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Trump draws Marie Antoinette comparisons as he leans into the gilded trappings of the presidency
President Donald Trump is more overtly leaning into some of the spoils of his office in his second term, drawing comparisons to French Queen Marie Antoinette from political opponents.
April 17, 2026 · 7:49 AM
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Politics Friday: Keeping up with the legal jousting between state, federal governments
Coming up Friday at noon, a conversation with Attorney General Keith Ellison. Later, a look at the debate over data centers.
April 17, 2026
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Trump’s Crypto Agenda Is Struggling. 3 Things That Could Turn It Around.
Bitcoin has lost almost 30% since President Donald took office, pledging to make the U.S. a “crypto capital.” Congress and regulators could help turn things around.
April 17, 2026
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JD Vance: the vice president of diminishing returns
Whether he’s bringing peace to the Middle East or arguing Just War theory with the Bishop of Rome, Vance seems to be everywhere these days
Apr 17, 2026
ICE acting director will resign at the end of May, DHS officials say
Todd Lyons, who was named acting director in March 2025, led the agency at the center of President Donald Trump’s plans to reshape immigration to the U.S.
Apr 17, 2026