As the week wraps up, here’s a quick recap of the major political events that unfolded over the past few days.
Mike Johnson Says Trump’s ‘Largest Tax Cut in History’ Is Putting More Money in Americans’ Pockets
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) praised the Trump administration’s tax policies, which include tax breaks for tipped and overtime workers, an expanded Child Tax Credit, and new investment accounts for children.
On Sunday, Johnson took to X to voice his support for these policies, emphasizing that they were in line with the priorities voters had backed. He argued that the Republicans were striving to deliver tangible financial benefits to the American people.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Says ‘Multibillionaire’ Trump Wants American ‘Tax Paying Slaves’ to Work More to Fund Government Spending
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized President Donald Trump on Wednesday, using his own words against him. She argued that the real economic problem is Washington’s spending and war costs, not the work ethic of Americans.
Greene took to X to share a post from Trump, where he complained about the number of non-working holidays in the U.S. She pointed out that Trump’s policies are hurting Americans.
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Trump May Declare an End to Iran War
Trump is reportedly considering ending the war with Iran despite ongoing military challenges and economic strain. He believes that continued economic pressure could force Tehran to dismantle its nuclear program or lead to the regime’s collapse.
However, the U.S. military continues to maintain a presence of 50,000 troops in the region, ready to launch larger offensive attacks if necessary. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who initially promised a swift resolution to the conflict, is now quietly extending troop deployments.
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White House Vets Candidates for Four Vacant CFTC Seats: Report
The White House has reportedly vetted candidates for four vacant seats on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). However, it remains unclear when or if nominations will move forward.
The vacancies leave the agency far short of its intended bipartisan structure. According to the law, no more than three of the CFTC’s five commissioners can belong to the same political party, ensuring representation from both parties.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Blames Trump as Diesel Prices Hit Record High
Former Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized President Donald Trump on Friday, attributing the record-high diesel prices to the ongoing wars in Russia-Ukraine and Iran.
She argued that these “failed campaign promises” are “hurting Americans,” as the cost of goods rises “as everything gets delivered by diesel.”
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