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There's a rush for more & more Trump tributes on Capitol Hill
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads WASHINGTON: Imagine getting the day off for Donald Trump 's birthday. Receiving a $100 bill with Trump's portrait on it. Touching down at Donald J. Trump International Airport near the capital. And taking in a show at the Donald J. Trump Center for Performing Arts. All would be possible under a flurry of bills Republican lawmakers have sponsored this is six months into his second term, but some Republicans are ready to elevate him into the pantheon of American greats, proposing an ever-growing list of bills paying tribute well before his term ends. One lawmaker even proposes carving his face into Mount Rushmore. It's a legislative exercise mixing flattery and politics, providing a stark reminder of the Republican Party's transformation under Trump as lawmakers from red-leaning states and districts look for ways to win the president's good graces - and stay close to his supporters. Doug Heye, a Republican strategist who served as communications director of the Republican National Committee, said the bills have an important audience despite their seeming frivolity."This is more about one person," Heye said. "It's not, 'Hey, voters, look what I'm trying to do for Donald.' It's, 'Hey, Donald, look what I'm trying to do for you.'"House Republicans moved quickly to honour Trump after his second term began. The bill to rename Dulles International Airport in Virginia after Trump was introduced 72 hours after his swearing-in."Best president in my lifetime," said the bill's sponsor, Rep. Addison McDowell of North Carolina. Rep. Brandon Gill of Texas waited a few more weeks before sponsoring his bill to put Trump on the $100 bill, which now features Benjamin Franklin. His legislation stated no $100 bill printed after Dec 31, 2028, could be printed without Trump's portrait on the front, even though federal law bans living figures from being placed on US currency.
Time of India
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- Time of India
Rahul Gandhi backs Trump's 'dead economy' jibe, Congress split
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi echoed Donald Trump's assessment of India's economy as 'dead,' blaming the Modi government for its destruction and favoring Adani. This sparked disagreement within the Congress party, with Rajiv Shukla refuting Trump's claim and defending India's economic strength. Gandhi also questioned Modi's silence on Trump's tariffs and accused him of prioritizing Adani in trade deals. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday endorsed US President Donald Trump 's remarks that the Indian economy is 'dead' and accused the Narendra Modi government of 'destroying' the economy, comments that did not go down well with a section of his own party. The leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha also asked why Prime Minister Modi was silent on Trump slapping 25% tariffs on India "Yes, he (Trump) is right. Everybody knows this except the Prime Minister and the finance minister. Everybody knows that the Indian economy is a dead economy. I am glad that President Trump has stated a fact... The entire world knows that the Indian economy is a dead economy. BJP has finished the economy to help Adani," Gandhi told media persons outside comments came at a time when the Congress paradoxically was seeking to mock the "Modi-Trump friendship".Congress Working Committee member Rajiv Shukla, a Gandhi family loyalist, strongly rejected Trump's comments on the Indian economy, after Gandhi had endorsed the remarks."Trump saying that the economies of India and Russia are dead, is wrong. The Indian economy is not dead," he told media persons. "Economic reforms were made when PV Narasimha Rao and Manmohan Singh were there. Atal Bihari Vajpayee took those reforms forward. Manmohan Singh strengthened it in the 10 years. The current government has also worked on it. Our economic condition is not at all further said, "If someone claims they can finish us economically, it's likely due to a misunderstanding. Trump is living in a delusion. Imposing tariffs is wrong. Every nation has the right to trade with the nation it wants. Restricting them, speaking against the BRICS, speaking against trade and import from Russia, this is not right."Gandhi, on his part, targeted PM Modi for the tariffs on India announced by Trump a day earlier. "The main question is, Trump has claimed 30-32 times that he did a ceasefire. He also said that five Indian jets have fallen. Trump now says that he will impose 25% tariffs (along with an unspecified penalty for buying Russian oil and weapons). Why is PM Modi not able to give an answer? What is the actual reason? Who has the control in his hands?"The leader of the opposition in the Lok Saba further said, "PM Modi works only for one person - Adani. This (India-US trade) deal will take place, and PM Modi will do exactly what Trump says... The main issue... is that the government has destroyed our economic, defence and foreign policy. They are running this country into the ground."
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Trump suspects Netanyahu prolonging Gaza war for political gain, but unlikely to act: Report
President Trump increasingly suspects that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is extending the war in Gaza for political gain and obstructing ceasefire efforts, according to a report, citing two unnamed administration officials read more President Donald Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrive for a news conference in the East Room of the White House, on Feb. 4, 2025, in Washington. AP File US President Donald Trump increasingly suspects that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is extending the war in Gaza for political gain and obstructing ceasefire efforts, according to The Atlantic report, citing two unnamed administration officials. Despite these concerns, the officials said it is unlikely Trump will take any serious action against Netanyahu. A White House official told the publication that 'there is no significant rupture' in the relationship, adding, 'allies can sometimes disagree, even in a very real way.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Prime Minister Netanyahu's stance is complicating President Trump's efforts to stabilise the region and advance trade and business initiatives, reported The Atlantic. According to the report, citing US officials, one reason for envoy Steve Witkoff's current visit to Israel is to conduct an independent review of Israel's aid delivery to Gaza, amid Trump's rising concern over reports of a growing hunger crisis. Despite feeling slighted by Netanyahu, President Trump's frustration has not led to any major change in US policy. He continues to hold Hamas responsible for the latest collapse in ceasefire negotiations and has declined to align with France and the United Kingdom, who this week pledged to recognise a Palestinian state if Israel fails to improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza and commit to a peace process. On Thursday morning, seemingly trying to set aside his differences with Netanyahu, Trump wrote on Truth Social: 'The fastest way to end the Humanitarian Crises in Gaza is for Hamas to SURRENDER AND RELEASE THE HOSTAGES!!!' A few weeks ago, President Trump and PM Netanyahu exchanged gestures of symbolic significance: Trump publicly criticised the 'out-of-control' prosecutors handling Netanyahu's corruption trial, while Netanyahu nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize he has long sought. However, the goodwill from these moves quickly faded, overshadowed by deeper tensions between the two leaders. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In recent days, Trump has openly distanced himself from Netanyahu, rejecting his efforts to downplay Gaza's famine. Disturbed by images of starving children, Trump sent envoy Steve Witkoff to pressure Israel on aid access. The White House was also caught off guard by Israeli strikes in Syria and a missile that hit Gaza's only Catholic church. With inputs from agencies
