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Republican unloads on 'morally blind' Trump after new Putin alliance: 'Disgraceful'

President Donald Trump faced a blistering rebuke from a fellow Republican on Monday, with outgoing Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) accusing him of siding with Russian President Vladimir Putin — and declaring that his influence in Congress has collapsed. The criticism came during a CNN interview with Jake Tapper , following what correspondent Nick Paton Walsh…

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Harman: US Foreign Policy in 'Freefall'Jane Harman, former California democratic congresswoman, says US foreign and security policy is “in freefall” and argues the country lacks a strategy for Ukraine or the Middle East. Harman says Russian President Vladimir Putin is taking advantage of Trump and that Chinese President Xi Jinping has been “playing the long ball” successfully. She also says…

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Rep. Malliotakis Sees Diesel Prices in Trump’s Russia ShiftRep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) says there is a lot of confusion over President Donald Trump’s changing posture toward Russia as Russian attacks on Ukraine continue. Malliotakis says Trump is focused on bringing down diesel prices and believes getting Russia to increase diesel exports is a major part of that effort. She also says Americans connect the…

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The affordability question Republicans can't escapeOne issue is breaking through even among the most loyal Republican supporters: gas prices . Why it matters: Republicans promised to slash gas prices. But the Iran war sent them soaring, up 37% since President Trump took office . Republicans call it temporary. But there are limits to what voters will accept. On recent campaign trips with House Majority…

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Trump's promises are hampering Alaska GOP as voter 'fatigue' sets in: reportPresident Donald Trump has been rolling out a stream of pledges for Alaska, including a long-hoped-for gas pipeline, broadband money, and data center help — but Politico reports they may not be enough to overcome Republican voter "fatigue" in a state that’s now a Senate battleground. Trump said last month a $54 billion South Korean investment in the…

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Republicans Turn on Trump Over Russia Sanctions WaiverTrump's sanctions waiver has drawn bipartisan criticism, with lawmakers warning it could weaken pressure on Moscow.

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Dan Rather spots trouble Trump can't avoid much longer: 'Subject is bound to come up'Veteran journalist Dan Rather spotted one issue that President Donald Trump can't avoid much longer after he made his latest turn toward Russia. Over the last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin has received several gifts from Trump. The U.S. president has agreed to purchase Russian diesel fuel, which analysts say won't have any impact on gas prices…

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Drill, baby drill! Americans want energy independence from foreign countries: pollDrill baby, drill! A majority of Americans support energy independence so the U.S. no longer has to rely on foreign countries for oil and natural gas, according to a new survey.

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Trump Open to Putin-Xi Talks Without Zelenskyy, Early Voting Underway for Majority of US"Balance of Power: Late Edition" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On today's show, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) discusses the midterm elections and President Donald Trump's changing posture toward Russia as he seeks to increase Russian diesel exports, and Jane Harman, former democratic congresswoman from California, talks…

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JD Vance declines to endorse Netanyahu despite Trump's strong backingVice President JD Vance said he will not weigh in on Israel's upcoming election after Trump threw his support behind Netanyahu's reelection bid.

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Trump’s Push for Deals With Russia Powers His Frustration With UkraineThe series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.

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