Document prepared for Kremlin outlines hard-line negotiating stance

“The document, written in February by a Moscow-based think tank close to Russia’s Federal Security Service, lays out Russia’s maximalist demands.”

Weakening Vladimir Putin opens the door for Russian hardliners to regain power within Russian domestic and foreign politics.  (Yes, hardline Russians that were opposed to Glasnost and who forced Mikhail Gorbachev out of office are still active in Russian politics.)  Joe Biden allowing Volodymyr...

Canadians who visit US for more than 30 days will be fingerprinted

“New requirement hardens enforcement of existing law that hasn't been applied consistently to Canadians entering the United States”

Punch in the teeth? Yeah, kinda. But that's what bullies do. And America is now a PROUD BULLY! There are links in the seed.

Republicans Want to Make Hating Elon Musk a Crime

“The MAGA wing of the Republican party wants to use the DOJ to bite back against Musk protesters.”

Are we still allowed, on NT, to make statements that disagree with the fascists? It would be helpful to know just how complete MAGA control of NT has become. There are links in the seed.

Making Sweatshops Great Again

“Does Trump want us to manufacture sneakers, not semiconductors?”

There are links in the seed.

Senate Democrats planning to save face, avoid government shutdown

“Senate Democrats say privately that they will not allow a government shutdown, despite growing pressure from activists and liberal lawmakers who...”

Sorry, folks, it's not Republicans who are in disarray.  And Democrats can't rely on the status quo to save face any longer.  The boo-hoo politics of hurting seniors, children, and the disabled doesn't really obscure the fact that a government shutdown would unleash Elon Musk and DOGE.  Democrat...

SpaceX mission to recover ISS astronauts postponed | Salon.com

“Two astronauts stuck on the ISS since last TKTK will have to wait a little longer to return home.”

I think Elon should spend 6 months on the ISS and be told over and over again....we can't come get you yet something wrong with the rocket

Trump hawking Teslas? That's his truest form | Salon.com

“The single-minded resolve of an aging grifter is his greatest weapon — and weakness”

meh, I had POS/POTUS figured as more of a used car salesman ...

Stock Market Plummets, So Why Are Some Celebrating?

“The U.S. stock market has had a rocky week, losing $4 trillion in value... so why are some on social media enjoying this?”

Robert Morris, former Texas megachurch pastor and Trump adviser, indicted for child sex crimes | Salon.com

“Robert Morris previously served on President Donald Trump's evangelical advisory board”

gee, what a surprise ...

Trump Ruins America More

Tommy Tuberville: “I'm from the South…We educate our kids in different curriculums. Everybody should do their own thing." FYI: Alabama ranks 47/50 at the 8th Grade reading level. https://x.com/CalltoActivism/status/1899950457780383825 ==========================================...

Trump Family Has Held Deal Talks With Binance Following Crypto Exchange’s Guilty Plea

“Discussions for stake in Binance’s U.S. arm come as founder Changpeng Zhao has pushed for the administration to pardon him for his own 2023 guilty...”

Trump insults and threatens Ireland during leader’s White House visit

“When he wasn’t insulting Martin, Trump told reporters that his favorite person in Ireland is MMA fighter Conor McGregor, praising him for having...”

The Schumer Shutdown

““Funding the government should be a bipartisan effort, but Republicans chose a partisan path, drafting their [continuing resolution] without any...”

The House just passed a clean continuing resolution bill, which the Senate has until midnight Friday to pass it or the government will be shut down. With Republicans holding a 53-47 advantage in the Senate, and legislation needing 60 votes to overcome a filibuster, at least seven Democrats would...

NYPD arrests at least a dozen pro-Mahmoud Khalil demonstrators as 'pro-Hamas' Columbia graduate faces deportation

“At least a dozen protesters were cuffed as they clashed with NYPD officers during a demonstration in support of former Columbia University student...”

IF TRUMP WAS A FOREIGN AGENT, WHAT WOULD HE BE DOING DIFFERENTLY?

“and finally, take a $100 million bribe ,I'm sorry contribution, in public during a live infomercial for the druggies self-driving self-detonating...”

