Thune faces first Trump loyalty test

Powell, Fed Chair, Will Likely Face Heavy Pressure From Trump

The chair of the Federal Reserve made clear he would not resign, even under pressure. But pressure from the White House is likely, market watchers say.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

Ukraine faces uncertainty as Trump's election raises questions about war with Russia

Following Donald Trump's election, Ukrainians are left wondering what his proposed peace deal could mean for the ongoing war. Amidst the turmoil, Kyiv says it is now battling North Korean troops ...

EU leaders vow to make bloc more competitive in face of Trump threat

Budapest meeting finds consensus on need to raise growth and productivity as ‘America first’ protectionism looms. EU leaders meeting in Budapest have signed a declaration aimed at boosting the ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Trump's GOP skeptics in Congress face lonely path forward

President-elect Trump’s resounding victory last week threatens to further isolate his few remaining GOP critics on Capitol Hill. The shrinking group of Republicans who have bucked the ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Trump’s border security plans face potential obstacle in Senate parliamentarian

President-elect Trump’s GOP allies in Congress want to jam tough immigration and border security reforms through the Senate using a special fast track known as budget reconciliation, but face a ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Japan's embattled leader holds on to power but faces another challenge: Trump

Lawmakers in Japan voted Monday to retain Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister despite his long-governing party’s poor showing in parliamentary elections last month.

Which of Trump's Cabinet picks could face most trouble getting confirmed?

Several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks have generated controversy. CBS News political director Fin Gómez examines who could face the most trouble in the confirmation process.

Hyundai appoints US citizen as co-chief to face Trump challenges

South Korean carmaker’s first foreign head may have to combat higher tariffs and end of electric vehicle subsidies

World - Financial Times - 16 hours ago

China faces crucial decisions on climate policy during second Trump term

After rare accord with Biden White House on climate, China may now be more wary of adopting robust policy measures. China is facing crucial decisions on its climate policies as its hard-won ...

World - The Guardian - 10 hours ago

Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary, faced sex assault allegation

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of defense and a former Fox News host, was investigated in 2017 over "an alleged sexual assault" at a California hotel that was ...

Harris says she'd take a cognitive test; challenges Trump "to take the same one"

Vice President Kamala Harris, responding to former President Donald Trump's claims about her IQ, said she would take a cognitive test — and "would challenge him to take the same one."

Where Trump's standing with Puerto Rican voters will be put to the test: From the Politics Desk

Trump’s campaign appearance in Allentown, Pa., comes amid questions over whether the fallout from his Madison Square Garden rally will cost him support among Puerto Rican voters.

The Guardian view on Trump’s planet-wrecking plans: the UK government’s resolve will be tested | Editorial

The new president’s disruptive policies will challenge Sir Keir Starmer’s green goals. But with strong leadership he could enhance Britain’s global influence. Donald Trump ’s electoral earthquake ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Trump’s Demand to Skirt Senate Confirmations Poses Early Test of a Radical Second Term

The once and future president is pushing Republicans to systematically abdicate the Senate’s constitutional role in vetting his nominees.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Thune wins contested race for Senate GOP leader

The South Dakotan will take over in January at the turn of the new Congress, when Republicans are expected to control the government trifecta.

Politics - Politico - 2 days ago

Senate Republicans elect John Thune as majority leader

Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., was chosen as the next majority leader of the Senate, succeeding Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as the GOP’s Senate leader. NBC News’ Ali Vitali reports on Thune’s rise ...

John Thune elected Senate majority leader

President-elect Donald Trump did not endorse a candidate to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell as the Senate Republican leader.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

John Thune on winning Senate majority leader election

South Dakota Sen. John Thune addressed reporters on Capitol Hill after being elected to replace Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as Senate majority leader. David Yaffe-Bellany, a crypto and technology ...

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