Trump's Proposed Takeover

Trump’s Takeover Plan for Gaza, and Postal Service Halts Packages From China

Plus, how The Sims turned gamers into gods.

The New York Times - 22h

Takeaways From Trump’s Proposal for a U.S. Takeover of Gaza

President Trump said that the United States should take over Gaza and forcibly relocate two million Palestinians. Leaders in Gaza and Arab nations immediately rejected the idea.

The New York Times - 23h

Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza and Says Palestinians Should Move

The president met with the Israeli prime minister at the White House, meeting in person with another world leader for the first time since returning to power.

The New York Times - 23h

'Deranged' and 'problematic': Bipartisan lawmakers bash Trump's Gaza proposal

Criticism and concern spread across both sides of the aisle Tuesday following President Trump’s announcement that the U.S. “will take over the Gaza Strip.”

NBC News - 1d

Trump’s Proposal to ‘Take Over’ Gaza Sparks Immediate Rebukes

President Trump’s suggestion was denounced in the Middle East, Washington and beyond.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump proposal for U.S. control of Gaza would have ‘reverberations around the world’

NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports on the “stunning moment in the East Room” where President Trump, joined by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, suggested that the U.S. “will take over the Gaza Strip.”

NBC News - 1d

‘It’s been madness’: US federal workers reeling over Trump-Musk takeover

Office of personnel management workers say anxiety is palpable amid intimidation and threat of dismissal. US government workers are describing an atmosphere of “fear” and “madness” as they grapple ...

The Guardian - 1d

Inside Musk’s Government Takeover, and Frantic Tariff Negotiations

Plus, “Onyx Storm” smashes onto shelves.

The New York Times - 1d

Where Trump policies and Project 2025 proposals match up

Trump may have distanced himself from Project 2025 on the campaign trail, but many of his policies align with those included in the initiative's policy guide.

CBS News - 2d

Italy makes a meal of bank takeovers

It is hard to escape the feeling that an opportunity for simplification has been missed

Financial Times - 2d

Trump's proposed federal worker changes have caused "chaos on steroids," Sen. Mark Warner says

Amid the Trump administration's move to offer "deferred resignation" to 2 million federal workers, Sen. Mark Warner says the situation has caused "chaos on steroids" for government employees.

CBS News - 3d

Canadians largely against proposal to merge with US: Survey

The majority of Canadians are opposed to their country merging with the U.S., something President Trump has suggested in recent weeks, according to new surveys published on Friday. The new YouGov ...

The Hill - 4d

Life in Goma After a Rebel Takeover

For those living in Goma, which has been captured by Rwanda-backed rebels, there is little water, little food and much uncertainty.

The New York Times - 4d

How Trump’s proposed tariffs could impact prices and your wallet

President Trump is fulfilling a campaign promise to impose major tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China that economists say will likely raise the price you pay on a number of items. NBC’s Christine ...

NBC News - 4d

Majority of EU countries make proposal for arms financing

Yahoo News - 5d

Musk’s Twitter Takeover Offers Trump a Blueprint

Federal agencies have offered exits to millions of employees and tested the prowess of engineers — just like when Elon Musk bought Twitter. The similarities have been uncanny.

The New York Times - 6d

UK regulator proposes easing obligations on Royal Mail

Changes would allow postal service bought by billionaire Daniel Křetínský to make fewer deliveries

Financial Times - 6d

Biden criticized for failing to ban menthol cigarettes after Trump withdraws proposal

The Biden administration never finalized a ban on menthol cigarettes, and the Trump administration withdrew the proposal. The American Lung Association is criticizing Biden's inaction.

NBC News - Jan. 29

Mediobanca rejects Monte dei Paschi’s takeover bid

Board says the deal offers no ‘industrial and financial rationale’ and is danger to its identity

Financial Times - Jan. 28

Trump proposes ‘clean out’ of Gaza population

US president urges Egypt and Jordan to take in people from ‘demolition site’

Financial Times - Jan. 26

Trump’s Gaza proposal rejected by allies and condemned as ethnic cleansing plan

US president has suggested Palestinians should leave Gaza for neighbouring countries to ‘just clean out’ whole strip. Donald Trump’s proposal that large numbers of Palestinians should leave Gaza to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 26

North Carolina Republican proposes renaming Dulles airport after Trump

Freshman Rep. Addison McDowell (R-N.C.) introduced legislation this week to rename the Dulles International Airport (IAD) near Washington after President Trump. McDowell, who represents North ...

The Hill - Jan. 25

Rep. Don Bacon on Trump's proposed tax cuts, economic relief

On Wednesday, President Trump met with three House Republicans who kept their seats in districts that former Vice President Kamala Harris won. One of those lawmakers, Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska, ...

CBS News - Jan. 24

A Proposal — and a Wedding Date — That Were Suddenly Moved Up

The current political climate caused Josey Nett and Grace Duncan, who met as freshmen in college, to change their long-term plans.

The New York Times - Jan. 24

How Trump's proposed tariffs could raise U.S. car prices

The average price of a new car in the U.S. is more than $49,000, and President Trump's proposal to increase tariffs on Mexico and Canada could raise car prices even higher. Kelly O'Grady examines why.

CBS News - Jan. 23

Tennessee Republican proposes amendment to allow Trump to serve third term

Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) proposed an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would allow President Trump to serve a third term in the White House so that the country “can sustain the bold ...

The Hill - Jan. 24

Pakistani government proposes sweeping controls on social media

Pakistan's lower house of parliament has passed a bill with sweeping controls on social media that includes blocking platforms and sending users to prison for spreading disinformation

ABC News - Jan. 23

The Kelce Takeover Doesn’t End at 1 A.M.

After retiring from the N.F.L., Jason Kelce has built a career as a football analyst, a podcast personality and an omnipresent pitchman. This month, he’s a late-night host as well.

The New York Times - Jan. 23

Majority favors Trump proposal to end taxes on tips: Survey

A majority of Americans favor President-elect Trump’s proposal to end taxes on tips, according to a new survey. In the poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, 54 ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

State Republicans Propose New Limits on Transgender Identity

The new lawmaking sessions open after a campaign year in which Republicans leaned on messaging that tapped into fears about transgender issues.

The New York Times - Jan. 18

Biden withdraws proposal that aimed to protect endangered whales

Conservation groups are concerned that the endangered right whale is vulnerable to extinction as the Trump administration signals more support for marine industries.

CBS News - Jan. 15

British activist investor seeks to disrupt Singapore takeover

Palliser Capital accuses OCBC of treating insurer’s minority shareholders unfairly as activist campaigns pick up in Asia

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Mark Cuban Just Proposed a 20-Minute Daily Habit to ‘Destabilize’ Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and President Trump

Is there any downside?

Inc. - Jan. 11

China’s Zijin in takeover talks for lithium miner

Chinese businesses continue to establish dominant foothold in fast-growing sector for battery supply chain

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Canada on Trump's Proposed Union: Thanks, but Let's Just Be Friends

The president-elect’s comments about the U.S. annexing its northern neighbor were rejected by Canadians of all political stripes.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

Germany warns Trump after Greenland takeover threat

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz sent a warning to President-elect Trump over border rules as the incoming president continues his threat of taking over Greenland. Scholz said Wednesday that he spoke ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

France says EU won't tolerate attack on borders after Trump Greenland takeover remarks

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says the European Union (EU) will stand firm in its alliance in the face of repeated comments from President-elect Trump about the U.S. acquiring Greenland ...