk lately…maybe, just maybe, donald trump always sits like he’s on a toilet is because he’s always literally shitting in his pants. #trumpSmells pic.twitter.com/NmTR5jSxHv — Kenny BooYah! 🖖🏾 (@KwikWarren) December 23, 2023 × Whereas another user accused Trump of sitting like he is "on the toilet." "Given what we’ve been hearing about #trumpFunk lately…maybe, just maybe, Donald Trump always sits like he’s on a toilet is because he’s always literally s---ing in his pants. #trumpSmells," they wrote along with a series of photos. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Trump smells’, ‘Trump stinks’ trends on X after former Republican member’s dig on ex-president

US Presidential Elections 2024: Nikki Haley Vs Donald Trump

Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of longtime party front-runner and former United States president Donald Trump in a New Hampshire poll.

Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of longtime party front-runner and former United States president Donald Trump in a New Hampshire poll. According to a report by The Guardian, the poll was released on Thursday and asked voters whom they preferred in the New Hampshire presidential primary on January 23 next year. Haley earned 29 per cent support to Trump's 33 per cent. This showed that the gap between Haley and Trump was within the poll's four per cent margin of error after Trump held dominating polling leads in the race for the Republican White House nomination. Also read: Republican presidential debate: Nikki Haley clashes with Vivek Ramaswamy, calls him 'scum' Chris Christie, the former New Jersey governor was ranked third, garnering 13 per cent support. On the other hand, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis got six per cent support while Vivek Ramaswamy received 5 per cent support. Haley doubled support in New Hampshire since Sept The New Hampshire poll came a day after a poll from the Saint Anselm College New Hampshire Institute of Politics showed that Haley had doubled her support in the state since Sept. This seemingly cemented her as a clear alternate choice to Trump for Conservative voters. However, the findings of Saint Anselm's survey were more favourable to Trump showing him with a 44 per cent to 30 per cent lead over Haley, The Guardian reported. Trump's mixed reactions to New Hampshire poll The report further said that Haley's strong poll showings appear to have drawn mixed reactions from Trump. On Friday, he hit out at Haley in a post on his social media platform Truth Social. “Fake New Hampshire poll was released on Birdbrain. Just another scam!” Also read: Nikki Haley only Republican presidential aspirant who can defeat Biden: Poll On the same day, Trump spoke with radio show host Hugh Hewitt and dismissed the poll by saying it was fake. However, a report by CBS News on Friday said that Trump had been asking his allies for their thoughts about Haley as a potential vice presidential candidate.

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The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) on Friday (Dec 22) rejected to immediately decide whether former President Donald Trump enjoys immunity for crimes that he allegedly committed while being in office.

The ruling came as a setback for special counsel Jack Smith, who wanted the case to be heard in an expedited manner.

Earlier on December 1, Trump’s immunity claim was rejected by US District Judge Tanya Chutkan. This led Trump’s lawyers to appeal the decision to the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, in a bid to delay the trial.

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Responding to this move, Jack Smith&nbsp;directly approached the Supreme Court to hear the case.

However, in a one-line order, the SCOTUS declined to intervene, without providing any reason for the same.

<h2>Win for Donald Trump</h2>

The efforts being made by Trump and his team to delay the trial, set to begin in March, for as long as possible seem to be working for now.

The case will now&nbsp;wind through the appeals process, potentially delaying the trial.&nbsp;

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In August this year, Trump was indicted on election subversion charges. He is being investigated for&nbsp;alleged attempts to overturn the election leading up to the 6 January Capitol riot.

Trump appealed&nbsp;the decision, but US District Judge Tanya Chutkan&nbsp;paused the case.

<h2>Trump’s claims on immunity</h2>

Trump continues to claim that he is immune from prosecution because he was acting in his official capacity as president before and during the riot.

While reacting to the SCOTUS ruling, Trump on his Truth Social platform said the Supreme Court had rejected a "desperate attempt to short circuit our Great Constitution", adding that he was "entitled to Presidential Immunity".

<h2>Jack Smith’s argument</h2>

Jack Smith in his SCOTUS petition said that the highest court should take the matter up as it "concerned the heart of our democracy."

"The United States recognises that this is an extraordinary request," he said, adding "This is an extraordinary case."

The case presented "a fundamental question at the heart of our democracy: whether a former president is absolutely immune," he argued.

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The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) on Friday (Dec 22) rejected to immediately decide whether former President Donald Trump enjoys immunity for crimes that he allegedly committed while being in office.

The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) on Friday (Dec 22) rejected to immediately decide whether former President Donald Trump enjoys immunity for crimes that he allegedly committed while being in office. The ruling came as a setback for special counsel Jack Smith, who wanted the case to be heard in an expedited manner. Earlier on December 1, Trump’s immunity claim was rejected by US District Judge Tanya Chutkan. This led Trump’s lawyers to appeal the decision to the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, in a bid to delay the trial. Watch: US polls: Donald Trump barred from running for President in Colorado × Responding to this move, Jack Smith directly approached the Supreme Court to hear the case. However, in a one-line order, the SCOTUS declined to intervene, without providing any reason for the same. Win for Donald Trump The efforts being made by Trump and his team to delay the trial, set to begin in March, for as long as possible seem to be working for now. The case will now wind through the appeals process, potentially delaying the trial. Also read: Trump ally Rudy Giuliani files for bankruptcy In August this year, Trump was indicted on election subversion charges. He is being investigated for alleged attempts to overturn the election leading up to the 6 January Capitol riot. Trump appealed the decision, but US District Judge Tanya Chutkan paused the case. Trump’s claims on immunity Trump continues to claim that he is immune from prosecution because he was acting in his official capacity as president before and during the riot. While reacting to the SCOTUS ruling, Trump on his Truth Social platform said the Supreme Court had rejected a "desperate attempt to short circuit our Great Constitution", adding that he was "entitled to Presidential Immunity". Jack Smith’s argument Jack Smith in his SCOTUS petition said that the highest court should take the matter up as it "concerned the heart of our democracy." "The United States recognises that this is an extraordinary request," he said, adding "This is an extraordinary case." The case presented "a fundamental question at the heart of our democracy: whether a former president is absolutely immune," he argued. (With inputs from agencies)

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Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has been invited to be the chief guest at India's upcoming Republic Day celebrations. This year, India marks its 75th celebration.&nbsp;

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During an interrogation with the Israeli forces, Ahmed Kahlot, the Director of Kamal Adwan hospital, a medical facility in Gaza, has reportedly confessed that the hospital was a military base for militant group Hamas. Kahlot has also revealed that&nbsp;he is a lieutenant colonel in Hamas since 2010.

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During an interrogation with the Israeli forces, Ahmed Kahlot, the Director of Kamal Adwan hospital, a medical facility in Gaza, has reportedly confessed that the hospital was a military base for militant group Hamas.

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Former United States President Donald Trump recently came under fire for his remarks against immigrants which many have said echoes those of Adolf Hitler’s mentioned in his manifesto “Mein Kampf.” However, during a rally in the US state of Iowa, the Republican frontrunner insisted that he never even read the book, while also doubling down on his inflammatory language.

<h2>‘I never read Mein Kampf’: Trump</h2>

“It’s true that they’re destroying the blood of our country. That’s what they’re doing – they’re destroying our country,” said the former US president during a rally in Iowa&nbsp;late Tuesday (Dec 19).&nbsp;

Last week, Trump renewed his stringent immigration stance, declaring that undocumented immigrants were “poisoning the blood of our country.” The rhetoric, previously dubbed as xenophobic, sparked a firestorm of criticism over the weekend.&nbsp;

A White House spokesperson also described Trump’s comments as fascist-like and accused him of “echoing the grotesque rhetoric of fascists and violent white supremacists.”&nbsp;

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However, the former president denied any parallels and said, “I never read ‘Mein Kampf’,” adding that the Nazi leader used such language “in a much different way.”&nbsp;

Last month, President Joe Biden accused his predecessor of echoing Hitler when he described political opponents as “vermin.”

In response to Trump’s latest remarks, the reelection campaign for Biden took to X&nbsp;on Wednesday (Dec 20) and published an image noting three similar comments from Trump and statements from Hitler with the caption, “This is not a coincidence.”

The former president’s recent rhetoric was also slammed by prominent Republican figure and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell who said that Trump did not hesitate to appoint&nbsp;Elaine Chao, a Taiwanese American and McConnell's wife, to serve as secretary of Transportation in 2016. &nbsp;

“It strikes me that didn’t bother him when he appointed Elaine Chao the secretary of Transportation,” said McConnell when asked about Trump’s controversial comments.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump lashes out after Colorado ruling</h2>

In a massive blow to the Republican frontrunner’s campaign for the upcoming presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday (Dec 19) decided to bar him from appearing on the state’s ballots.&nbsp;

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The landmark decision was taken after the court ruled that Trump participated in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters and deemed he could not be an eligible presidential candidate.&nbsp;

The former president took to his social media platform, Truth Social, on Wednesday and posted a series of statements. “WHAT A SHAME FOR OUR COUNTRY!!!” Trump wrote. “A SAD DAY IN AMERICA!!!”