Hegseth orders review of US military standards, including grooming, after they were loosened under Biden

“Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday ordered a Pentagon-wide review of the physical fitness, body composition and grooming standards...”

Putin Aide Rejects Trump's Temporary Ukraine Ceasefire Offer

“The U.S. is proposing a 30-day ceasefire that was agreed with Ukraine.”

Trump lashes out at the Wall Street Journal after repeated attacks on tariffs

““If the goal is to harm U.S. auto workers and Republican prospects in Michigan, then by all means go ahead, Mr. President,” said the Journal’s...”

Photo: General Motors assembly workers attach the engine to the chassis of Chevrolet 2019 heavy-duty pickup trucks at General Motors Flint Assembly Plant in Flint, Michigan. Rebecca Cook/Reuters

Women will get most of the $124 trillion 'great wealth transfer.' Here's why.

“As part of the "great wealth transfer," more than $100 trillion is projected to change hands in the coming decades.”

Another article for the moderator “lock box”

Justice Department office that prosecutes public corruption slashed in size, sources say

“The Trump administration is slashing the size of the Justice Department's unit that oversees prosecutions of public officials accused of...”

Republicans Quietly Move to Relinquish Power to Undo Trump's Tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China - The New York Times

“House G.O.P. leaders tucked the provision into a procedural measure needed to pass a government spending bill.”

Donald Trump, Tesla Salesman

“In 2023, Donald Trump posted that electric-car supporters should “ROT IN HELL.” ”

Curling ad contains over two seconds of sizzling action

Race and IQ: The right returns to a troubling idea

“The online right loves talking about "IQ." Guess why.”

"One drop of blood". Isiah Hartenstein is Black. That is s-o-o-o-o-o STUPID! There are links in the seed.

Moderation Statistics

I want to start out thanking John R for being so prolific at commenting on multiple articles. it gave a huge sample of articles to get the moderation statistics from.  February results: Tickets given to Right or left leaning posters.                      Right...

America's clean-energy industry is growing despite Trump's attacks. At least for now.

The Words Federal Agencies Are Discouraged From Using Under Trump

“Federal agencies have issued guidance to employees on hundreds of terms to limit or avoid using. An analysis of government websites shows many of...”

Is this supposed to be a caricature of 1984? We'd laugh at this if it were happening in some Latin American comic-opera-republic... but we're not laughing because it is happening HERE! There are links in the seed.

Trump’s strategy is already backfiring in America’s backyard

“Trump is buoying liberals in Canada and Mexico”

Stupidity is not always a defect. President Trusk is living proof. Twice! But... the penalty for stupid action often falls on an innocent idiot doofus. MAGA!!! There are links in the seed.

Despite everything, US EV sales are up 28% this year

“In the US, customers are buying while there are still incentives, no extra tariffs”

There's a lot of EV news today. I'll put some other articles in the Comments section. There are links in the seed.

The Only Issue Trump Is Above Water on Is Immigration

A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Lose

“Especially when you're running a country”

Krugman opens this piece with a discussion of self-constraint. He had used many unpleasant qualifications for RWNJs, but not "insane". That word is clinical. Then he proceeds to show that today, "insane" has become appropriate. There are links in the seed.

How Do You Like the Trade War Now?

“Trump is furious that Canada won’t take his tariffs lying down.”

Man Shot by His Dog While Lying in Bed With His Girlfriend

“A man was shot in his left thigh while lying down after his dog jumped onto his bed and accidentally made contact with a loaded gun.”

Egg Prices Plummet

“The price of one dozen eggs rose to a high of more than $8 this month, but reports suggest costs are finally beginning to fall.”

It's a data point, not a trend.  But at least the data point gives hope for a desired trend.  The Trump administration can point to real, tangible efforts to lower egg prices and will, no doubt, take credit.  Some of that credit has been earned while most is yet to be realized.     This one is...

The reformation of American education

““We will drain the government education swamp and stop the abuse of your taxpayer dollars to indoctrinate America’s youth with all sorts of things...”

