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Trump's 250th US Anniversary Project Faces Criticism and Withdrawals

Donald Trump's plans for a 250th US anniversary celebration, including a 'Freedom 250' concert, are facing significant challenges as artists withdraw and the project's funding and purpose draw criticism from figures like Mike Pence. Trump has suggested a MAGA rally as an alternative and has also been involved in other controversies, including a judge blocking his ballroom and a typo on Trump-branded merchandise.

31 May, 11:05 — 31 May, 22:07
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NYTMostly Factual4h ago

Trump Hits the Stalemate Phase of His Interventions in Gaza, Ukraine and Now Iran

In Ukraine, Gaza and now Iran, President Trump’s early declarations of easy wins have given way to harsh reality.

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The GuardianMostly Factual8h ago

Trump’s interior secretary dismisses calls to identify donors for ‘nonpartisan’ concert series

Doug Burgum complains some musicians ‘segmented their audiences’ after artists back out of 250th anniversary event The Trump administration’s interior secretary, Doug Burgum, complained on Sunday that some musicians “seem to have segmented their audiences” after artists bailed on participating in a concert series planned for the 250th anniversary of the US’s independence. In the interview on CNN’s State of the Union, Burgum also dismissed calls to publicly identified who had made donations fo...

By Michael Sainato

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NPRHigh3h ago

Trump floats MAGA rally instead of concert after musicians drop out of Freedom 250

Several artists, including country singer Martina McBride, have withdrawn from the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.

By Chandelis Duster

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CNNMostly Factual7h ago

Burgum pushes back on artists claiming Freedom 250 event is partisan - CNN

Burgum pushes back on artists claiming Freedom 250 event is partisan  CNN

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual10h ago

Protesters want to send ‘fascists to Mars’ aboard mock rocket

Environmental activists in Rome built a mock rocket with caricatures of Giorgia Meloni and Donald Trump.

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cnbcMostly Factual12h ago

Why Trump reversed course to fast-track psychedelic drugs for mental healthcare

President Donald Trump is trying to fast-track research into psychedelics as treatments, creating new opportunities and risks.

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SCMPMostly Factual8h ago

PolyU Faculty of Business celebrates 30th anniversary of its DBA programme, with over 400 academic and industry leaders gathering to explore new trends for scholar-leaders in AI era

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The Faculty of Business at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) hosted a grand dinner on 14 May to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme. The event was attended by Mr Paul CHAN, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government of the People’s Republic of China, as the guest of honour. It brought together over 400 industry...

By Advertising partner

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The IndependentMostly Factual2h ago

Mike Pence says Trump’s $1.8B ‘slush fund’ for allies, including J6-ers who shouted to hang him, is ‘deeply offensive’

Former vice president, who was a target of January 6 rioters, said it was ‘unacceptable’ to create a multi-billion-dollar fund for those who attacked the Capitol

By Ariana Baio

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YahooMostly Factual2h ago

Trump Says He 'Saved' Crypto, But Did Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Actually Benefit?

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national-postMostly Factual6h ago

Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund ‘deeply offensive,’ should be abandonned: Ex-VP Pence

'It’s a bad idea from the start and I would encourage the administration just to drop it,' he said Sunday

By Bloomberg News

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual4h ago

What Mike Pence said about Trump and JD Vance; explosive claims spark GOP debate: ‘New threat to…’

In promoting his new book, Mike Pence cautions that the Republican Party faces an internal divide.

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual5h ago

Trump Reacts to Artists Ditching Freedom 250 Concert: ‘Cancel It’

Initially on the lineup, Martina McBride, Morris Day, Young MC and more announced they would not perform at Washington, D.C. event after learning about organizers' Trump ties

By Daniel Kreps

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual6h ago

'No. 1 attraction in the world': Trump says he will headline Nat'l Mall fair after singers drop out

Trump said that he would "take the place of these highly paid, third rate ‘Artists,’ to speak at the start of the festivities to be held on the National Mall in late June.

