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Why Did Many Americans Choose Trump Again?

November 7, 2024

Millions of Americans are feeling down after Trump's re-election. They're confused and disappointed. How could someone who caused so much chaos and trouble win again? His lies, bigotry, and incompetence were rewarded, not punished. Racism and sexism might explain some votes, but what about the rest

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GOP's Confidence Grows Amid House Control Battle

November 7, 2024

As the dust settles on the election, Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP are feeling more confident about keeping control of the House. Despite the close races, many think the Republicans will maintain their majority. A senior GOP official even said, "We're going to hold the House. The question now is

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Kamala Harris's Concession Speech: What to Expect

November 7, 2024

Kamala Harris is set to deliver her concession speech today, acknowledging Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election. Traditionally, the losing candidate calls the winner to congratulate them, and Harris has done just that. Her speech will happen at Howard University, her alma mater, in Wa

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Latinos' Economic Concerns Boost Trump's Vote

November 7, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Latino voters played a pivotal role in helping Donald Trump secure a second term in the White House. The economy, especially the rising cost of food and housing, was the main concern for many Latino voters. According to exit polls, Trump managed to grab 45% of the His

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Markets Celebrate Trump's Reelection with Historic Gains

November 7, 2024

US stocks skyrocketed on Wednesday, following former President Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped by a massive 1, 507 points, or 3. 57%, to hit a new all-time high. This surge was the first time the Dow has gained more than 1, 000 points i

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German Chancellor Fires Finance Minister, Coalition Teeters

November 7, 2024

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz made a big move on Wednesday. He fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner. This decision could cause Germany's coalition government to collapse. Scholz said he had to do this to protect the country. The trouble started after Lindner wrote an 18-page economic paper. It

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Trump's Trials: What Happens Now That He's Back in Office?

November 7, 2024

Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election has thrown a wrench into his ongoing legal battles. He's the first convicted felon to win the White House, facing numerous cases. Let's break it down. In New York, Trump awaits sentencing for a hush money scandal involving Stormy Daniels. His lawy

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Trump's Comeback: Another Victory in the White House

November 7, 2024

Donald Trump has made history, securing his place in the Oval Office for a second term. He defeated Vice President Kamala Harris, who took over the Democratic campaign after President Joe Biden's withdrawal. Harris made history as the first woman of color to win a major-party nomination. The NBC Ne

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2024 Election Shake-up: Trump Wins, Stocks Skyrocket

November 7, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Donald Trump secured a landslide victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, flipping key battleground states and catching even his closest supporters off guard. Markets reacted enthusiastically, with the Dow jumping over 3% and hitting a new all-tim

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Will the US Ever Elect a Female President?

November 7, 2024

Precious Brady-Davis, a Black transgender woman, just won a local election but felt disappointed that the US didn't elect a female president. Many women voters also shared this sentiment. Despite Kamala Harris' historic run, she didn't secure enough votes to win. Some women supported Trump for his v