The Department of Education was created by then president Jimmy Carter in 1979, fulfilling a campaign promise to teachers’ unions. At the time I recall a bit of a debate about the cost with one democrat member of congress blurting out something about the need to change attitudes. Over time the...

Illegal migrant begs for forgiveness for Airbnb murder of friend on her birthday

“An upstate New York judge called the 2024 murder of 21-year-old Joselyn Jhoana Toaquiza "inexplicable" before sentencing her migrant killer to prison.”

Trump allies are blaming Lutnick for Trump’s tariff turmoil

Woman linked to Super Bowl reporter's death shouldn't have been free when he died, Louisiana AG says

“Other men have accused the Louisiana woman linked to the death of a Super Bowl reporter of drugging and robbing them — and she shouldn't have been...”

Egg prices plunge nearly $2, now lower than when Trump took office

“Approximately 160 million chickens have been euthanized due to the virus in the past few months, contributing to the marked rise in egg prices.”

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins told reporters Tuesday morning that egg prices have dropped by nearly $2 since the Trump administration initiated its biosafety strategy for combatting H5N1 bird flu, which has decimated the poultry industry in recent months.  Late last month, Rollins...

Is Tesla cooked?

“With Elon Musk in DC, Tesla has slumped. Sales are down, stock is down, and the future looks even tougher. How can the EV maker get back on track?”

Does Elon care? I mean... what's the difference between having two hundred billion dollars, and having three hundred billion dollars? I'm pretty sure I couldn't tell the difference. Could you? There are links in the seed.

The Populist vs. the Billionaire: Bannon, Musk and the Battle Within MAGA

“President Trump has made clear he wants to keep both men and their allies within his movement, but the tensions are growing.”

House Republicans pass spending bill as government shutdown looms

“Now that the House has dispatched its bill to the Senate, it's not yet clear how it will fare as it will require significant bipartisan support to...”

In dramatic fashion, House Republicans passed a bill to fund the government through the end of September 2025 -- a major victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, who has previously relied on Democrats for bipartisan support to avert a shutdown. The House voted 217-213 to pass the spending bill, known...

IS TRUMP MENTALLY UNSTABLE ? - A Newstalkers Poll

The Whiplash Presidency

“The president and his aides are changing their minds at nauseating speed.”

Nearly half of Department of Education staff set to be eliminated imminently | Fox News

“Department of Education staff will receive "reduction in force" notices Tuesday and will see nearly half of its staff terminated, Fox News Digital...”

U.S. Agrees to Resume Military Assistance to Ukraine

“The announcement followed talks in Saudi Arabia where Kyiv said it would support the Trump administration’s proposal for a 30-day cease-fire with...”

Anti-Semitism Is Just a Pretext

“The Trump administration, by contrast, really has done nothing about anti-Semitism in its own ranks. The administration is threatening more arrests...”

Mystery of Jersey's huge iron age hoard may have been solved

“Archaeologists identify a possible Celtic settlement on the island and believe the trove was hurriedly transported there”

It's a change of pace. It's TREASURE!! There are links in the seed.

US colleges warned of 'enforcement actions' over antisemitism allegations | Trump administration | The Guardian

“Warning comes after cancellation of $400m in funding to Columbia and detention of activist Mahmoud Khalil”

Chilling effect?? Yeah, maybe... D'ya think it's intended? I mean, using government ressources against private institutions would be wrong. Wouldn't it?? There are links in the seed.

It has been five years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic.

“Here are some "birthday presents"”

Remember bleach injections? That guy is running the country now. What could possibly go wrong? The Wells-Wallace piece is exceptional in breadth and depth. (I'm not normally a fan.) There are links in the seed.

Fact check: What Trump doesn’t mention about Canada’s dairy tariffs

Capitol Hill's Republican Sycophant Caucus

“As the president ventures further down a "diplomatic" track that punishes and alienates for no good reason our closest neighbor and ally, that...”

In “Free Expression”, Gerard Baker the Journal’s Editor at Large, offers a forthright and colorful take on the big political, economic and cultural issues shaping America and the world. The column appears weekly on Tuesdays.