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ndtvMostly Factual13h ago

What Trump's Latest Health Checkup Says And What He Needs To Work On

The report showed that his health appears better than what is typically expected for someone his age.

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tmzMixed3h ago

CIA Officer Busted With Gold Bars Has Ties To Trump's Deputy Defense Secretary

David Rush, the longtime CIA officer who was arrested for allegedly hoarding $40 Million in gold bars at his home, has been linked to President Donald Trump's No. 2 man at the Pentagon. Rush used to work with billionaire Stephen A. Feinberg ...…

By TMZ Staff

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express-tribuneMostly Factual7h ago

Trump, Pakistan and the Abraham Accords

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By Kamran Yousaf

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Daily Star BDMixed6h ago

Trump admin walks back recent announcement: NYT - The Daily Star

Trump admin walks back recent announcement: NYT  The Daily Star

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Daily SabahMixed8h ago

US ambassador to Türkiye Barrack named special envoy to Syria, Iraq

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Sunday that Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack will also serve as his special envoy for Syria and Iraq. Trump said Washington deepens its stra...

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ukrinformMixed4h ago

Turkey prepares for Trump's visit to NATO summit – Fidan

Turkey is continuing preparations for the upcoming NATO summit, including arrangements for a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Tehran TimesLow6h ago

Trump’s retreat in the face of Iran’s resilience, deterrence, and initiative - Tehran Times

Trump’s retreat in the face of Iran’s resilience, deterrence, and initiative  Tehran Times

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kuwait-timesMixed6h ago

Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair opening - Kuwait Times

Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair opening  Kuwait Times

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myjoyonlineMixed8h ago

AMECO launches 80th anniversary with a focus on infrastructure development

The Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education, Amedzofe (AMECO) in the Ho West District of the Volta Region has launched its 80th anniversary celebrations to commemorate the College’s legacy. The anniversary will highlight the contributions of the institution, which serves as both a non-formal and formal education centre, in promoting the development of Ghana’s human resources. […]

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star-malaysia31 May, 07:35First to report

US farmers seek firmer soybean guarantees despite Xi-Trump agriculture pledge - The Star

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dennik-n31 May, 10:06

Rozchod medzi IT sektorom a hnutím MAGA sa blíži

la-vanguardia31 May, 10:32

Donald Trump Jr. comparte imágenes inéditas de su boda con Bettina Anderson en las Bahamas

ndtv31 May, 11:05

What Trump's Latest Health Checkup Says And What He Needs To Work On

aktuality-sk31 May, 11:30

Donal Trump navrhuje zrušiť koncerty k 250. výročiu USA. Chce obrovské MAGA zhromaždenie

cnbc31 May, 12:00

Why Trump reversed course to fast-track psychedelic drugs for mental healthcare

hvg31 May, 12:00

Negyedszer vizsgálták orvosok Donald Trumpot a megválasztása óta

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Al Jazeera31 May, 13:41

Protesters want to send ‘fascists to Mars’ aboard mock rocket

faz31 May, 13:42

„Das erwachsene Land“: Goodbye, Amerika

berlingske31 May, 13:43

Seneste nyt om amerikansk politik – følg med direkte

n1-serbia31 May, 14:31

Gardijan: Vredne energetske ugovore na Balkanu dobija nepoznata firma povezana sa Donaldom Trampom

luxemburger-wort31 May, 14:37

Trump will bei US-Jubiläumsfeier im Mittelpunkt stehen

digi2431 May, 14:47

Trump taie fondurile pentru anchetele crimelor de război atribuite Rusiei. Mamele care încă își caută copiii: „Vreau să-l țin în brațe”

vijesti-me31 May, 14:48

Gardijan: Vrijedne energetske ugovore na Balkanu dobija nepoznata...

tvn2431 May, 15:26

Prezydent kontra własne państwo. Pytania o granice władzy i wpływów Donalda Trumpa