Trump’s campaign had previously said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority.&nbsp;

<h2>Biden responds to Colorado court ruling</h2>

In his first response to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision, Biden told reporters Wednesday there is “no question” Trump supported an insurrection on the US Capitol. “Well I think certainly it’s self-evident,” said the incumbent president.&nbsp;

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“You saw it all. Now whether the 14th Amendment applies, I’ll let the court make that decision. But he certainly supported an insurrection.” He added, “No question about it — none, zero. And he seems to be doubling down on everything.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former United States President Donald Trump recently came under fire for his remarks against immigrants which many have said echoes those of Adolf Hitler’s mentioned in his manifesto “Mein Kampf.

Former United States President Donald Trump recently came under fire for his remarks against immigrants which many have said echoes those of Adolf Hitler’s mentioned in his manifesto “Mein Kampf.” However, during a rally in the US state of Iowa, the Republican frontrunner insisted that he never even read the book, while also doubling down on his inflammatory language. ‘I never read Mein Kampf’: Trump “It’s true that they’re destroying the blood of our country. That’s what they’re doing – they’re destroying our country,” said the former US president during a rally in Iowa late Tuesday (Dec 19). Last week, Trump renewed his stringent immigration stance, declaring that undocumented immigrants were “poisoning the blood of our country.” The rhetoric, previously dubbed as xenophobic, sparked a firestorm of criticism over the weekend. A White House spokesperson also described Trump’s comments as fascist-like and accused him of “echoing the grotesque rhetoric of fascists and violent white supremacists.” ALSO READ | Trump renews hard-line stance on immigration, claims migrants 'poisoning blood' of America However, the former president denied any parallels and said, “I never read ‘Mein Kampf’,” adding that the Nazi leader used such language “in a much different way.” Last month, President Joe Biden accused his predecessor of echoing Hitler when he described political opponents as “vermin.” In response to Trump’s latest remarks, the reelection campaign for Biden took to X on Wednesday (Dec 20) and published an image noting three similar comments from Trump and statements from Hitler with the caption, “This is not a coincidence.” The former president’s recent rhetoric was also slammed by prominent Republican figure and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell who said that Trump did not hesitate to appoint Elaine Chao, a Taiwanese American and McConnell's wife, to serve as secretary of Transportation in 2016. “It strikes me that didn’t bother him when he appointed Elaine Chao the secretary of Transportation,” said McConnell when asked about Trump’s controversial comments. Trump lashes out after Colorado ruling In a massive blow to the Republican frontrunner’s campaign for the upcoming presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday (Dec 19) decided to bar him from appearing on the state’s ballots. ALSO READ | Biden slams Trump for 'fascist-like rhetoric' against migrants and 'praising dictators' The landmark decision was taken after the court ruled that Trump participated in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters and deemed he could not be an eligible presidential candidate. The former president took to his social media platform, Truth Social, on Wednesday and posted a series of statements. “WHAT A SHAME FOR OUR COUNTRY!!!” Trump wrote. “A SAD DAY IN AMERICA!!!” Trump’s campaign had previously said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority. Biden responds to Colorado court ruling In his first response to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision, Biden told reporters Wednesday there is “no question” Trump supported an insurrection on the US Capitol. “Well I think certainly it’s self-evident,” said the incumbent president. ALSO READ | Trump barred from Colorado ballot for role in January 6 attack on US Capitol “You saw it all. Now whether the 14th Amendment applies, I’ll let the court make that decision. But he certainly supported an insurrection.” He added, “No question about it — none, zero. And he seems to be doubling down on everything.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trump insists he hasn’t read Hitler’s ‘Mein Kampf’ after backlash on remarks against migrants

Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Donald Trump from primary ballot for inciting 2021 Capitol attack. Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy has pledged to withdraw from the race until Trump is allowed. What's next for Republican poster boy Trump? Senior journalist, Ray Locker answers from Washington, D.C.

US: Donald Trump to run for President despite legal troubles?

Former Mayor of New York City Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge on Wednesday (Dec 20) to immediately start paying the $148 million he owes to two former election workers in the US state of Georgia after he was found guilty of falsely accusing them of manipulating ballots after the 2020 elections&nbsp;last week.&nbsp;

<h2>What did the judge say?</h2>

The decision by Judge Beryl Howell was in response to the former Georgia election workers’ request who sued the former NYC mayor over defamation claims and sought the $148 million. &nbsp;

The mother-daughter duo, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss had argued that Giuliani would not have had the money to pay them when the 30-day waiting period on the payouts was lifted and even might&nbsp; have “conceal his assets”.&nbsp;

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The latest decision comes as Giuliani is facing a number of legal woes for his efforts to keep former President Donald Trump in office even though he lost to incumbent Joe Biden.&nbsp;

The former NYC Mayor, who is already strapped for cash, according to the latest order will not have the 30-day stay that would have delayed his payments. Freeman and Moss filed the request days after a jury in Washington DC imposed the fine.&nbsp;

In their request, the mother-daughter duo argued that Giuliani had already failed to obey other court orders in the case related to money that he owed them including women’s legal fees of over $200,000.&nbsp;

Therefore, there is “especially good reason,” lawyers for the women wrote, “to believe that defendant Giuliani intends to evade payment of the judgment by any means he can devise.”

In his 13-page order, the judge said Giuliani has proven to be an “uncooperative litigant,” and that she agreed with Freeman and Moss’ points. Howell added that throughout the case, the former NYC mayor had an “ample record” of efforts meant to conceal or hide financial assets.

<h2>What did Giuliani do?</h2>

Giuliani was found guilty by an eight-person jury in Washington DC for repeatedly defaming&nbsp;Freeman and Moss and was asked to pay $148 million in damages last week.&nbsp;

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The defamation case centres around Giuliani, then personal lawyer to the former president Donald Trump, directing his millions of social media followers to watch a video of them in a Georgia vote-counting centre and without any evidence claiming that they were manipulating ballots to make Trump lose.&nbsp;

During the trial, the women described how his claims led to a torrent of threats and racist abuse to the point where they left their home in 2021 for two months at the recommendation of the FBI.&nbsp;

The $148 million owed to Freeman and Moss includes $75 million in punitive damages, along with awards of $20 million to each of the two election workers for emotional distress and more than $16 million each for defamation.

Giuliani called the damages figure “absurd” and vowed to appeal.&nbsp;

Howell, in her order, also noted that she did not consider the amount excessive, saying that the “amount of compensatory damages for defamation awarded by the jury was nearly $10,000,000 less than the amount requested by plaintiffs for reputational harm.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Former Mayor of New York City Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge on Wednesday (Dec 20) to immediately start paying the $148 million he owes to two former election workers in the US state of Georgia after he was found guilty of falsely accusing them of manipulating ballots after the 2020 elections last week.

Former Mayor of New York City Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge on Wednesday (Dec 20) to immediately start paying the $148 million he owes to two former election workers in the US state of Georgia after he was found guilty of falsely accusing them of manipulating ballots after the 2020 elections last week. What did the judge say? The decision by Judge Beryl Howell was in response to the former Georgia election workers’ request who sued the former NYC mayor over defamation claims and sought the $148 million. The mother-daughter duo, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss had argued that Giuliani would not have had the money to pay them when the 30-day waiting period on the payouts was lifted and even might have “conceal his assets”. ALSO READ | Former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani opts not to testify in Georgia defamation trial The latest decision comes as Giuliani is facing a number of legal woes for his efforts to keep former President Donald Trump in office even though he lost to incumbent Joe Biden. The former NYC Mayor, who is already strapped for cash, according to the latest order will not have the 30-day stay that would have delayed his payments. Freeman and Moss filed the request days after a jury in Washington DC imposed the fine. In their request, the mother-daughter duo argued that Giuliani had already failed to obey other court orders in the case related to money that he owed them including women’s legal fees of over $200,000. Therefore, there is “especially good reason,” lawyers for the women wrote, “to believe that defendant Giuliani intends to evade payment of the judgment by any means he can devise.” In his 13-page order, the judge said Giuliani has proven to be an “uncooperative litigant,” and that she agreed with Freeman and Moss’ points. Howell added that throughout the case, the former NYC mayor had an “ample record” of efforts meant to conceal or hide financial assets. What did Giuliani do? Giuliani was found guilty by an eight-person jury in Washington DC for repeatedly defaming Freeman and Moss and was asked to pay $148 million in damages last week. ALSO READ | Former Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani slapped with default judgment and penalties in defamation lawsuit The defamation case centres around Giuliani, then personal lawyer to the former president Donald Trump, directing his millions of social media followers to watch a video of them in a Georgia vote-counting centre and without any evidence claiming that they were manipulating ballots to make Trump lose. During the trial, the women described how his claims led to a torrent of threats and racist abuse to the point where they left their home in 2021 for two months at the recommendation of the FBI. The $148 million owed to Freeman and Moss includes $75 million in punitive damages, along with awards of $20 million to each of the two election workers for emotional distress and more than $16 million each for defamation. Giuliani called the damages figure “absurd” and vowed to appeal. Howell, in her order, also noted that she did not consider the amount excessive, saying that the “amount of compensatory damages for defamation awarded by the jury was nearly $10,000,000 less than the amount requested by plaintiffs for reputational harm.” (With inputs from agencies)

Judge orders former Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani to immediately pay $148mn to Georgia election workers

Former pornstar Stormy Daniels is open to spending time with US President Joe Biden's troubled son Hunter Biden. Daniels, who has had previous run-ins with the first family, said the first son sounds like a 'blast' if she's ever invited to the White House.

