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Coins, watches and more: A look at Trump's crypto-related ventures, by the numbers

Coins, watches and more: A look at Trump's crypto-related ventures, by the numbers

Donald Trump has leaned into his unofficial role as the “ crypto president ” in ways that can both help the crypto industry and enrich himself and his family.
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Emboldened crypto industry seeks to cement political influence and mainstream acceptance

Emboldened crypto industry seeks to cement political influence and mainstream acceptance

When the Trump administration’s crypto czar, David Sacks, recently held a news conference to announce a new congressional working group to advance cryptocurrency regulation, many digital asset enthusiasts were unimpressed and underwhelmed.
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Mike Pence emerges as one of the few Republicans willing to challenge Trump 2.0

Mike Pence emerges as one of the few Republicans willing to challenge Trump 2.0

WASHINGTON (AP) — His group spent nearly $1 million on ads opposing Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead the nation's health agencies.
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'Waste, fraud and abuse' is a political fight older than the nation. Here's what to know

'Waste, fraud and abuse' is a political fight older than the nation. Here's what to know

ATLANTA (AP) — Good-government advocates, anti-tax conservatives, politicians of various stripes and everyday Americans grouse about “waste, fraud and abuse” across the U.S. government.
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Ontario election 2025: Where the leaders are on Monday, Feb. 17

Ontario election 2025: Where the leaders are on Monday, Feb. 17

Here’s where the leaders of Ontario’s main political parties are on Monday, Feb. 17: Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford Toronto: Ford will be in Toronto for the leader’s debate.
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N.L. launched a basic income program for older adults. So far, just 110 have enrolled

N.L. launched a basic income program for older adults. So far, just 110 have enrolled

ST. JOHN'S, N.L.
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Trump administration cuts reach FDA employees in food safety, medical devices and tobacco products

Trump administration cuts reach FDA employees in food safety, medical devices and tobacco products

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration’s effort to slash the size of the federal workforce reached the Food and Drug Administration this weekend, as recently hired employees who review the safety of food ingredients, medical devices and other pro
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Justice Department's independence is threatened as Trump's team asserts power over cases and staff

Justice Department's independence is threatened as Trump's team asserts power over cases and staff

WASHINGTON (AP) — Pam Bondi had insisted at her Senate confirmation hearing that as attorney general, her Justice Department would not “play politics.
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Trump attends the Daytona 500 and says the spirit of NASCAR will 'fuel America's Golden Age'

Trump attends the Daytona 500 and says the spirit of NASCAR will 'fuel America's Golden Age'

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.
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Some in Hurricane Helene-ravaged North Carolina embrace Trump's push to abolish FEMA

Some in Hurricane Helene-ravaged North Carolina embrace Trump's push to abolish FEMA

SWANNANOA, N.C. (AP) — Emily Russell remembers feeling hopeful after she managed to get an appointment with the Federal Emergency Management Agency not long after Hurricane Helene ripped though her home in Swannanoa, North Carolina .
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