Daily Sabah31 May, 15:40

US ambassador to Türkiye Barrack named special envoy to Syria, Iraq

il-sole-24-ore31 May, 15:53

Usa, i dem contro il fondo di Trump per risarcire chi ha assaltato Capitol Hill

myjoyonline31 May, 15:57

AMECO launches 80th anniversary with a focus on infrastructure development

der-standard31 May, 16:00

Antichrist, Rechtsruck, Steuerflucht: Peter Thiels Ideologie, erklärt

SCMP31 May, 16:00

PolyU Faculty of Business celebrates 30th anniversary of its DBA programme, with over 400 academic and industry leaders gathering to explore new trends for scholar-leaders in AI era

The Guardian31 May, 16:04

Trump’s interior secretary dismisses calls to identify donors for ‘nonpartisan’ concert series

dnevnik-bg31 May, 16:13

Тръмп си назначи нов спецпратеник за Сирия и Ирак

dhaka-tribune31 May, 16:16

Trump admits Iran war should never have happened - Dhaka Tribune

express-tribune31 May, 16:25

Trump, Pakistan and the Abraham Accords

CNN31 May, 16:27

Burgum pushes back on artists claiming Freedom 250 event is partisan - CNN

Times of India31 May, 16:27

Trump's messy makeover reveals golden age of chaos

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Tehran Times31 May, 17:29

Trump’s retreat in the face of Iran’s resilience, deterrence, and initiative - Tehran Times

national-post31 May, 17:43

Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund ‘deeply offensive,’ should be abandonned: Ex-VP Pence

jerusalem-post31 May, 17:47

'No. 1 attraction in the world': Trump says he will headline Nat'l Mall fair after singers drop out

Daily Star BD31 May, 17:49

Trump admin walks back recent announcement: NYT - The Daily Star

kuwait-times31 May, 18:17

Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair opening - Kuwait Times

newsbeast31 May, 18:23

Ο Ντόναλντ Τραμπ όρισε τον Τομ Μπάρακ προεδρικό απεσταλμένο σε Συρία και Ιράκ

la-repubblica31 May, 18:38

Le maratone di Trump sui social: “Sono un genio. E sono meglio di Elvis”

rolling-stone31 May, 18:54

Trump Reacts to Artists Ditching Freedom 250 Concert: ‘Cancel It’

hindustan-times31 May, 19:23

What Mike Pence said about Trump and JD Vance; explosive claims spark GOP debate: ‘New threat to…’

index-hr31 May, 19:25

Trump je htio brzi rat. Dobio je iransku verziju Vijetnama

naftemporiki31 May, 19:30

ΗΠΑ: Ο Τραμπ διόρισε τον πρέσβη στην Τουρκία, Τομ Μπάρακ, ως ειδικό απεσταλμένο για Συρία και Ιράκ

ukrinform31 May, 19:59

Turkey prepares for Trump's visit to NATO summit – Fidan

NYT31 May, 20:07

Trump Hits the Stalemate Phase of His Interventions in Gaza, Ukraine and Now Iran

rzeczpospolita31 May, 20:12

Teksas. Zwycięstwo Donalda Trumpa, które może się obrócić w przegraną

tmz31 May, 20:45

CIA Officer Busted With Gold Bars Has Ties To Trump's Deputy Defense Secretary

NPR31 May, 21:04

Trump floats MAGA rally instead of concert after musicians drop out of Freedom 250

Yahoo31 May, 22:00

Trump Says He 'Saved' Crypto, But Did Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Actually Benefit?

Fox News31 May, 22:03

Mojtaba Khamenei touts new anti-US alliance as Gulf backchannels seep into Tehran: analyst

The Independent31 May, 22:07

Mike Pence says Trump’s $1.8B ‘slush fund’ for allies, including J6-ers who shouted to hang him, is ‘deeply offensive’

vg31 May, 22:48

Artister trekker seg fra USAs jubileum – nå skal Trump selv åpne festen

dagbladet31 May, 23:26Latest update

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