Former pornstar Stormy Daniels is open to spending time with US President Joe Biden's troubled son Hunter Biden. Daniels, who has had previous run-ins with the first family, said the first son sounds like a 'blast' if she's ever invited to the White House. Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, has previously claimed that she and former president Donald Trump had a fling in 2006. “If I was invited, I wouldn’t say no — but would anybody? I mean, I want to check out the White House,” Daniels was quoted as saying by Page Six. “But no, I don’t know anybody in there. I’ve had no communications. Although, oh God, here I go again, I’m going to get myself in trouble, Hunter seems like he’d be fun to party with!” Daniels wanting to spend time with Hunter comes a couple of weeks after the Department of Justice filed fresh criminal charges against the latter. As per an indictment filed in US District Court in Central California, Hunter was charged with three felony and six misdemeanour tax offences. If convicted, he would face up to 17 years in prison. "The Defendant engaged in a four-year scheme to not pay at least $1.4 million in self-assessed federal taxes he owed for tax years 2016 through 2019," the indictment read. However, Daniels stuck for Hunter saying anyone in his position would have done the same. “Everybody’s like, ‘Oh my God, he didn’t pay his taxes, he used [his money] on hookers and blow.’ I’m like, ‘Like you wouldn’t do the exact same thing if you thought you could get away with it,'” she said. WATCH | Stormy Daniels says Donald Trump shouldn't go to jail in Hush money case Stormy Daniels hush-money case Trump is accused of having sex with Daniels right after ex-first lady Melania Trump gave birth to their son Barron. Trump is alleged to have falsified records to conceal reimbursements to his then-lawyer Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment to Daniels to silence her about their alleged sexual encounters. Trump has pleaded not guilty in the case and maintains that he did not have an affair with Daniels. ALSO READ | Trump shushes reporter, throws his phone and kicks him out of plane: Report At the time the alleged affair happened, Daniels was an established adult entertainment actress and a director. She even had several awards to her name. The criminal trial for Trump is scheduled for March 25, 2024, when he will be in the middle of his presidential campaign. (With inputs from agencies)

After Trump, ex-porn star Stormy Daniels wants to party with Hunter Biden: 'He'll be fun'

US: Trump legal team appeals US top court against Colarado ruling, appeals ineligibility in ruling

Colorado Supreme Court judges—who ruled against Donald Trump, prohibiting him from contesting in the state's primary next year citing his role in the Jan 6 attacks—have been receiving online threats, according to a report.

The report by Advance Democracy, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organisation that conducts public interest research, has claimed to have found "significant violent rhetoric" against the justices and Democrats on the Trump-owned social media platform Truth Social.

They found that some social media users posted justices' email addresses, phone numbers and office building addresses, reports NBC News.

<h2>Online vitriol by Trump's supporters</h2>

"This ends when we kill these f--kers," a user wrote on a pro-Trump forum that was used by several Jan. 6 rioters.

"What do you call 7 justices from the Colorado Supreme Court at the bottom of the ocean?" asked another user. "A good start."

Many of the online hate posts had details about the methods that can be used to kill Trump’s so-called enemies.

Speaking to NBC News, President of the Advance Democracy Daniel J Jones expressed concerns over the consistency of the violent threats and rhetoric being used against the judges.

“We are seeing significant violent language and threats being made against the Colorado justices and others perceived to be behind yesterday’s Colorado Supreme Court ruling," Jones, a former FBI investigator and staffer for the Senate Intelligence Committee, said in a statement.

"The normalisation of this type of violent rhetoric — and lack of remedial action by social media entities — is cause for significant concern," he said.

"Trump’s statements, which have sought to delegitimize and politicize the actions of the courts, is serving as a key driver of the violent rhetoric. Political leaders on both sides of the political aisle need to speak out against these calls for violence, and social media platforms need to reassess their role in hosting and promoting this rhetoric.”

<h2>Donald Trump reacts</h2>

The former president slammed the ruling on Truth Social, saying, “WHAT A SHAME FOR OUR COUNTRY!!! A SAD DAY IN AMERICA!!!”

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Trump’s campaign had previously said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority.&nbsp;

<h2>Biden responds to Colorado court ruling</h2>

In his first response to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision, Biden told reporters Wednesday there is “no question” Trump supported an insurrection on the US Capitol. “Well I think certainly it’s self-evident,” said the incumbent president.&nbsp;

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“You saw it all. Now whether the 14th Amendment applies, I’ll let the court make that decision. But he certainly supported an insurrection.” He added, “No question about it — none, zero. And he seems to be doubling down on everything.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Colorado Supreme Court judges—who ruled against Donald Trump, prohibiting him from contesting in the state's primary next year citing his role in the Jan 6 attacks—have been receiving online threats, according to a report.

Colorado Supreme Court judges—who ruled against Donald Trump, prohibiting him from contesting in the state's primary next year citing his role in the Jan 6 attacks—have been receiving online threats, according to a report. The report by Advance Democracy, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organisation that conducts public interest research, has claimed to have found "significant violent rhetoric" against the justices and Democrats on the Trump-owned social media platform Truth Social. They found that some social media users posted justices' email addresses, phone numbers and office building addresses, reports NBC News. Online vitriol by Trump's supporters "This ends when we kill these f--kers," a user wrote on a pro-Trump forum that was used by several Jan. 6 rioters. "What do you call 7 justices from the Colorado Supreme Court at the bottom of the ocean?" asked another user. "A good start." Many of the online hate posts had details about the methods that can be used to kill Trump’s so-called enemies. Speaking to NBC News, President of the Advance Democracy Daniel J Jones expressed concerns over the consistency of the violent threats and rhetoric being used against the judges. “We are seeing significant violent language and threats being made against the Colorado justices and others perceived to be behind yesterday’s Colorado Supreme Court ruling," Jones, a former FBI investigator and staffer for the Senate Intelligence Committee, said in a statement. "The normalisation of this type of violent rhetoric — and lack of remedial action by social media entities — is cause for significant concern," he said. "Trump’s statements, which have sought to delegitimize and politicize the actions of the courts, is serving as a key driver of the violent rhetoric. Political leaders on both sides of the political aisle need to speak out against these calls for violence, and social media platforms need to reassess their role in hosting and promoting this rhetoric.” Donald Trump reacts The former president slammed the ruling on Truth Social, saying, “WHAT A SHAME FOR OUR COUNTRY!!! A SAD DAY IN AMERICA!!!” Also read | Trump insists he hasn’t read Hitler’s ‘Mein Kampf’ after backlash on remarks against migrants Trump’s campaign had previously said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority. Biden responds to Colorado court ruling In his first response to the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision, Biden told reporters Wednesday there is “no question” Trump supported an insurrection on the US Capitol. “Well I think certainly it’s self-evident,” said the incumbent president. Also read | ‘Attacks against Canada won’t make problem go away’, says Trudeau, cites 'tonal shift' on India’s part “You saw it all. Now whether the 14th Amendment applies, I’ll let the court make that decision. But he certainly supported an insurrection.” He added, “No question about it — none, zero. And he seems to be doubling down on everything.” (With inputs from agencies)

Colorado Supreme Court judges receiving online hate after ruling against Donald Trump: Report

Donald Trump will appeal a verdict finding him ineligible for Colorado primary ballots, and his odds with the conservative-dominated US Supreme Court are good. However, he is fighting many legal challenges at the same time.

Trump all set to run for US president despite legal troubles?

In a massive blow to Republican frontrunner Donald Trump's campaign for the upcoming United States presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court&nbsp;on Tuesday (Dec 19) barred him from appearing on the state’s ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters.&nbsp;

The landmark decision that has deemed that the former president is not an eligible presidential candidate, has been placed on hold pending appeal until next month and does not apply to states outside Colorado.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority. Three of them had been appointed by the former president.&nbsp;

<h2>What did the Colorado court rule?</h2>

The 4-3 ruling from the state’s top court makes Trump the first presidential candidate in US history to be deemed ineligible for the White House under a rarely used provision of the American Constitution that bars officials who have engaged in “insurrection or rebellion” from holding office.

