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Former President Donald Trump returns to Washington, D.C.

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Trump arrived back in the nation’s capital to deliver the keynote address at the America First Policy Institute’s two-day America First Agenda Summit.

After leaving the White House 18 months ago, former President Donald Trump returned to Washington, DC, on Tuesday.

Trump arrived back in the nation’s capital to deliver the keynote address at the America First Policy Institute’s two-day America First Agenda Summit.

The 45th president hasn’t been seen in Washington since he left office on Jan. 20, 2021 — even snubbing President Biden’s inauguration on his way out of the city. The event marks Trump’s first visit back to the capitol.

The 45th President of the United States used his speech to focus on public safety. He highlighted recent violent crime statistics throughout the country. He laid out the serious problems the country continues to face under the Biden administration talking about horrific crime, red-hot inflation, and the expensive liberal spending agenda that is stalled in Congress. Trump also focused on his vision for the future.

Trump has steadily held rallies across the nation in which he focuses on timely issues as well as his grievances over the 2020 election results.

Trump’s address was held just hours after Mike Pence — his vice president and potential 2024 rival — urged Republicans to stop looking backward at the 44th National Conservative Student Conference.

Neither Trump nor Pence has publicly confirmed a run for president in 2024 — but their back-to-back events in Washington has sparked speculation of a potential showdown between the former White House team.

Veronica Dudo is the U.S. Correspondent for Ticker News covering America’s biggest headlines. As an Emmy® Award nominated global journalist, Veronica has traveled across the country and around the world reporting on historical events that connect all citizens. Lauded as an award-winning international journalist, Veronica has executed stellar news coverage for NBC News, CBS News, The Hill, ME-TV Network and AOL. Her stories have highlighted a plethora of topics ranging from breaking news and politics to economic affairs across the USA, European Union, and Asia; cultural affairs; globalization; governance; education; and sustainability.

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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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