World leaders congratulated Donald Trump on his recent U.S. presidential victory, calling it "historic" and expressing readiness to work with his administration. French President Macron and other European leaders voiced optimism about strengthening transatlantic ties on issues like defense, economic growth, and global stability.
The EU and NATO underscored the importance of continued U.S.-European cooperation, while other leaders worldwide echoed hopes for deeper partnerships to address shared challenges, including security and peace efforts. Leaders globally recognized Trump’s win as a new chapter in their relations with the United States.
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The EU and NATO underscored the importance of continued U.S.-European cooperation, while other leaders worldwide echoed hopes for deeper partnerships to address shared challenges, including security and peace efforts. Leaders globally recognized Trump’s win as a new chapter in their relations with the United States.
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As America approaches a new political chapter, it's time to recognize President Joe Biden’s long career in public service. Biden’s decision to step back in 2024 marked the end of over fifty years in federal office, with accomplishments including strengthened international alliances and significant domestic appointments. While his presidency saw both achievements and critiques, his commitment to the nation remained steadfast. Today, we offer our thanks for his dedication and wish him well as he leaves the stage.
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Trump Nominates Hegseth for Defense Secretary
President-elect Trump has nominated Pete Hegseth as defense secretary. Hegseth, a former FOX News co-host of "FOX & Friends Weekend," is a longtime military advocate.
“Pete has spent his life as a warrior for our troops and country,” Trump stated, praising Hegseth as “tough, smart, and a true believer in America First.”
Hegseth, who joined FOX News as a contributor in 2014 and became a co-host in 2017, made his last appearance with the network on Tuesday. FOX News lauded Hegseth's military insights and impact on viewers, wishing him success in his new role.
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President-elect Trump has nominated Pete Hegseth as defense secretary. Hegseth, a former FOX News co-host of "FOX & Friends Weekend," is a longtime military advocate.
“Pete has spent his life as a warrior for our troops and country,” Trump stated, praising Hegseth as “tough, smart, and a true believer in America First.”
Hegseth, who joined FOX News as a contributor in 2014 and became a co-host in 2017, made his last appearance with the network on Tuesday. FOX News lauded Hegseth's military insights and impact on viewers, wishing him success in his new role.
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Musk and Ramaswamy Tapped to Lead Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed billionaire Elon Musk and former GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to spearhead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The pair is tasked with dismantling bureaucracy, eliminating unnecessary regulations, reducing wasteful spending, and overhauling federal agencies.
Trump described the initiative as a potential "Manhattan Project" for modern governance, highlighting it as a long-standing Republican ambition. Musk and Ramaswamy will bring an external perspective, collaborating closely with the White House and the Office of Management & Budget to drive large-scale structural reform and infuse government with entrepreneurial spirit.
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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed billionaire Elon Musk and former GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to spearhead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The pair is tasked with dismantling bureaucracy, eliminating unnecessary regulations, reducing wasteful spending, and overhauling federal agencies.
Trump described the initiative as a potential "Manhattan Project" for modern governance, highlighting it as a long-standing Republican ambition. Musk and Ramaswamy will bring an external perspective, collaborating closely with the White House and the Office of Management & Budget to drive large-scale structural reform and infuse government with entrepreneurial spirit.
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