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While the ruling applies only to Colorado’s March 5 Republican primary, it could affect Trump’s status in the state for the general elections on November 5.&nbsp;

“We do not reach these conclusions lightly. We are mindful of the magnitude and weight of the questions now before us,” the justices wrote in their ruling.&nbsp;

They added, “We are likewise mindful of our solemn duty to apply the law, without fear or favor, and without being swayed by public reaction to the decisions that the law mandates we reach.”&nbsp;

The Colorado Supreme Court’s decision does not go into effect until at least January 4, 2024.

The recent verdict which invokes Section 3 of the US Constitution’s 14th Amendment for the first time to disqualify a presidential candidate also reverses an earlier ruling from a Colorado judge who said that the insurrection ban did not apply to presidents since it does not explicitly name them.

This was after the lower court had established that the former president had participated in the insurrection at the US Capitol by inciting his supporters to violence but said that as president, Trump was not an “officer of the United States” who could be disqualified under the amendment.

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Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington brought the case against the Republican frontrunner on behalf of a group of Colorado voters. The advocacy group’s president Noah Bookbinder called the court’s decision “not only historic and justified, but is necessary to protect the future of democracy in our country.”

<h2>‘Completely flawed’</h2>

Trump’s campaign, in a swift response, called the decision by the Colorado Supreme Court “undemocratic”.&nbsp;

“The Colorado Supreme Court issued a completely flawed decision tonight and we will swiftly file an appeal to the United States Supreme Court,” said a spokesperson from the Trump campaign.

<h2>Vivek Ramaswamy pledges to ‘withdraw’ from Colorado ballot</h2>

Republican White House hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy has pledged to withdraw from the GOP primary ballot in Colorado after the state Supreme Court’s decision.&nbsp;

Ramaswamy took to X and called the decision an “unconstitutional maneuver” and called on fellow candidates in the GOP presidential primary to withdraw as well.&nbsp;

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“I pledge to withdraw from the Colorado GOP primary unless Trump is also allowed to be on the state’s ballot, and I demand that Ron DeSantis, Chris Christie, and Nikki Haley to do the same immediately — or else they are tacitly endorsing this illegal maneuver which will have disastrous consequences for our country,” Ramaswamy said in a statement on X. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

In a massive blow to Republican frontrunner Donald Trump's campaign for the upcoming United States presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday (Dec 19) barred him from appearing on the state’s ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters.

In a massive blow to Republican frontrunner Donald Trump's campaign for the upcoming United States presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday (Dec 19) barred him from appearing on the state’s ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters. The landmark decision that has deemed that the former president is not an eligible presidential candidate, has been placed on hold pending appeal until next month and does not apply to states outside Colorado. Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign said it would “swiftly file an appeal” to the US Supreme Court, where conservatives hold a six to three majority. Three of them had been appointed by the former president. What did the Colorado court rule? The 4-3 ruling from the state’s top court makes Trump the first presidential candidate in US history to be deemed ineligible for the White House under a rarely used provision of the American Constitution that bars officials who have engaged in “insurrection or rebellion” from holding office. ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says Trump presidency could have 'strong impact' on war While the ruling applies only to Colorado’s March 5 Republican primary, it could affect Trump’s status in the state for the general elections on November 5. “We do not reach these conclusions lightly. We are mindful of the magnitude and weight of the questions now before us,” the justices wrote in their ruling. They added, “We are likewise mindful of our solemn duty to apply the law, without fear or favor, and without being swayed by public reaction to the decisions that the law mandates we reach.” The Colorado Supreme Court’s decision does not go into effect until at least January 4, 2024. The recent verdict which invokes Section 3 of the US Constitution’s 14th Amendment for the first time to disqualify a presidential candidate also reverses an earlier ruling from a Colorado judge who said that the insurrection ban did not apply to presidents since it does not explicitly name them. This was after the lower court had established that the former president had participated in the insurrection at the US Capitol by inciting his supporters to violence but said that as president, Trump was not an “officer of the United States” who could be disqualified under the amendment. ALSO READ | Trump would place loyalists in Pentagon, State Department to reshape US foreign policy: Report Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington brought the case against the Republican frontrunner on behalf of a group of Colorado voters. The advocacy group’s president Noah Bookbinder called the court’s decision “not only historic and justified, but is necessary to protect the future of democracy in our country.” ‘Completely flawed’ Trump’s campaign, in a swift response, called the decision by the Colorado Supreme Court “undemocratic”. “The Colorado Supreme Court issued a completely flawed decision tonight and we will swiftly file an appeal to the United States Supreme Court,” said a spokesperson from the Trump campaign. Vivek Ramaswamy pledges to ‘withdraw’ from Colorado ballot Republican White House hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy has pledged to withdraw from the GOP primary ballot in Colorado after the state Supreme Court’s decision. Ramaswamy took to X and called the decision an “unconstitutional maneuver” and called on fellow candidates in the GOP presidential primary to withdraw as well. ALSO READ | Explained | Trump says he won’t be a dictator if he becomes president. American media, lawmakers say otherwise “I pledge to withdraw from the Colorado GOP primary unless Trump is also allowed to be on the state’s ballot, and I demand that Ron DeSantis, Chris Christie, and Nikki Haley to do the same immediately — or else they are tacitly endorsing this illegal maneuver which will have disastrous consequences for our country,” Ramaswamy said in a statement on X. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump barred from Colorado ballot for role in January 6 attack on US Capitol

Donald Trump barred from Colorado ballot for role in attack on US Capitol

Legal troubles continue for former US President Donald Trump. A judge targeted the credibility of an expert witness fielded by Trump in his New York civil fraud trial.

US judge criticises Trump's expert witness, charged $1350 per hour on the case

With the United States presidential elections less than a year away, Republican frontrunner Donald Trump is once again making headlines as he plans to fundamentally alter America’s relationship with the rest of the world, including&nbsp;sending armed forces into Mexico and imposing tariffs on allies and foes alike.&nbsp;

Trump, who earlier this month said that he won’t be a dictator <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-trump-says-he-wont-be-a-dictator-if-he-becomes-president-american-media-lawmakers-say-otherwise-666905">“except on day one,”</a> might install loyalists, whose primary allegiance would be to him, in key positions in the Pentagon, State Department and CIA, that is if he wins a second term, reported Reuters citing nearly 20 current and former aides and diplomats.&nbsp;

If realised, the Republican frontrunner would reportedly have much more freedom than his first presidency to enact isolationist policies and whims. Not to mention, the sweeping changes in the US’ stance on a number of issues, including the Russia-Ukraine war, and trade with China.&nbsp;

<h2>What does Trump plan on doing?</h2>

Amid his ongoing campaign trail for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-four-reasons-why-donald-trump-might-win-2024-presidential-elections-669267">upcoming elections</a>, Trump has proposed a series of changes to America’s foreign policies, including rethinking the US-led military alliance NATO’s “purpose” and “mission”. He had also cut funding to NATO during his presidency,&nbsp;saying that America was paying more than its fair share.&nbsp;

The Republican frontrunner said that under his presidency he would ask Europe to reimburse the US for “almost $200 billion” worth of munitions sent to Ukraine. So far, the US Congress has approved $113 billion in aid to Ukraine since the beginning of Russia’s invasion.&nbsp;

He has also repeatedly claimed that if he were the president he would have the conflict resolved in 24 hours, without proposing any tangible solutions.&nbsp;

Trump recently also renewed his frequent threats to implement major new tariffs or trade restrictions on China and some European allies. He recently proposed the imposition of the trade act which would ramp up retaliatory tariffs on countries.&nbsp;

During an interview, in August, he suggested a 10 per cent universal tariff which would effectively disrupt international markets. Trump has also called for an end to China’s inclusion in America’s most favoured nation list which typically lowers trade barriers between nations.&nbsp;

If he returns to power, he will waste little time cutting defence aid to Europe and further shrinking economic ties with China, his aides told Reuters.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump’s personal vs presidential policies</h2>

During his presidency between 2017 and 2021, Trump <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-anti-immigrant-remarks-praise-of-dictators-garners-criticism-670788">often complained</a> about his struggle to impose his impulsive and erratic vision on the US national security establishment and repeatedly voiced his frustration against top officials who would delay or talk him out of some of his schemes.&nbsp;

In his memoir, Former Defence Secretary Mark Esper said that he had to twice raise objections to the former president’s suggestion of missile strikes on drug cartels in Mexico.&nbsp;

Recently, the Republican frontrunner has also said that he would designate drug cartels operating in Mexico as foreign terrorist organisations and ask the Pentagon to “make appropriate use of special forces” to attack cartel leadership and infrastructure, a plan which is unlikely to be approved by the Mexican government.&nbsp;

“President Trump came to realize that personnel is policy,” said Robert O’Brien, Trump’s fourth and final national security adviser, adding that towards the end of his presidency, “there were a lot of people that were interested in implementing their own policies, not the president’s policies.”

If he wins a second term, having more loyalists in top offices would allow Trump to advance his foreign policy priorities faster and more efficiently, reported Reuters citing the current and former aides.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

With the United States presidential elections less than a year away, Republican frontrunner Donald Trump is once again making headlines as he plans to fundamentally alter America’s relationship with the rest of the world, including sending armed forces into Mexico and imposing tariffs on allies and foes alike.

