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Trump’s trip to China has been postponed. Maybe that’s for the best.

President Trump's planned trip to China has been indefinitely postponed due to the economic fallout and geopolitical chaos caused by his decision to...

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

If Democrats win back the Senate and the House, they may have Trump to thank

President Trump's refusal to accept the results of the 2020 election is causing political consequences for Republicans, as they are being pressured to...

23.03.2026 3

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump's era normalizes Washington sex scandals

The Trump administration has been plagued by a series of sex scandals involving powerful people, including extramarital affairs, sexual harassment,...

16.03.2026 4

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MAGA divides over Israel as Trump stirs Iran debate

President Trump's decision to support Israel in a potential war with Iran has caused a rift in the Republican Party, with some top right-wing...

09.03.2026 5

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Trump, Rubio seek a deal with Havana: Has the US-Cuba saga reached its finale?

Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are working to end the Castro regime in Cuba, with Rubio secretly negotiating with the ruling family, while...

02.03.2026 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

The challenge of the current generation of Black politicians

Black political power has reached a high point, with record numbers of Black members in the House and Senate, but Black voters are still asking what...

23.02.2026 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Why so many congressional Republicans are retiring

Congressional Republicans are facing a difficult decision: quit, stay silent, or accept the price of Trump worship as the midterms approach and public...

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Epstein scandal: Unlocking secrets of power abuse

The Epstein scandal is still relevant as the midterms approach, as it reveals the way power is structured and operates, and many Republicans in...

09.02.2026 9

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

We need profiles in courage from congressional Republicans, not cowering

Top Republicans in Congress are being silenced by President Trump's threats and intimidation tactics, leaving Americans to question if they are being...

26.01.2026 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

How Democrats can fight Trump's ICE enforcement actions

Democrats must take bold action to address the growing presence of ICE agents in the US, including imposing congressional oversight and holding ICE...

19.01.2026 6

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

The first political storm of 2026: Trump’s misadventure in Venezuela

The Trump administration's invasion of Venezuela was based on false pretenses, and could lead to another costly and disastrous "forever" war.

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump blurs roles as businessman and president

President Trump has been using his position to promote his own business ventures, such as watches, gold cards, and crypto investments, while also...

29.12.2025 20

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Jockeying for 2028 has already begun — don’t overlook AOC

President Trump's disastrous speech has led to an early start to the 2028 presidential primaries, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez emerging as a...

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Protect children and US democracy from malign tech influence

Social media platforms are being used to inject toxic nonsense into American political discourse, and foreign governments are engaging in daily U.S....

15.12.2025 8

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Democrats, create Project 2027 and hope your wave comes

Democrats are closing out 2025 with momentum, having won double-digit victories in Virginia and New Jersey, and are now looking ahead to 2027 with the...

08.12.2025 9

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Is the Epstein scandal the biggest in American presidential history? 

The Jeffrey Epstein scandal is potentially the biggest in U.S. presidential history, with the 2026 elections set to answer that question, as the...

01.12.2025 8

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Happy Thanksgiving — keep dreaming about what’s possible in America

Chris, a NASA astronaut and grandson of Panamanian immigrants, is set to embark on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station,...

24.11.2025 7

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Schumer joins the club of party leaders punished for governing like adults

Nancy Pelosi has avoided being beaten up by extremists in her party, unlike Charles Schumer and Mitch McConnell who have faced calls to resign for...

17.11.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

If MAGA doesn't want to be labeled racist, it should stop elevating racists

Memo to President Trump’s backers: If you want people to stop calling you racist, stop saying and doing racist things. And stop excusing racist...

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As the shutdown enters its second week, Democrats need to show fire in the belly

The Democrats are struggling to make a deal with President Trump to end the government shutdown, as they lack a clear agenda and are facing low...

06.10.2025 10

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Trump showcases his embarrassing ‘America First’ foreign policy at the UN

President Trump's recent appearance at the United Nations was marred by his reversal on Ukraine, his false claims of ending wars, and his attempts to...

29.09.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Let's talk — no muzzle on me or you

Juan Williams reflects on the legacy of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk and the importance of free speech, while criticizing Attorney General...

22.09.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Bad news awaits Republicans returning to DC

As September begins, Republicans remain on the defensive, and this time they won’t be able to call a time-out.

01.09.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Mamdani should look to Obama

The parallels between Mamdani and Obama are clear: Shocked by the upstart’s success, Wall Street titans, conservative media and Republicans try to...

