The biggest story of the past 12 hours is undoubtedly Trump’s budget framework passing the House. Here’s a rundown of other top stories making headlines this morning:
- House Advances Trump’s Tax-Cut Plan
The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives has moved forward with President Donald Trump’s tax-cut plan, a key part of his agenda. This follows a dramatic turnaround led by Speaker Mike Johnson, despite initial setbacks, highlighting the GOP’s push to unify ahead of looming deadlines like a potential government shutdown.
Source: The Hill – Published February 25, 2025 - Trump Proposes $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Citizenship Path
President Trump has floated a new “gold card” visa initiative, offering U.S. citizenship for a $5 million investment aimed at job creation. This proposal could replace the existing EB-5 visa program and has sparked debate over immigration and economic policy.
Source: Fox Business – Published February 25, 2025 - Pentagon Budget Revamp for Trump’s Defense Priorities
The Pentagon has ordered a significant budget overhaul, redirecting $50 billion to align with Trump administration defense priorities, including drones and border security. This comes amid broader efforts to reshape federal spending.
Source: NPR – Published February 19, 2025 - UK and France Back Trump’s Ukraine Peace Efforts
UK Prime Minister Starmer and France’s President Macron have expressed support for Trump’s push for a “durable peace” in Ukraine, signaling a shift in Western diplomatic alignment involving U.S. leadership amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Source: Reuters World News – Published February 25, 2025 - Trump Signals Support for Crypto Legislation
President Trump has indicated openness to supporting cryptocurrency legislation, aligning with growing bipartisan efforts in Congress to regulate digital assets. This could mark a significant shift in U.S. financial policy under his administration.
Source: Crypto Briefing – Published February 21, 2025
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