With the United States presidential elections less than a year away, Republican frontrunner Donald Trump is once again making headlines as he plans to fundamentally alter America’s relationship with the rest of the world, including sending armed forces into Mexico and imposing tariffs on allies and foes alike. Trump, who earlier this month said that he won’t be a dictator “except on day one,” might install loyalists, whose primary allegiance would be to him, in key positions in the Pentagon, State Department and CIA, that is if he wins a second term, reported Reuters citing nearly 20 current and former aides and diplomats. If realised, the Republican frontrunner would reportedly have much more freedom than his first presidency to enact isolationist policies and whims. Not to mention, the sweeping changes in the US’ stance on a number of issues, including the Russia-Ukraine war, and trade with China. What does Trump plan on doing? Amid his ongoing campaign trail for the upcoming elections, Trump has proposed a series of changes to America’s foreign policies, including rethinking the US-led military alliance NATO’s “purpose” and “mission”. He had also cut funding to NATO during his presidency, saying that America was paying more than its fair share. The Republican frontrunner said that under his presidency he would ask Europe to reimburse the US for “almost $200 billion” worth of munitions sent to Ukraine. So far, the US Congress has approved $113 billion in aid to Ukraine since the beginning of Russia’s invasion. He has also repeatedly claimed that if he were the president he would have the conflict resolved in 24 hours, without proposing any tangible solutions. Trump recently also renewed his frequent threats to implement major new tariffs or trade restrictions on China and some European allies. He recently proposed the imposition of the trade act which would ramp up retaliatory tariffs on countries. During an interview, in August, he suggested a 10 per cent universal tariff which would effectively disrupt international markets. Trump has also called for an end to China’s inclusion in America’s most favoured nation list which typically lowers trade barriers between nations. If he returns to power, he will waste little time cutting defence aid to Europe and further shrinking economic ties with China, his aides told Reuters. Trump’s personal vs presidential policies During his presidency between 2017 and 2021, Trump often complained about his struggle to impose his impulsive and erratic vision on the US national security establishment and repeatedly voiced his frustration against top officials who would delay or talk him out of some of his schemes. In his memoir, Former Defence Secretary Mark Esper said that he had to twice raise objections to the former president’s suggestion of missile strikes on drug cartels in Mexico. Recently, the Republican frontrunner has also said that he would designate drug cartels operating in Mexico as foreign terrorist organisations and ask the Pentagon to “make appropriate use of special forces” to attack cartel leadership and infrastructure, a plan which is unlikely to be approved by the Mexican government. “President Trump came to realize that personnel is policy,” said Robert O’Brien, Trump’s fourth and final national security adviser, adding that towards the end of his presidency, “there were a lot of people that were interested in implementing their own policies, not the president’s policies.” If he wins a second term, having more loyalists in top offices would allow Trump to advance his foreign policy priorities faster and more efficiently, reported Reuters citing the current and former aides. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump would place loyalists in Pentagon, State Department to reshape US foreign policy: Report

Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Sunday (December 17) he plans the "largest deportation in American history" if reelected in 2024.

Donald Trump plans largest deportation in "history of America" if he is reelected

Republican frontrunner Donald Trump now has the largest-ever lead over president Joe Biden. Less than a year before election day, polls show Trump leading Biden in key swing states that are likely to decide the 2024 election. They indicate that Trump is in a strong position to recapture the White House. Have these polls led former President Barack Obama to fear that Biden could lose his re-election bid?

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Former US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his pledge to be tough on immigration. Speaking at a rally in Nevada, he promised the largest deportation operation in American history.

Trump plans 'largest deportation operation in American history'

US: Former President Trump doubles down on tough immigration, plans 'largest deportation in history'

The incumbent United States President Joe Biden’s administration, on Sunday (Dec 17) condemned former President Donald Trump for what they described as fascist-like rhetoric after he said undocumented immigrants are <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-renews-hard-line-stance-on-immigration-claims-migrants-poisoning-blood-of-america-670420">“poisoning the blood of our country”</a>. Trump was also accused of “praising dictators” when he quoted Russian President Vladimir Putin at a rally.&nbsp;

The remarks by the former president were made at a rally in the US state of New Hampshire, on Saturday (Dec 16) which will vote on a Republican candidate to face Democrat Biden for the upcoming 2024 presidential election.&nbsp;

<h2>White House responds to Trump’s remarks</h2>

“Echoing the grotesque rhetoric of fascists and violent white supremacists and threatening to oppress those who disagree with the government are dangerous attacks on the dignity and rights of all Americans, on our democracy, and on public safety,” said White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates.&nbsp;

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He added, “It’s the opposite of everything we stand for as Americans.” White House also condemned Trump for trying to “tear Americans apart with hate and cruelty” and said Biden believes “our leaders have a responsibility to bring the country together around our shared values.”

This comes a day after the Biden campaign took a shot at Trump’s remarks at the rally and compared them to those of Adolf Hitler.&nbsp;

“Tonight Donald Trump channeled his role models as he parroted Adolf Hitler, praised Kim Jong Un, and quoted Vladimir Putin while running for president on a promise to rule as a dictator and threaten American democracy,” said Biden-Harris campaign spokesperson Ammar Moussa, on Saturday.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric</h2>

While Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric about immigrants is nothing new, it does come days after he said that he would act on immigration – one of the most divisive issues in the US – like a “dictator” but <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-trump-says-he-wont-be-a-dictator-if-he-becomes-president-american-media-lawmakers-say-otherwise-666905">in his words</a>, only on the first day if he becomes the president.&nbsp;

“They poisoning the blood of our country,” said Trump during the rally, adding that immigrants are flooding the US from Asia and Africa, in addition to South America.&nbsp;

The rhetoric, previously criticised as xenophobic, resurfaced during a fiery rally in Durham where he addressed a crowd of several thousand supporters.&nbsp;

“When they let, I think the real number is 15, 16 million people, into our country, when they do that, we got a lot of work to do,” said Trump, without giving evidence for the numbers. He also went on to quote Putin, who had previously praised for the invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;

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“Even Vladimir Putin...says that Biden’s – and this is a quote – politically motivated persecution of his political rival is very good for Russia, because it shows the rottenness of the American political system,” said the former president.&nbsp;

Trump also reportedly praised Hungary’s authoritarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un in his remarks.

<h2>‘He’s becoming crazier’</h2>

The Republican frontrunner was also criticised by members of his own party, including former New Jersey governor and White House hopeful Chris Christie. “He’s becoming crazier,” he told CNN.&nbsp;

He added, “We can’t beat Joe Biden with someone who talks that way about immigrants to this country.” Christie, who has emerged as Trump’s most outspoken critic, also accused him of “dog-whistling to Americans who feel under stress and strain from the economy and conflicts around the world.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The incumbent United States President Joe Biden’s administration, on Sunday (Dec 17) condemned former President Donald Trump for what they described as fascist-like rhetoric after he said undocumented immigrants are “poisoning the blood of our country”.

The incumbent United States President Joe Biden’s administration, on Sunday (Dec 17) condemned former President Donald Trump for what they described as fascist-like rhetoric after he said undocumented immigrants are “poisoning the blood of our country”. Trump was also accused of “praising dictators” when he quoted Russian President Vladimir Putin at a rally. The remarks by the former president were made at a rally in the US state of New Hampshire, on Saturday (Dec 16) which will vote on a Republican candidate to face Democrat Biden for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. White House responds to Trump’s remarks “Echoing the grotesque rhetoric of fascists and violent white supremacists and threatening to oppress those who disagree with the government are dangerous attacks on the dignity and rights of all Americans, on our democracy, and on public safety,” said White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates. ALSO READ | Two shootings in Texas, one scare in Florida mark weekend for Americans He added, “It’s the opposite of everything we stand for as Americans.” White House also condemned Trump for trying to “tear Americans apart with hate and cruelty” and said Biden believes “our leaders have a responsibility to bring the country together around our shared values.” This comes a day after the Biden campaign took a shot at Trump’s remarks at the rally and compared them to those of Adolf Hitler. “Tonight Donald Trump channeled his role models as he parroted Adolf Hitler, praised Kim Jong Un, and quoted Vladimir Putin while running for president on a promise to rule as a dictator and threaten American democracy,” said Biden-Harris campaign spokesperson Ammar Moussa, on Saturday. Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric While Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric about immigrants is nothing new, it does come days after he said that he would act on immigration – one of the most divisive issues in the US – like a “dictator” but in his words, only on the first day if he becomes the president. “They poisoning the blood of our country,” said Trump during the rally, adding that immigrants are flooding the US from Asia and Africa, in addition to South America. The rhetoric, previously criticised as xenophobic, resurfaced during a fiery rally in Durham where he addressed a crowd of several thousand supporters. “When they let, I think the real number is 15, 16 million people, into our country, when they do that, we got a lot of work to do,” said Trump, without giving evidence for the numbers. He also went on to quote Putin, who had previously praised for the invasion of Ukraine. ALSO READ | 'No place for Islam in Europe, compatibility problem,' says Italy's Giorgia Meloni “Even Vladimir Putin...says that Biden’s – and this is a quote – politically motivated persecution of his political rival is very good for Russia, because it shows the rottenness of the American political system,” said the former president. Trump also reportedly praised Hungary’s authoritarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un in his remarks. ‘He’s becoming crazier’ The Republican frontrunner was also criticised by members of his own party, including former New Jersey governor and White House hopeful Chris Christie. “He’s becoming crazier,” he told CNN. He added, “We can’t beat Joe Biden with someone who talks that way about immigrants to this country.” Christie, who has emerged as Trump’s most outspoken critic, also accused him of “dog-whistling to Americans who feel under stress and strain from the economy and conflicts around the world.” (With inputs from agencies)