25.08.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump turns against right-wing media and his own supporters over Epstein

The Epstein case is an earthquake for Trump and his base because the man keeping secrets is the one who was previously advertised by conservative...

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Live updates: Congress puts focus on funding as Epstein saga enters third week

Congress is pushing toward its summer recess this week, putting the focus on government funding amid the swirling saga of Jeffrey Epstein. Monday...

21.07.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Democrats should make 2026 a referendum on Trump and Epstein

Memo to Democrats: If you want to trigger a wave of wins in next year’s midterms, demand hearings on the Epstein files.

21.07.2025 10

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Live updates: Trump touts 'major' Russia announcement; US agrees to Ukraine weapons deal

President Trump is touting a "major" announcement on Russia ahead of a meeting Monday morning with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. The meeting...

14.07.2025 7

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump attacks public employees, but unions are fighting back

There are signs of union revival.

14.07.2025 8

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Will Congress ever stand up to the president on war powers?

The absence of immediate fallout gave cover to a sea of members of Congress with eyes closed and mouths shut.

30.06.2025 10

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Live updates: White House confident Iran strikes decimated nuclear sites

The Trump administration is expressing confidence that Saturday's bombings of nuclear sites in Iran did the job of dismantling Tehran's nuclear...

23.06.2025 10

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Are Blacks and American Jews still political allies?

The idea of Black New Yorkers giving support to Mamdani because of his opposition to Israel is, well, bizarre.

23.06.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Have gay rights stalled with Trump back in power?

A new Gallup poll shows only 38 percent of Republicans now agree that “gay or lesbian relations” are morally acceptable.

16.06.2025 7

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Trump and Vance are hanging out with conspiracy theorists and kooks

President Lincoln had a team of rivals. President Trump has a team of conspiracy mongers.

09.06.2025 10

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Toxic online content is poisoning boys' minds — Congress must respond

Boys are targeted for content designed to stir anxieties about their ability to attract a woman.

26.05.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Watch live: White House holds news briefing ahead of Trump-Putin call

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is scheduled to brief reporters Monday morning. The briefing is scheduled shortly before President Trump...

19.05.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Not-so-grand old party: Democrats have an elderly problem

Late-night comedians love to joke about Congress as a retirement home. Last week, it looked like no joke.

19.05.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Pope Leo, like Pope Francis before him, cares deeply about immigrants

Both the new and former pope have support among most Americans for their pro-immigrant stance.

12.05.2025 10

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Trump and GOP House escalate war against the judiciary

Trump lawyers and immigration officials acting above the law apparently learned nothing from the ruin that befell Trump officials in his first term.

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RFK is causing irreparable damage to our public health system

For all the incompetence in the Trump administration, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert Kennedy Jr. is causing the most real harm.

28.04.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump cancels Juan Williams

Trump's war on America's racial history has claimed my book as a casualty — ironically, a best-seller that conservatives praised.

14.04.2025 10

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Trump's disrespect for courts endangers our system of justice

Trump has shown contempt for America's courts, calling for the impeachment of judges who block his executive orders and threatening law firms in...

07.04.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump and Musk are targeting Social Security, and you should worry

Why go after Social Security? Because that's where the money is.

31.03.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Democrats rage over their leaders' impotence

Democratic voters want their leaders to raise hell, but they aren't doing it.

24.03.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Pardon me? Clemency for Derek Chauvin would be nuts.

President Trump is being urged by influential right-wing podcaster Ben Shapiro to pardon Derek Chauvin, the white policeman convicted of killing a...

17.03.2025 7

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The state of the union under Trump is ... definitely not strong

President Trump faces a challenge in his speech to Congress, as he must address the shaky state of the nation, rising inflation, and his controversial...

03.03.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

The humiliation and debasement of Eric Adams

New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces bribery charges, similar to those faced by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and is under pressure from...

24.02.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump's idea of 'competence' — only white men need apply

President Trump has been criticized for promoting white men to key government positions despite their lack of qualifications, with many accusing him...

17.02.2025 8

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Senate Republicans just keep rolling over for Trump

Republican senators have no backbone when it comes to Trump's nominees.

10.02.2025 20

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor

Trump is back to make government chaotic again

Donald Trump is set to be sworn in for a second term as President of the United States today, with a base built on his time as a reality television...

20.01.2025 10

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Juan Williams, Opinion Contributor