The political landscape continues to buzz with intrigue as potential 2024 presidential candidates make headlines. Former President Donald Trump’s financial situation and legal battles have sparked debate. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden’s strategic oil trade decisions have attracted attention. Here’s what you might have missed this week.
Biden against Trump: the race to 2024 is getting tighter
A recent poll suggests a potential rematch between Donald Trump AND Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election. The national Emerson College Polling poll held in late January showed Trump had 46% voter support, just one point ahead of Biden. This shows a glimmer of hope for the Democratic field, despite Trump’s slight lead. Read the full article here.
Trump’s request for $10 billion is questioned
David Cay Johnston, a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and biographer of Donald Trump, has cast doubt on Trump’s claim that he is worth $10 billion. During an appearance on CNN’s “Anderson 360,” Johnston expressed skepticism about the former president’s wealth, challenging Trump’s 2015 claim that he was a ten-time billionaire. Read the full article here.
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And Jean Carroll donates $83 million defamation award
Victor, in an $83 million defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump, AND Jean Carroll, announced her intention to donate the award money to causes that Trump opposes. The jury ordered Trump to pay Carroll for reputation restoration and emotional distress, from which she plans to set up a fund for women assaulted by Trump. Read the full article here.
Nikki Haley criticizes Trump’s $50 million legal bills
Former US ambassador to the United Nations and presidential aspirant, Nikki Haley, criticized Donald Trump for his estimated $50 million legal bills over the past year. Haley argued on X (formerly Twitter) that Trump’s focus on legal battles could hurt his chances against Joe Biden in a potential election rematch. Read the full article here.
Biden: the master oil trader?
The Biden administration replenished the strategic oil reserve as oil prices fell in the fourth quarter, demonstrating strategic business decisions. This follows Biden’s 2022 decision to release 180 million barrels from the SPR to calm the market amid a surge in prices following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Read the full article here.
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