Biden slams Trump for 'fascist-like rhetoric' against migrants and 'praising dictators'

A new study suggests that genetic materials from our Neanderthal ancestors may be responsible for our habit of waking up early. For the results, published in the journal Genome Biology and Evolution on December 14, researchers combined the ancient DNA of Neanderthals, large-scale genetic studies in modern humans, and artificial intelligence for the study.&nbsp;

Experts often study the archaeological evidence of Neanderthals and learn about their life and our history. Scientists have previously established that around 700,000 years ago, our lineages split apart, most likely in Africa.&nbsp;

The modern humans largely stayed in Africa and the Neanderthal lineage migrated into Eurasia, where they encountered diverse new environments.&nbsp;

They experienced higher latitudes with greater seasonal variation in daylight and temperature — all of it impacted their way of living.&nbsp;

The population split in two about 400,000 years ago with hominins spreading west becoming Neanderthals and their cousins to the east becoming a group known as Denisovans.&nbsp;

Former studies have found that the two groups lived for hundreds of thousands of years, but about 40,000 years ago, they disappeared from the fossil record. &nbsp;

By then, modern humans had expanded out of Africa, sometimes even interbreeding with Neanderthals and Denisovans. And the fragments of their DNA can be found in most living humans even today.&nbsp;

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Now, a team of researchers at Vanderbilt University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of California San Francisco studied genetic data from a catalogue of hundreds of thousands of people in the United Kingdom.&nbsp;

For the study, they performed a genome-wide association study (GWAS) to look for traits linked to the habit of waking up early in the morning.&nbsp;

Notably, the process of GWAS helps scientists to identify genes associated with a particular disease, or another trait.&nbsp;

Earlier, the experts have noted that this particular method studies the entire set of DNA of a large group of people, searching for small variations, called single nucleotide polymorphisms or SNPs.&nbsp;

The researchers have inferred differences in circadian gene sequences, splicing, and regulation between archaic hominins and modern humans.&nbsp;

They identified 28 circadian genes containing variants with the potential to alter splicing in archaics and 16 circadian genes likely divergently regulated between present-day humans and archaic hominins.&nbsp;

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The study said, "These differences suggest the potential for introgression to modify circadian gene expression."&nbsp;

The study has compared associations to the genomes derived from three ancient hominins, which have been previously published by scientists.&nbsp;

The genomes have been derived from a 120,000-year-old Neanderthal, a 72,000-year-old Denisovan found in the mountains of Mongolia, and a 52,000-year-old Neanderthal from modern-day Croatia.&nbsp;

The researchers have found that many introgressed variants with effects on sleep preference. They found that these variants consistently increase "morningness". The study indicated a directional effect on the trait, and it is also consistent with adaptations to high latitudes observed in other animals.&nbsp;

Lead author John A Capra from the University of California at San Francisco, said, "By analysing the bits of Neanderthal DNA that remain in modern human genomes we discovered a striking trend: many of them have effects on the control of circadian genes in modern humans and these effects are predominantly in a consistent direction of increasing propensity to be a morning person."&nbsp;

"This change is consistent with the effects of living at higher latitudes on the circadian clocks of animals and likely enables more rapid alignment of the circadian clock with changing seasonal light patterns," Capra added.&nbsp;

A new study suggests that genetic materials from our Neanderthal ancestors may be responsible for our habit of waking up early. For the results, published in the journal Genome Biology and Evolution on December 14, researchers combined the ancient DNA of Neanderthals, large-scale genetic studies in modern humans, and artificial intelligence for the study.

A new study suggests that genetic materials from our Neanderthal ancestors may be responsible for our habit of waking up early. For the results, published in the journal Genome Biology and Evolution on December 14, researchers combined the ancient DNA of Neanderthals, large-scale genetic studies in modern humans, and artificial intelligence for the study. Experts often study the archaeological evidence of Neanderthals and learn about their life and our history. Scientists have previously established that around 700,000 years ago, our lineages split apart, most likely in Africa. The modern humans largely stayed in Africa and the Neanderthal lineage migrated into Eurasia, where they encountered diverse new environments. They experienced higher latitudes with greater seasonal variation in daylight and temperature — all of it impacted their way of living. The population split in two about 400,000 years ago with hominins spreading west becoming Neanderthals and their cousins to the east becoming a group known as Denisovans. Former studies have found that the two groups lived for hundreds of thousands of years, but about 40,000 years ago, they disappeared from the fossil record. By then, modern humans had expanded out of Africa, sometimes even interbreeding with Neanderthals and Denisovans. And the fragments of their DNA can be found in most living humans even today. Also read: Evolution for lust? Male sea snakes have big eyes to ogle at opposite sex Now, a team of researchers at Vanderbilt University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of California San Francisco studied genetic data from a catalogue of hundreds of thousands of people in the United Kingdom. For the study, they performed a genome-wide association study (GWAS) to look for traits linked to the habit of waking up early in the morning. Notably, the process of GWAS helps scientists to identify genes associated with a particular disease, or another trait. Earlier, the experts have noted that this particular method studies the entire set of DNA of a large group of people, searching for small variations, called single nucleotide polymorphisms or SNPs. The researchers have inferred differences in circadian gene sequences, splicing, and regulation between archaic hominins and modern humans. They identified 28 circadian genes containing variants with the potential to alter splicing in archaics and 16 circadian genes likely divergently regulated between present-day humans and archaic hominins. Also read: Trusty ol' Hubble Space Telescope is working again after NASA fixes problem The study said, "These differences suggest the potential for introgression to modify circadian gene expression." The study has compared associations to the genomes derived from three ancient hominins, which have been previously published by scientists. The genomes have been derived from a 120,000-year-old Neanderthal, a 72,000-year-old Denisovan found in the mountains of Mongolia, and a 52,000-year-old Neanderthal from modern-day Croatia. The researchers have found that many introgressed variants with effects on sleep preference. They found that these variants consistently increase "morningness". The study indicated a directional effect on the trait, and it is also consistent with adaptations to high latitudes observed in other animals. Lead author John A Capra from the University of California at San Francisco, said, "By analysing the bits of Neanderthal DNA that remain in modern human genomes we discovered a striking trend: many of them have effects on the control of circadian genes in modern humans and these effects are predominantly in a consistent direction of increasing propensity to be a morning person." "This change is consistent with the effects of living at higher latitudes on the circadian clocks of animals and likely enables more rapid alignment of the circadian clock with changing seasonal light patterns," Capra added.

Donald trumps Biden in all swing states, key survey says

A court in New York on Thursday (Dec 14) refused to lift a gag order against former US president Donald Trump which prohibited him from making public comments about court staff involved in the civil fraud trial against him. The gag order was issued earlier by Judge Arthur Engoron after Trump made a social media post that had a photo of the judge's law clerk posing with Chuck Schumer, a senator from the Democratic Party and alleged that she was&nbsp;Schumer's girlfriend.

Judge Engoron said that after the post on social media, Trump supporters made hundreds of threats to the court.

Trump made an appeal against the gag order arguing that it violated his right to free speech.

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On Thursday, the state appeals court in New York said that the gag order did not significantly impact Trump's right to free speech.

"Here, the gravity of potential harm is small, given that the Gag Order is narrow, limited to prohibiting solely statements regarding the court's staff," the order read.

There was no immediate public comment from the Trump camp.

<h2>The case against Trump</h2>

The civil fraud lawsuit has been brought against Trump by the office of New York Attorney General Letitia James. It alleges that Trump and his two eldest sons inflated the value of their assets in order to get soft bank loans and favourable insurance terms. The lawsuit seeks to make Trump pay at least $USD 250 million and to severely curtail his ability to do business in New York.

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Judge Engoron has already ruled that Trump's financial statements were fraudulent. The final written verdict in the case is expected following closing arguments on January 11.

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Trump has denied charges against him and has said that the case was a "scam"

The former president got a small relief when a judge temporarily paused the gag order. But a judges panel reimposed it just two weeks later.

(With inputs from agencies)

A court in New York on Thursday (Dec 14) refused to lift a gag order against former US president Donald Trump which prohibited him from making public comments about court staff involved in the civil fraud trial against him.

