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Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau blasts Twitter

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Justin Trudeau blasts Twitter and opposition leader as public broadcaster is labeled ‘government-funded’

 
Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau had some strong words to say about Twitter today.

The social media giant has moved to label the country’s public broadcaster as 69 per cent “government-funded”.

Trudeau is accusing his main political rival of enlisting the help of tech executives in an attempt to get the network defunded.

Conservative opposition leader Pierre Poilievre reached out to Elon Musk last week to label the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation as “government-funded”.

When Musk agreed, the broadcaster said it will be “pausing” activities on the social network.

Soon after this, the account’s label was changed to “69 per cent Government-funded Media.”

Musk says this is because the “Canadian Broadcasting Corp says they’re “less than 70% government-funded”, so [he] corrected the label”.

But the CBC says its journalism is “impartial and independent” and “to suggest otherwise is untrue. That is why we are pausing activities on Twitter.”

Poilievre has praised the decision, tweeting “now people know that it is Trudeau propaganda, not news.”

Trudeau has also responded, and the PM isn’t happy.

“Attacking this Canadian institution, attacking the culture and local content that is so important to so many Canadians, really indicates the values and the approach that Mr Poilievre is putting forward,” Trudeau told reporters on Monday.

“In order to attack this institution that is important for many, many Canadians, he runs to American billionaires, the tech giants that they continue to defend.” #trending #featured

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President Biden and President-elect Trump hold key meeting

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President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pete Hegseth as his pick for Secretary of Defense.

The combat veteran has two bronze stars having served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard University.

In addition providing support to veterans he has held a recent role as a political commentator.

The Defense Department is the largest and oldest U.S. government agency, with a budget of about $850 billion.

Ricoh Danielson a U.S. Army Vet and National Security advisor joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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John Thune elected new Senate GOP Leader

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In a closed-door vote, Senator Thune takes on a pivotal leadership role as Senate Republicans look to the future.

In a significant shift within Senate Republican leadership, Senator John Thune of South Dakota has been elected as the new Senate GOP leader, taking over from long-time leader Senator Mitch McConnell.

The decision came after a secret ballot vote among GOP members, marking the end of McConnell’s influential tenure.

Thune, who has served as Senate Minority Whip, is widely recognized for his strategic acumen and steady approach to party leadership.

His appointment signals both continuity and potential change as Senate Republicans prepare to navigate a challenging legislative environment and upcoming elections.

With McConnell stepping back, questions arise about how Thune’s leadership will shape GOP strategies on key issues, from fiscal policy to judicial appointments.

Analysts note that his leadership style is expected to maintain unity while possibly adopting fresh tactics to strengthen the party’s legislative influence.

As Thune steps into this prominent role, Republicans and observers alike will watch how his leadership influences the Senate’s dynamics and the broader political landscape.

The transition reflects a pivotal moment for the GOP as it positions itself for future electoral and legislative battles.

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News sites testing AI for article summaries

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The Wall Street Journal is experimenting with AI to summarise its articles.

 

Readers will see a “Key Points” box at the top of select stories, featuring AI-generated summaries that are checked by editors. This new feature is being tested to assess reader engagement, offering bullet points that highlight key information.

The box includes a note explaining the use of AI, as WSJ explores new ways to add value for subscribers. Other news outlets, like USA Today, are also testing similar AI tools, though some caution readers to consult full articles due to potential AI errors.

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