The Economic Excuse Industry is Booming - Paul Krugman

“No, we don't need an economic "detox"”

We see this fascist behavior right here on NT, every day: lies, lies, and more lies. If the truth is "up", that is no reason not to proclaim with fervor, "DOWN!" There are links in the seed.

Trump Could Recoup Court Costs From Fani Willis Case

“A new Georgia reimbursement bill will allow President Donald Trump and his co-defendants to seek compensation for legal fees incurred in their...”

Kennedy Links Measles Outbreak to Poor Diet and Health, Citing Fringe Theories

“He cheered on questionable treatments like cod liver oil, and said that local doctors had achieved "almost miraculous and instantaneous" recoveries...”

Trump tariffs: Canadian steel, aluminum duties will soar to 50%

“President Donald Trump ordered his administration to raise tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum imports by an additional 25%.”

When will Trump supporters realize that Trump is irresponsible and irrational and is harming our nation?

It's the fall of China — The most wanted mine in history, found in America

“The U.S. just found a critical minerals goldmine in Nebraska, reducing dependence on China for niobium, scandium, and titanium. Here's what it means.”

No, no, no.  The United States has to have Ukrainian minerals.  The United States has to have Greenland minerals.  The non-producing commercial middlemen, favored by Bill Clinton, have ensured the United States is incapable of producing anything for itself.  Democrats will deploy indigenous...

Ontario slaps 25% tax increase on electricity exports to US in response to Trump’s trade war

“I will not hesitate to increase this charge.”

Canada is imposing tariffs on itself?  Canada is making its own exports more expensive to fight one man, Donald Trump?  The misguided hope for a glorious revolution by the proletariat has been one of the biggest philosophical hoaxes perpetrated by out of touch 'free thinkers'.   

Friends or foes?

“Donald Trump continued his budding trade war with Canada by pledging to 'just get it all back' with stiffer reciprocal tariffs next month - as...”

It seems that President Trump has ignited a once dormant nationalism in Canada and a bit of hostility from Mexico. It may be time now to examine what it is that Trump wants out of our two neighbors.Canada: The Liberal Party was headed toward defeat with Trudeau on his way out, but the Trump...

Trade Chaos May Be Part of an Illegal Game

“The time has long passed for Americans to dismiss the idea that Trump's yo-yo "trade policy" is a simple matter of indecision. They should ask...”

ACLU, national teachers union sues U.S. Department of Education

“The ACLU and the NEA sued the U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday for telling school officials to axe DEI programming and initiatives.”

Elon Musk, DOGE hit House lawmakers' war of words on government shutdown

“House Republicans and Democrats are using Elon Musk to message in very different ways about government shutdown fears.”

Columbia anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil was probed as national security threat — as Trump calls ICE bust 'first arrest of many'

“Columbia University protest ringleader Mahmoud Khalil was being investigated as a potential national security threat, and his arrest and impending...”

Rodrigo Duterte, ex-Philippine president, arrested on ICC warrant

“Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on an Interpol arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court amid accusations...”

‘I hate to predict things’: Trump downplays US recession fears amid trade tariffs

This is a guy who has no clue what he is doing. Unfortunately this is not Trump driving a casino into bankruptcy.   Because Trump supporters elected this buffoon, he has the power of the presidency and the ability to screw things up on a global level. Which he is doing.

Say goodbye to our national parks

Judge will not order Trump administration to restore canceled foreign aid contracts

(Reuters) -A federal judge on Monday declined to order President Donald Trump's administration to restore thousands of foreign aid contracts and grants that have been canceled since the president took office, though he found that the administration must speed up payments of close to $2 billion...

Pentagon's No. 2 Spokesperson Has Long History of Antisemitic, Bigoted Social Media Posts | Military.com

“Kingsley Wilson, the Pentagon's new deputy press secretary, has a yearslong history of making social media posts that traffic in a variety of...”

The Paranoid Style in MAGA Policy

“We basically have government by QAnon”

The lunatics are running the asylum. There are links in the seed.

The disappeared Columbia student is the start of a surveillance nightmare

“ICE agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil for his role in Columbia's campus-wide pro-Palestine protests. They may have used a vast surveillance dragnet to...”

