Politics

Ireland's Tánaiste (Deputy Prime Minister) Micheál Martin has called for the European Union to take a "firm" stance toward the United States following controversial statements by president-elect Donald Trump. Trump recently suggested the US could annex both the Panama Canal and Greenland, claiming these territories were vulnerable to Russian and Chinese influence. His comments about Greenland particularly drew criticism from France, as Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark, an EU member state. These developments come amid Irish concerns about Trump's proposed changes to corporation tax and tariffs. However, Martin emphasized the importance of waiting for concrete policy proposals rather than reacting to rhetoric. He noted that protectionist approaches aren't unique to Trump, citing similar tendencies in previous administrations, including President Biden's. Martin stressed that Ireland would work within the EU framework to address these challenges, saying the country needs […]

Former President and President-elect Donald Trump announced on social media that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has requested to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Trump shared this information in a Truth Social post on Friday morning, also mentioning plans for New Year's Eve, though he didn't provide additional details about the potential meeting. This development is notable because Gates has previously been critical of Trump, especially regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic during his first presidency. Gates also supported Trump's opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election with a $50 million donation to a nonprofit supporting her campaign. However, Gates did publicly congratulate Trump after his November 5 election victory. The potential meeting follows a pattern of major tech industry figures engaging with Trump following his election victory. Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently visited […]

Mike Huckabee, in an interview with KATV Channel 7’s Daniella Cheney, discussed his nomination to serve as the United States Ambassador to Israel. Huckabee emphasized his long-standing connection to Israel, stating he has visited the country over 100 times in the past 52 years, beginning with his first trip at age 17. He described a deep passion for Israel and its unique place in the world, noting the country's transformation as a fulfillment of biblical prophecy, “that the desert shall bloom and the dry bones shall live.” Huckabee believes his extensive background in politics, media, and as former Governor of Arkansas will be valuable in navigating the complexities of the ambassadorship. He highlighted the international experience gained as governor, stating he is familiar with the region, having traveled extensively “from Dan to Beersheba.” Regarding US-Israel relations, Huckabee identified achieving greater […]