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The Republicans Who Defied Trump on the Spending and Debt Deal
The rebels are largely the most conservative lawmakers who are passionate about slashing spending and debt. They hail from deep-red districts where a primary challenge is less of a danger.The New York Times - 5h -
Trump wants 5% Nato defence spending target, Europe told
US president-elect’s closest foreign policy aides indicate he will continue arming Ukraine while pursuing end to warFinancial Times - 8h -
Johnson on shaky ground with Trump after spending fiasco
Months of working to get the president-elect on his side didn’t fully protect the speaker from the president’s wrath over a funding bill.Politico - 1d -
Trump Tariffs? Europe Braces but Has No Clear Strategy
The incoming president promised “tariffs all the way” unless Europe bought more U.S. oil and gas. European officials have no clear strategy for avoiding a trade war.The New York Times - 17h -
A month before Trump takes power, Europe flounders in search of a plan
Also in this newsletter: Hungary doubles down on EU cash demandsFinancial Times - 19h -
Trump is 'painting targets' for political retribution
Effectively, Trump told the chief law enforcement officers in his coming administration to investigate the Jan. 6 committee members for a crime that never happened.The Hill - 1d -
Europe Has a Leadership Vacuum. How Will it Handle Trump?
With Germany and France both in political turmoil, the new administration of Donald J. Trump will begin at a time of instability for the continent.The New York Times - 1d -
Biden envoy: Ukraine's future in NATO now in Trump's hands
A senior aide to President Biden said that the administration will leave up to the incoming Trump administration the next steps on Ukraine’s path to NATO membership, despite internal discussions on ...The Hill - 2d -
NATO leader says he wants to put Ukraine in a position of strength for any peace talks with Russia
NATO’s secretary-general said Wednesday that he wants to discuss ways to put Ukraine in a position of strength for any future peace talks with RussiaABC News - 2d -
Trump allies work to sink government spending bill
Allies of President-elect Trump lashed out Wednesday over a massive government funding deal ahead of a looming deadline at the end of the week, pushing for lawmakers to oppose the agreement and ...The Hill - 2d -
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Europe's economy faces a bumpy ride in 2025. Here are 5 things to watch
Amid a downbeat outlook for Europe, analysts say there could be some bright spots to watch out for in 2025.CNBC - 2d -
Will Trump's success spark a harder stance on immigration in Europe?
Donald Trump's victory has sent shockwaves through Europe, as political elites grapple with the implications of his anti-migrant stance and the growing momentum of populist and right-wing parties, ...The Hill - 4d -
5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read Heading Into 2025
The Oracle of Omaha has recommended many books. But these are some of his top choices.Inc. - 6d -
What Trump told Time about deportations, Jan. 6 promises
President-elect Donald Trump revealed to Time magazine more about his plans for the first days of his second term in the White House. CBS News' Libby Cathey reports.CBS News - Dec. 13 -
Trump to Europe: Overseeing a Ukraine Cease-Fire Would Be Your Job
The president-elect told the French and Ukrainian leaders that he would want European troops to be present in Ukraine.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 13 -
The Papers: Nato considers 3% target and 'Andrew's links to China spy'
Talks over European defence and the banning of a Prince Andrew associate from the UK lead the papers.BBC News - Dec. 13 -
Ukraine war briefing: Nato warns that Putin wants to ‘wipe Ukraine off the map’
Nato secretary general Mark Rutte says people should gird themselves for the prospect that Russia might try to use ‘swarms of drones’ in Europe. What we know on day 1,024. Nato secretary general ...The Guardian - Dec. 13 -
Europe's economy falters as Trump presidency looms
The European economy is going to have a tough few years, if new forecasts are correct.BBC News - Dec. 12 -
FirstFT: Nato’s European members discuss raising defence spending targets
Also in today’s newsletter, emerging-market currencies sell off, and Nasdaq board diversity rules thrown outFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
Nato’s European members discuss 3% target for defence spending
Increased military expenditure could be agreed at next year’s summit, intensifying pressure on national budgetsFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
Trump's White House return is already pushing Europe and the UK closer together
U.K. Chancellor Rachel Reeves travelled to Brussels on Monday to convene with her EU counterparts in the first such encounter since Britain left the European Union.CNBC - Dec. 11 -
Israel wants to create ‘sterile’ zone in Syria, says defence minister
Israeli forces have seized territory and reportedly struck hundreds of military targets once controlled by Assad regimeFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Ford’s cutting jobs in Germany. Scholz wants Europe to step in.
German chancellor Olaf Scholz called for subsidies for battery makers to protect jobs and drive the transition towards “electromobility”MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
Hegseth: Trump told me 'to keep on fighting'
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's choice for the top post at the Pentagon, said Trump encouraged him to "keep on fighting," despite a slew of negative headlines leaving his nomination in ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Johnson needs Dems to pass a stopgap spending bill. Here's what they want.
Given his thin margins in the House and conservatives who tend to always oppose short-term funding fixes, he will almost certainly need to get House Democrats on board.Politico - Dec. 9 -
Prioritise safety not A&E target, NHS leaders told
Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers message amid mounting concern about winter pressures.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
5 takeaways from Trump's 'Meet the Press' interview
President-elect Trump's first sit-down interview since winning a second White House term aired Sunday, giving the public a view into his mindset as he prepares to return to office. Trump spoke with ...The Hill - Dec. 8 -
Trump swoops into Paris as Europe prepares for a more transactional relationship
US president-elect met Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy before reopening of Notre-DameFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
As Trump Threatens Tariffs, Europe and South America Strengthen Ties
The European Union and four South American countries have reached an agreement to establish one of the largest trade zones in the world.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Keira Knightley says she was ‘stalked by men’ after Pirates of the Caribbean and told ‘you wanted this’
The actor said that her ‘jaw dropped at the time’ over how she was treated in public spaces and that ‘it was a very violent, misogynistic atmosphere’. Keira Knightley has spoken out about the ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Europe races to set up €500bn defence fund
Initiative is open to UK and would tap bond markets to boost spending for Trump’s White House returnFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is leading a fresh push for European countries to ramp up defense spendingABC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump's defence nominee hits out after reports he could be dropped
US media suggest the president-elect could replace Pete Hegseth, whose selection is under intense scrutiny.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump in talks to replace defence nominee Hegseth
Florida governor Ron DeSantis among those who could replace Fox News hostFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Bulgarian spy ring targeted Ukrainian soldiers on behalf of Russia, court told
Old Bailey hears that some members of group planned operation at a US military base near StuttgartFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
NATO chief wants less talk of peace process in Ukraine, more arms
NATO’s Secretary-General Mark Rutte argued that Ukraine needs to be put in a “position of strength” instead of being pushed toward peace talks, while speaking at a Tuesday conference ahead of the ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Europe lacks a monetary response to Trump
Uncertain inflationary effects leave the ECB hoping for the bestFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Ukraine’s exhausted troops in Russia told to cling on and wait for Trump
Ukrainian soldiers paint a bleak picture of a battle they don't understand, and fear they will lose.BBC News - Dec. 2