A court in New York on Thursday (Dec 14) refused to lift a gag order against former US president Donald Trump which prohibited him from making public comments about court staff involved in the civil fraud trial against him. The gag order was issued earlier by Judge Arthur Engoron after Trump made a social media post that had a photo of the judge's law clerk posing with Chuck Schumer, a senator from the Democratic Party and alleged that she was Schumer's girlfriend. Judge Engoron said that after the post on social media, Trump supporters made hundreds of threats to the court. Trump made an appeal against the gag order arguing that it violated his right to free speech. Watch | US: Latest survey finds President Biden lagging behind former President Trump × On Thursday, the state appeals court in New York said that the gag order did not significantly impact Trump's right to free speech. "Here, the gravity of potential harm is small, given that the Gag Order is narrow, limited to prohibiting solely statements regarding the court's staff," the order read. There was no immediate public comment from the Trump camp. The case against Trump The civil fraud lawsuit has been brought against Trump by the office of New York Attorney General Letitia James. It alleges that Trump and his two eldest sons inflated the value of their assets in order to get soft bank loans and favourable insurance terms. The lawsuit seeks to make Trump pay at least $USD 250 million and to severely curtail his ability to do business in New York. Also Read | Former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani opts not to testify in Georgia defamation trial Judge Engoron has already ruled that Trump's financial statements were fraudulent. The final written verdict in the case is expected following closing arguments on January 11. Also Read | Donald trumps Biden in all swing states, key survey says Trump has denied charges against him and has said that the case was a "scam" The former president got a small relief when a judge temporarily paused the gag order. But a judges panel reimposed it just two weeks later. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump civil fraud case: Court refuses to lift gag order against former US president

Donald Trump, the former president of the United States seeking nomination for the 2024 presidential elections, is selling pieces of the suit he wore when he had his mug shot taken at an Atlanta jail in August 2023.

Donald Trump, the former president of the United States seeking nomination for the 2024 presidential elections, is selling pieces of the suit he wore when he had his mug shot taken at an Atlanta jail in August 2023. On Tuesday, Trump announced on his Truth Social website that he was releasing a third set of digital trading cards of himself for $99 each. The former US president added that anyone who buys 47 cards will get a scrap of the suit he wore when he got booked in Georgia for racketeering charges. They will also receive an invitation to Mar-a-Lago dinner, he added. The decision to sell pieces of his mug shot suit might be the right decision for Trump, as he has already raised $7.1 million for the mug shot merchandise in only a few days after his booking photo was released in August, reported Politico. However, the cards Trump is selling on his website exist only in the digital realm as NFTs (non-fungible tokens). Anyone who buys 47 cards will receive a physical trading card, the ad on the website says. He plans to send a piece of the suit he wore to the Fulton County Jail after being arrested on charges of conspiring to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. ALSO READ | No election for jailed Imran Khan? Former Pakistan PM indicted in cypher case The ad copy on his website, CollectTrumpCards.com, said the mug shot edition of the cards represented a historical moment as it was the first time a US president had his mug shot taken. "Trump has a furrowed brow with a determined gaze which says he'll never surrender," the ad noted. "His card is not just a keepsake; it's a piece of history and a testament to resilience. It stands as a symbol of President Trump's unwavering commitment and enduring dedication to the American Dream," it said further. Trump also posted a video with the Truth Social promo. In the video, he said, "It was a great suit, believe me! A really good suit! It's all cut up, and you’re going to get a piece of it." However, the mug shot series is not the only way Trump plans to raise funds. He is also selling mug-shot wrapping paper and Christmas stockings. The 21-inch by 39-inch "Never Surrender" wrapping paper costs $35. It is filled with black-and-white images of Trump's mug shot photoshopped with a Santa hat. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump NFT cards worth $99 each will get you scraps of suit he wore for his mug shot. Interested?

Warning bells have been ringing in the White House for quite some time now, and per the administration’s own officials, Donald Trump is to be blamed for this.

Last week, the former US president said he wanted to be a “dictator for one day” if re-elected to a second term. In response, White House officials declared him the biggest threat to American democracy.

Such concerns have been exacerbated by the fact that Trump has been extremely popular among Republican voters, with above 50 per cent of them throwing their weight behind him.

His ever-expanding legal miseries seem to have failed to shake his expansive support base on the conservative flank.&nbsp;

Three years ago, some political pundits wrote off Trump as vanquished, humiliated and gone forever; only to be truly stunned by his remarkable comeback.

With the next US presidential elections just 11 months away, here we look at four major reasons why Donald Trump could register a victory against his Democratic rival Joe Biden.

<h2>Poor Bidenomics</h2>

The Biden White House claims that the economy is doing well. Unemployment has dropped to 3.9 per cent, a near-historic low, down from 6.3 per cent when Trump left office amidst COVID-19 disruption.&nbsp;

Inflation has also cooled from over 9 per cent in June 2022 to 3.2 per cent in October 2023. Despite these positive indicators, many people, especially voters of colour and young voters, disagree.

They argue that wages are not keeping up with the rising costs of essential goods and services like groceries, cars, houses, and childcare.

When Biden talks about the economy, people are more concerned about affordability than economic statistics.

Half of Americans say their financial situation is worse off than it was three years ago during the last presidential election, according to a recent survey reported by Fox Business.

Meanwhile, Trump has promised to make radical changes in the country's tax, market and foreign trade regime that, he claims, will upend the sorry state of the economy.

<h2>Public perception and Republican appeal</h2>

Public opinion polls reveal that, by a significant margin, voters see Republicans as better economic stewards, even though Trump's proposals are often vague.&nbsp;

Many people feel unsettled for reasons beyond the economy.&nbsp;

Trump taps into the concerns of many white Americans who worry about the increasing diversity and cultural progressiveness of the country.&nbsp;

There's also a widespread sense that key aspects of American life, such as home ownership, decent wages, and college education, are becoming harder to attain.&nbsp;

Voters express anxiety about crime and illegal border crossings, issues Trump skillfully addresses, positioning himself as both the problem identifier and the solution.

<h2>Trump's image and support</h2>

Critics within the Democratic Party, his own party, and the media consider Trump unfit for office. However, millions of voters disagree, viewing him as a victim of a political witch hunt.&nbsp;

Many of his supporters are ready to vote for him even if he were convicted of a crime. Trump highlights his four years in office, arguing that the government functioned well despite chaotic moments and unproven allegations, such as collusion with Russia.

Instead, Trump has leveraged the ever-expanding list of criminal cases against him, while garnering sympathy among the masses and showcasing himself as the ultimate saver who must be saved.

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As per the latest media reports, Trump is leaving no stone unturned to monetise his infamous mugshot. Earlier this week, he said that snippets of the suit he wore for that photo would be available for purchase, as part of a new sale of NFT “digital trading cards,” a product he debuted in late 2022.

“It was a great suit, believe me, a really good suit. It’s all cut up, and you’re gonna get a piece of it,” Trump said in a video on Truth Social.

<h2>Biden's challenges and Trump's advantage</h2>

Biden's efforts to showcase his job-creation policies, involving government investment in infrastructure, clean energy, and chip manufacturing, have struggled to convince a significant portion of the public that these policies are positively impacting their lives.

Additionally, Biden faces challenges related to foreign wars. His unconditional support to Ukraine has not gone down well with a lot of Republicans, who believe fixing issues at home should be the administration’s biggest responsibility.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nothing-more-to-say-donald-trump-cancels-plans-to-testify-at-civil-fraud-trial-in-new-york-668471">Also read:&nbsp;‘Nothing more to say’: Donald Trump cancels plans to testify at civil fraud trial in New York</a>

On the other hand, Trump's "America first" message aligns with voters wary of further US involvement abroad. Trump can leverage these factors to appeal to those who prefer a non-interventionist foreign policy.&nbsp;

While these four reasons don’t necessarily mean that Trump is on his way to return to the White House, they very well reflect his strong political muscle&nbsp;that has spurred concerns even amongst the Democrats and White House officials.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Warning bells have been ringing in the White House for quite some time now, and per the administration’s own officials, Donald Trump is to be blamed for this. Last week, the former US president said he wanted to be a “dictator for one day” if re-elected to a second term.

