Trump Signals a ‘Seismic Shift,’ Shocking the Washington Establishment

The president-elect’s early transition moves amount to a generational test of a system as he seeks to rewrite the balance of power and install lieutenants to blow up key parts of government.

Top stories - The New York Times - 7 hours ago

Trump Victory Will Signal a Shift in Ukraine War. To What Is Unclear.

As U.S. president, Donald J. Trump will inherit a role as Ukraine’s chief benefactor. But he has been skeptical about continuing aid to Kyiv.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Trump’s Narrow Loss in New Jersey Signals a Shift to the Right

In New Jersey, Democrats outnumber Republicans and control every branch of government. But Tuesday’s vote reflected a shift to the right.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Shock in Washington, D.C., after Trump taps Gaetz for attorney general

President-elect Donald Trump continued to build his incoming administration on Wednesday, announcing a surprise pick of Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida for attorney general. CBS News' Fin Gómez, Ed ...

Trump Wins Georgia, Re-establishing Republicans’ Dominance There

His victory in the state reaffirmed many conservatives’ beliefs that the Peach State is fundamentally red, despite Democrats’ inroads in recent election cycles.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

The expansion of BRICS signals shift away from the West, not a turn against it

The BRICS group — named after its five founding members, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — has become a broader grouping of non-Western countries that wants to stay out of growing ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Big Tech’s shift on Trump

Outrage over his 2016 election victory has given way to wariness but also anticipation of opportunities

World - Financial Times - November 7

Trump’s mixed signals for gas market

Incoming administration’s policies might eventually lead to decrease in US LNG exports to EU

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Trump victory sparks seismic week for stock market. Investors need to keep cool.

Donald Trump’s election victory made for a seismic week on Wall Street — but investors should guard against getting pulled into emotionally charged market narratives that might not endure.

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Trump’s shock-and-awe approach to transition is both shocking and awful

This week a flurry of controversial and extremist picks for Trump’s cabinet came at a hectic pace with a level of provocation that made heads spin. “Welcome back,” Joe Biden told Donald Trump , ...

World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago

Trump signals support for RFK Jr. fluoride remarks

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump signals support for RFK Jr. fluoride remarks Former President Trump expressed tentative ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Trump's Win Signals More Confrontation With Beijing

The president-elect is set to deepen trade tensions with Washington’s top rival, while China could benefit from weaker U.S. alliances.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Trump’s cabinet picks signal tough stance on China

Experts say appointments of Mike Waltz and others show president-elect is preparing more hawkish stance on Beijing

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Shock poll shows Harris leading Trump in Iowa

Neither Kamala Harris nor Donald Trump has campaigned in Iowa since the presidential primaries. It is not considered a swing state in the election.

Business - CNBC - November 3

Global economy prepares for the Trump ‘macro shock’

China, Germany and other exporters fear higher tariffs and volatile period of tit-for-tat trade measures

World - Financial Times - November 6

Kamala Harris Was the Establishment in an Anti-Establishment Election

It was the wrong time to be the defender and champion of the country’s governing establishment.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Trump and Harris in final election push as polls signal extremely close contest

Republican nominee attacks critics and vilifies migrants while Democratic rival lays out positive vision for America. US election 2024 live: latest polls, results and updates Donald Trump and ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

‘Trump’s America’: His Comeback Victory Signals a Different Kind of Country

In the end, Donald J. Trump is not the historical aberration some thought he was, but instead a transformational force reshaping the modern United States in his own image.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Massie signals he is open to agriculture role in Trump administration

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) signaled Wednesday that he is “ready and willing” to accept a role concerning agriculture in President-elect Trump’s administration, but he shot down a rumor that he has ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump Transition Signals Focus on Deportations, as Miller Assumes Influence

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name the immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller as deputy chief of staff and announced a former ICE official as his “border czar.”

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

FirstFT: Musk and Ramaswamy to lead Trump drive on efficiency

Also in today’s newsletter, Klarna files for US IPO and potential ‘white knight’ bidder emerges for Seven & i

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Dean Phillips signals he'd be willing to serve in Trump administration

Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) signaled Thursday that he’d be willing to serve under President-elect Trump when he returns to the White House in January. “If there is a job that could help the ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Obama-era Defense chief signals military ethics 'in danger' under Trump

Former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel raised alarming concerns with President-elect Trump’s choice to appoint Pete Hegseth to the highly regarded post in a New York Times op-ed published Friday. ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

State of the Race: A Slight Shift Toward Trump but Still No Clear Favorite

The polls are not precise enough for a 0.2-point edge to convey meaningful information.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 21

Trump’s Gains in New York City Offer Clues to a Shifting Electoral Map

A new poll adds to evidence of post-pandemic divergences and a smaller Trump edge in the Electoral College.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Harris Aides Hopeful That Casting Trump as a Fascist Could Shift Election

While still cautious, advisers and allies believe that casting Donald Trump as a fascist is working, and that their expansive ground game and appeals on abortion rights may carry the day.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Anticipating a Close Race, the Nation Watched Momentum Shift Toward Trump

A winner was not declared before midnight on Tuesday, but even Donald Trump’s allies seemed shocked by the signs of his strength — and the improbable political comeback it appeared to foretell.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

X Names New CFO as Musk Shifts Focus to Trump Administration

Mahmoud Reza Banki, former Tubi finance chief, joins platform amid financial challenges.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

Steve Kornacki: The key voter shifts that led to Trump's battleground state sweep

For Donald Trump, there’s a clear story that runs through each of the seven battleground states that he swept on his way to recapturing the White House.

Trump Took a Victory Lap in Washington

Also, Ukraine is now prioritizing security, not land, in truce talks. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Harris takes unexpected poll lead over Trump in Republican-leaning Iowa

Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa survey suggests surging support among female voters for Democratic candidate

Business - Financial Times - November 3

Trump's pick of Gaetz for attorney general 'sends shock waves' through DOJ

President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., to be the 87th attorney general of the United States. NBC News' Brie Jackson reports from Washington for ...

A Republican Trifecta, and Trump’s Latest Pick Creates Shock Waves

Plus, a Chinese government cover-up.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

12:30 Report — Trump shocks with Gaetz, Gabbard picks

Presented by Electronic Payments Coalition — 🧅Plus: The Onion buys Infowars {beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Thursday. Can you believe the election was only nine days ago? It feels like we’ve lived a ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Fears mount over Trump’s second term amid flurry of shock selections

Dismay as president-elect picks Matt Gaetz as attorney general and Tulsi Gabbard and Pete Hegseth for key roles. Fears that Donald Trump’s second presidency will be more extreme than his first have ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Haberman: Trump trying to 'shock and overwhelm' system with Cabinet selections

New York Times journalist Maggie Haberman suggested President-elect Trump's team is trying to "overwhelm" and test political norms with his Cabinet picks. "I do think that they are looking to ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Evening Report — Trump roils Washington with Gaetz pick

{beacon} Evening Report © AP Photo/Evan Vucci Trump returns to DC, taps Gaetz for AG President-elect Trump returned to Washington on Wednesday for the first time since winning a second term, as ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

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