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Trump’s transport chief prospects include former Uber exec
Other contenders for the job include current and former members of Congress.
17 Nov 2024 - 10:41AM
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Trump names fossil fuel executive Chris Wright as energy secretary
17 Nov 2024 - 6:20AM
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Musk suggests Trump let public weigh in on who should lead US Treasury
17 Nov 2024 - 5:01AM
United States & Canada
Trump’s defence pick Hegseth was flagged as possible ‘insider threat’
The ex-Fox News host has a ‘Deus Vult’ tattoo on his bicep, a Christian expression that has become associated with right-wing extremism.
16 Nov 2024 - 12:38PM
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Pete Hegseth walks to an elevator for a meeting Donald Trump at Trump Tower in New York in December 2016. Photo: AP
United States & Canada
Trump names combative spokesman Steven Cheung as communications director
Cheung, who previously worked for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, has a reputation for insulting attacks on Trump’s opponents.
16 Nov 2024 - 7:56AM
United States & Canada
Musk met Iran UN ambassador on defusing tension under Trump, US report says
The meeting, if confirmed, would again show the immense influence of the world’s richest man, who has constantly been at Trump’s side.
15 Nov 2024 - 7:38AM
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United States & Canada
Trump taps vaccine sceptic RFK Jnr to lead top US health agency
Robert F. Kennedy Jnr vows to tackle chronic disease, corruption, and provide data for informed decisions.
15 Nov 2024 - 12:36PM
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Politics
US lawmaker introduces legislation to revoke China’s trade status
Proposal by chair of House panel on China would set minimum tariffs on Chinese imports but is unlikely to pass this congressional session.
15 Nov 2024 - 4:39AM
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Measures to revoke normal trade relations with China have been introduced in both houses of the US Congress but have not advanced. Photo: AP
Diplomacy
Xi arrives in Peru for Apec, ready to sign 30 bilateral deals for China
A focal point of his visit will be the virtual inauguration of the South American country’s US$3.5 billion port funded by Beijing.
15 Nov 2024 - 10:09AM
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United States & Canada
Trump attorney general pick Gaetz faces scrutiny over sexual misconduct report
A top Republican lawmaker wants to see the unreleased ethics report, and an alleged victim’s lawyer says the document should be made public.
15 Nov 2024 - 2:02AM
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US Elections
For lame duck Biden, an anticlimactic exit from the world stage
Outgoing US president, who will give way to Donald Trump in two months, has little to no clout at upcoming global summits.
15 Nov 2024 - 12:29AM
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US Elections
What does Trump’s pick for Pentagon chief mean for US-China military ties?
Analysts warn Donald Trump’s decision to nominate Pete Hegseth for defence secretary could inject unpredictability into fragile relations.
14 Nov 2024 - 8:29PM
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US president-elect Donald Trump (right) says that with Fox News host Pete Hegseth poised to become defence chief, “America’s enemies are on notice”. Photo: Reuters
United States & Canada
Trump taps firebrand congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general
Gaetz could be key to Trump’s plans to carry out mass deportations, pardon January 6 rioters, and seek retribution against enemies.
14 Nov 2024 - 3:23PM
United States & Canada
Trump team making list of Pentagon officers to fire: ‘They’ll all be gone’
Those targeted may include the most senior US military leaders – a major shake-up even as wars rage in Ukraine and the Middle East.
14 Nov 2024 - 6:27AM
United States & Canada
Trump picks China critic Rubio as secretary of state, Gabbard as intel chief
President-elect Trump calls Marco Rubio a ‘fearless warrior’, praises Tulsi Gabbard’s ‘fearless spirit’ in announcements.
14 Nov 2024 - 8:52AM
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US Elections
Republicans keep control of US House, giving Trump’s agenda a smoother path
With Republicans retaking the US Senate, the party controls both legislative chambers.
14 Nov 2024 - 3:46PM
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US President-elect Donald Trump shakes hands with US House Speaker Mike Johnson as he meets with House Republicans on Capitol Hill in Washington on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
United States & Canada
Dogecoin soars as Trump names Musk to head new DOGE efficiency department
‘Dogefather’ Musk is a long-time fan of the cryptocurrency with the canine mascot, and a staunch backer of the US president-elect.
14 Nov 2024 - 5:55AM
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Diplomacy
Republicans pick John Thune as US Senate leader over Trump ally Rick Scott
The South Dakota lawmaker’s victory is a sign the Senate might retain some degree of independence from Trump next year.
14 Nov 2024 - 11:40AM
United States & Canada
Pentagon secrets leaker sentenced to 15 years in US prison
Jack Teixeira, 22, pleaded guilty to six criminal counts and said ‘I’m sorry for all of the harm’.
13 Nov 2024 - 11:42AM
United States & Canada
Trump rewards Elon Musk with leading role in new ‘Department of Government Efficiency’
The organisation will operate outside the confines of the US government, despite its name.
13 Nov 2024 - 2:32PM
Elon Musk at a rally for Donald Trump in New York, in October. Photo: AFP
US Elections
Trump taps Pete Hegseth for Pentagon chief, John Ratcliffe to lead CIA
Donald Trump’s team is moving quickly to fill key roles for the incoming administration.
13 Nov 2024 - 10:51AM
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US Elections
Trump names architects of his promised mass deportation policy
Choices for ‘border tsar’, policy director and homeland security chief are known for hardline immigration stances.
14 Nov 2024 - 10:42PM
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Politics
Is Taiwan ‘not doing enough’? Why Donald Trump’s demands may prove impossible
Taiwan might face impossible expectations from US president-elect who has called for island to drastically increase military spending.
13 Nov 2024 - 10:25AM
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