Warning bells have been ringing in the White House for quite some time now, and per the administration’s own officials, Donald Trump is to be blamed for this. Last week, the former US president said he wanted to be a “dictator for one day” if re-elected to a second term. In response, White House officials declared him the biggest threat to American democracy. Such concerns have been exacerbated by the fact that Trump has been extremely popular among Republican voters, with above 50 per cent of them throwing their weight behind him. His ever-expanding legal miseries seem to have failed to shake his expansive support base on the conservative flank. Three years ago, some political pundits wrote off Trump as vanquished, humiliated and gone forever; only to be truly stunned by his remarkable comeback. With the next US presidential elections just 11 months away, here we look at four major reasons why Donald Trump could register a victory against his Democratic rival Joe Biden. Poor Bidenomics The Biden White House claims that the economy is doing well. Unemployment has dropped to 3.9 per cent, a near-historic low, down from 6.3 per cent when Trump left office amidst COVID-19 disruption. Inflation has also cooled from over 9 per cent in June 2022 to 3.2 per cent in October 2023. Despite these positive indicators, many people, especially voters of colour and young voters, disagree. They argue that wages are not keeping up with the rising costs of essential goods and services like groceries, cars, houses, and childcare. When Biden talks about the economy, people are more concerned about affordability than economic statistics. Half of Americans say their financial situation is worse off than it was three years ago during the last presidential election, according to a recent survey reported by Fox Business. Meanwhile, Trump has promised to make radical changes in the country's tax, market and foreign trade regime that, he claims, will upend the sorry state of the economy. Public perception and Republican appeal Public opinion polls reveal that, by a significant margin, voters see Republicans as better economic stewards, even though Trump's proposals are often vague. Many people feel unsettled for reasons beyond the economy. Trump taps into the concerns of many white Americans who worry about the increasing diversity and cultural progressiveness of the country. There's also a widespread sense that key aspects of American life, such as home ownership, decent wages, and college education, are becoming harder to attain. Voters express anxiety about crime and illegal border crossings, issues Trump skillfully addresses, positioning himself as both the problem identifier and the solution. Trump's image and support Critics within the Democratic Party, his own party, and the media consider Trump unfit for office. However, millions of voters disagree, viewing him as a victim of a political witch hunt. Many of his supporters are ready to vote for him even if he were convicted of a crime. Trump highlights his four years in office, arguing that the government functioned well despite chaotic moments and unproven allegations, such as collusion with Russia. Instead, Trump has leveraged the ever-expanding list of criminal cases against him, while garnering sympathy among the masses and showcasing himself as the ultimate saver who must be saved. Watch: Special counsel Jack Smith challenges 'Presidential Immunity' of Donald Trump × As per the latest media reports, Trump is leaving no stone unturned to monetise his infamous mugshot. Earlier this week, he said that snippets of the suit he wore for that photo would be available for purchase, as part of a new sale of NFT “digital trading cards,” a product he debuted in late 2022. “It was a great suit, believe me, a really good suit. It’s all cut up, and you’re gonna get a piece of it,” Trump said in a video on Truth Social. Biden's challenges and Trump's advantage Biden's efforts to showcase his job-creation policies, involving government investment in infrastructure, clean energy, and chip manufacturing, have struggled to convince a significant portion of the public that these policies are positively impacting their lives. Additionally, Biden faces challenges related to foreign wars. His unconditional support to Ukraine has not gone down well with a lot of Republicans, who believe fixing issues at home should be the administration’s biggest responsibility. Also read: ‘Nothing more to say’: Donald Trump cancels plans to testify at civil fraud trial in New York On the other hand, Trump's "America first" message aligns with voters wary of further US involvement abroad. Trump can leverage these factors to appeal to those who prefer a non-interventionist foreign policy. While these four reasons don’t necessarily mean that Trump is on his way to return to the White House, they very well reflect his strong political muscle that has spurred concerns even amongst the Democrats and White House officials. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US Supreme Court announced on Wednesday (Dec 13) that it will hear an appeal related to the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. The case involves Joseph Fischer, charged with obstructing the certification of President Joe Biden's election victory during the Capitol riot.&nbsp;

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

The outcome of the appeal may act as precedent for the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump, who faces similar charges.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>What has happened so far in the case?</h2>

Fischer, along with defendants Edward Lang and Garret Miller, has appealed charges related to obstructing an official proceeding disrupted by a mob of Trump supporters. The Supreme Court's decision in Fischer's case will set a precedent for the appeals brought by Lang and Miller, and thus will influence Trump's federal election interference case.

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While the US District Judge Carl Nichols initially dismissed charges against the Jan. 6 defendants, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled in favour of the government in April, setting the stage for Supreme Court intervention.

<h2>Potential implications for Trump's election interference trial</h2>

Trump's legal team may use this involvement as an opportunity to seek delays in his scheduled election interference trial, currently set for March.

The potential delay could work to Trump's advantage, considering his position as the frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination.&nbsp;

If the trial proceeds as scheduled and results in a conviction, Trump could face sentencing before the November election.&nbsp;

<h2>What are the arguments of Team Trump?</h2>

Trump's legal team contends that the provision's application raises separate issues, given Trump's non-participation in the Capitol attack.&nbsp;

<h2>Charges against Joseph Fischer</h2>

Fischer, identified as a former police officer, is alleged to have had a physical encounter with another officer during the Capitol attack.&nbsp;

The government claims he urged rioters to "charge" and "hold the line," while Fischer's lawyers argue he entered the Capitol after Congress recessed and was inside for only four minutes.

Also watch |&nbsp;US: Donald Trump disqualification trial opens, debarment pivoted on US Capitol riots | WION DNA

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With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Supreme Court's decision in this case may further define the scope of criminal statutes, NBC News reported.

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The US Supreme Court announced on Wednesday (Dec 13) that it will hear an appeal related to the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. The case involves Joseph Fischer, charged with obstructing the certification of President Joe Biden's election victory during the Capitol riot.

The US Supreme Court announced on Wednesday (Dec 13) that it will hear an appeal related to the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. The case involves Joseph Fischer, charged with obstructing the certification of President Joe Biden's election victory during the Capitol riot. What does it mean? The outcome of the appeal may act as precedent for the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump, who faces similar charges. What has happened so far in the case? Fischer, along with defendants Edward Lang and Garret Miller, has appealed charges related to obstructing an official proceeding disrupted by a mob of Trump supporters. The Supreme Court's decision in Fischer's case will set a precedent for the appeals brought by Lang and Miller, and thus will influence Trump's federal election interference case. Also read | Explained | Four reasons why Donald Trump might win 2024 presidential elections While the US District Judge Carl Nichols initially dismissed charges against the Jan. 6 defendants, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled in favour of the government in April, setting the stage for Supreme Court intervention. Potential implications for Trump's election interference trial Trump's legal team may use this involvement as an opportunity to seek delays in his scheduled election interference trial, currently set for March. The potential delay could work to Trump's advantage, considering his position as the frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination. If the trial proceeds as scheduled and results in a conviction, Trump could face sentencing before the November election. What are the arguments of Team Trump? Trump's legal team contends that the provision's application raises separate issues, given Trump's non-participation in the Capitol attack. Charges against Joseph Fischer Fischer, identified as a former police officer, is alleged to have had a physical encounter with another officer during the Capitol attack. The government claims he urged rioters to "charge" and "hold the line," while Fischer's lawyers argue he entered the Capitol after Congress recessed and was inside for only four minutes. Also watch | US: Donald Trump disqualification trial opens, debarment pivoted on US Capitol riots | WION DNA × With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Supreme Court's decision in this case may further define the scope of criminal statutes, NBC News reported. (With inputs from agencies)

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25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the&nbsp;second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on&nbsp;Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions&nbsp;without internet access.

In other news, popular Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor,&nbsp;Andre Braugher, passed away after a brief illness. He is known for his&nbsp;portrayal of the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series. He was 61 years old.

Finally, new research has uncovered a damning long-term effect wildfires have on those subjected to its toxic smoke.

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<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/13/398845-image.jpg?imwidth=3840" />Ukrainian capital Kyiv was rocked by multiple explosions early Wednesday (Dec 13) as it came under a Russian missile attack.&nbsp;Kyiv’s mayor said&nbsp;25 people were injured in the “enemy attack,” the second offensive in a week after a long hiatus.

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Andre Braugher, the actor who played the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has died aged 61.

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New Zealand faces the threat of colossal tsunamis, as high as 92 feet, once every 580 years, according to a groundbreaking study that employed a new method to assess tsunami risk.

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25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions without internet access.

25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions without internet access. In other news, popular Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor, Andre Braugher, passed away after a brief illness. He is known for his portrayal of the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series. He was 61 years old. Finally, new research has uncovered a damning long-term effect wildfires have on those subjected to its toxic smoke. Click on the headlines to read more Russia-Ukraine war: Missile attack rocks Kyiv, cyberattack leaves millions without internet Ukrainian capital Kyiv was rocked by multiple explosions early Wednesday (Dec 13) as it came under a Russian missile attack. Kyiv’s mayor said 25 people were injured in the “enemy attack,” the second offensive in a week after a long hiatus. Andre Braugher, best known as Captain Raymond Holt from Brooklyn Nine-Nine, dies aged 61 Andre Braugher, the actor who played the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has died aged 61. Wildfires releasing toxic, cancer-causing 'Erin Brockovich' chemical into air Wildfires wreak havoc on forests and vegetation, but as per a new study, they can also release a toxic, cancer-causing chemical into the air we breathe. Colossal tsunami waves of 92 feet to strike New Zealand every 580 years: Study New Zealand faces the threat of colossal tsunamis, as high as 92 feet, once every 580 years, according to a groundbreaking study that employed a new method to assess tsunami risk. Watch | UNGA overwhelmingly votes for Gaza ceasefire; US alone in Israel's support

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