Are they wearing Death's Heads on their caps, yet? There are links in the seed.

'Cowardice and cruelty': Rubio slammed for 'huge mistake that will dismantle US influence - Alternet.org

“After enduring days of harsh headlines and relentless ridicule, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio took to his personal social media account at...”

Rubio will be yet another person whose career will be ruined by his blind loyalty to Trump.

The Warning : Team Trump Is Destroying American Democracy

“ It is disgusting ,this rancidity will be washed away not by Chuck Schumer not by the corrupt political party that made it happen, but by the...”

This content was transcribed from a you tube video, hence the not perfect capitalization or grammar. 

Stock Market Crash Today: Nasdaq Drops Most Since 2022, $1T Wiped Out - Business Insider

“The 4% drop in the Nasdaq on Monday marked its worst day in years as Trump refused to rule out recession.”

Who is Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University agitator detained by ICE for deportation?

Elon Musk Wildly Calls Mark Kelly a 'Traitor' On X

“Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) fired back at Elon Musk on Monday after the Tesla billionaire called him a "traitor' for visiting Ukraine.”

Trump is shredding the First Amendment in his executive order targeting Perkins Coie | Vox

“Trump's retribution campaign is now targeting prominent Democratic lawyers — with broad implications for every American.”

I know nothing about law firms. I took a look at Perkins Coie online. Lots of women and dark skins. That's not DEI hiring. That' a DEI company. They worked for Hillary!! LOCK THEM UP!! LOCK THEM UP!! There are links in the seed.

Tesla's stock market capitalization has halved since December, following the election of Donald Trump.

“L'action de l'entreprise d'Elon Musk a chute, lundi, de plus de 8 %. Le plongeon s'inscrit dans une tendance plus large de baisse des cours a Wall...”

Perrie let a Le Monde seed stand, so...here's another! Basically... Tesla the auto-maker is suffering because of widespread disapproval of the CEO' behavior. There are links in the seed.

Dow falls 900 points in market rout after Trump says he won’t rule out a recession

Ontario slaps 25% tax increase on electricity exports to US in response to Trump’s trade war

““I will not hesitate to increase this charge. If the United State escalates, I will not hesitate to shut the electricity off completely,” ”

Our international relationships are just fine.   No damage.   No animosity. Trump is fixing high prices by causing prices to rise.   And Trump supporters keep defending this buffoon. Trump is doing a great job if the job is defined as fucking up.

40 Year Veteran Of The Washington Post Resigns Over Bezos

“https://x.com/maxwelltani/status/1899104445595521065/photo/1”

Trump Immigration Policy Ending Protection For 1.8 Million Immigrants

“Trump immigration policy poses a threat to some 1.8 million migrants, sparking legal, economic and humanitarian concerns.Here's what is at stake...”

A Continuing Resolution

“"I am working with the GREAT House Republicans on a Continuing Resolution to fund the Government until September to give us some needed time to...”

This week House Republicans will face another test of their unity as they attempt to pass a continuing resolution which will keep the government open until September 30th. The stop gap measure will likely set up Republicans to eventually cut taxes and spending in Reconciliation, while effectively...

To make America great, Donald Trump is undoing its greatness as global stock markets fall - ABC News

“What's most important for Australia — and the entire Western world — is that America has fallen to anti-globalists, and they are carrying out a...”

Cothrum: Forget the coasts, Dallas. We're competing with the Okies

“Dallas Cothrum: There's a Texodus underway to Oklahoma. Oklahoma had more people inbound from Texas than they lost to the Lone Star state. Oklahoma...”

Mark Carney, ex-central banker, to become Canada's next prime minister

“Former central banker Mark Carney will become Canada's next prime minister after the governing Liberal Party elected him its leader Sunday as the...”

After Trump clash, Zelensky's approval rating in Ukraine rises to 67% | South China Morning Post

“The poll showed Ukrainians were rallying behind their president, at a time when Kyiv's relationship with its biggest military backer is in crisis.”

About the first seven weeks of Donald Trump's presidency

“He’s decapitated different areas of the government and installed people who are incredibly loyal to him but not necessarily competent in their...”