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Trump’s Claim “I’ve Cut Hundreds of Thousands of Federal Jobs”

Quick Summary President Trump has repeatedly claimed he has fired or cut “hundreds of thousands” of federal workers since returning to the White House in January 2025. Official figures from government agencies show federal employment dropped by roughly 270,000–317,000 positions in fiscal 2025, and Trump has inflated these numbers in public remarks.  His administration hasContinue reading “Trump’s Claim “I’ve Cut Hundreds of Thousands of Federal Jobs””

Trump Says China Will “Eliminate the Stanley Cup,” Threatens to Block New Ontario–Michigan Bridge Opening Until U.S. Is “Fully Compensated”

Date: February 10, 2026 In a dramatic escalation of tensions with Canada and broadening trade disputes involving China, President Donald Trump issued a combative statement this week asserting that a major new Canada–U.S. bridge will not open unless the United States is “fully compensated” and respected in bilateral relations. The statement, shared on his socialContinue reading “Trump Says China Will “Eliminate the Stanley Cup,” Threatens to Block New Ontario–Michigan Bridge Opening Until U.S. Is “Fully Compensated””

Sen. Jon Ossoff Condemns Trump Over Social Media Posts About the Obamas, Calls Out “Presidential-Level” Courage in Accountability

Date: February 10, 2026 Senator Jon Ossoff (D‑GA) made headlines today with a forceful public critique of former President Donald Trump, accusing him of invoking imagery reminiscent of white supremacist groups in a recent social media post targeting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Ossoff characterized the post as not onlyContinue reading “Sen. Jon Ossoff Condemns Trump Over Social Media Posts About the Obamas, Calls Out “Presidential-Level” Courage in Accountability”