‘Punishable by death!’: Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers of sedition

President attacks Democrats in post on Truth Social after US lawmakers swiftly move bill through Congress Donald Trump signed a bill Wednesday directing the justice department to release files from the investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, surrendering in the face of joint pressure from Democratic opponents and the president’s conservative base. The signature marked a sharp reversal for Trump, who had the authority as president to release the documents himself, but chose not to. Continue reading… Source link

But Sunshine state Republicans might oppose drilling off state’s famous beaches that keep tourism dollars coming in The Trump administration on Thursday announced new oil and gas drilling off California’s and Florida’s coasts, setting the stage for a political showdown – including with Sunshine state Republicans who have largely opposed petroleum development in the Gulf of Mexico. This announcement comes as the US petroleum industry, despite contending with low crude prices, has been pushing for an entree to additional offshore drilling areas. The industry’s move for increased access also marks an effort to increase jobs and US energy independence,…

It’s a climate-vulnerable nation, while also being the world’s sixth-largest greenhouse-gas emitter. Global investment in climate action is vital Continue reading… Source link