‘The next President of the United States’ – Trump speaks out after arraignment

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3 years ago

April 5, 2023

The President was introduced to the crowd – and the world – with the song blaring at his Mar-a-Lago residence

“The next President of the United States” – that’s how Donald Trump was introduced to speak at his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida.

Trump spoke following his arraignment in New York City.

Here’s a recap of the events of today: Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 felony criminal charges during a court hearing in Manhattan.

Trump is accused of falsifying records to hide damaging information during the 2016 election.

The charges relate to hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, with Daniels claiming she had an affair with Trump.

Judge Juan Merchan did not issue a gag order on Trump, but has asked both sides to be mindful of their language.

The former president emerged to a crowd of supporters accompanied by the song “Proud to be an American.”

In his first public remarks since being charged with the felony counts, Trump denied committing a crime.

He labelled the charges as just “another partisan attack” on his legacy, as he listed the many previous political and legal accusations he has faced off against.

The former president says he “never thought anything like this could happen in America.”

Referencing the 2020 election result, he mentioned President Joe Biden and claimed the U.S. is “going to hell” – to which the audience applauded.

He attacked Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Bragg’s family and the judge assigned to the case – to which he called a “Trump-hating judge with a Trump-hating wife and family”.

Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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18 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears

Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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19 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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19 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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