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President
Donald Trump
was forced to abandon his helicopter on his way to his
Florida
golf club on Thursday.
The president landed at Miami International Airport at 4:45 pm and immediately transferred to a helicopter known as Marine One for a brief flight to the Doral golf club.
The Palm Beach Post indicates.
However, moments prior to departure, authorities mentioned they detected a problem with the wheels and had to switch to another helicopter.
The problem with Marine One reportedly involved a punctured rear tire.
Trump was subsequently observed crossing the tarmac from one helicopter to another.
Nevertheless, the president reached Doral without incident at 5:35 pm, after experiencing a short delay.
according to NBC News.
It is anticipated that he will head over to his Mar-a-Lago residence, with plans for him to reach there approximately by 10 pm.
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breaking news
The narrative will evolve and be updated.
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EXPLORE FURTHER: Minute by minute, the highly illuminating specifics of Biden’s daily routine
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Aides to
Joe Biden
are expressing their worries over his state where he seemed ‘disconnected’ and the efforts required to maintain his appearance as presidential during his last years in office.
White House
.
Biden required fluorescent tape placed on the carpet to indicate where he should walk during events. This allowed the octogenarian to navigate easily without needing an assistant to lead him.
One senior advisor mentioned that the president was extremely distracted during the preparations for his now notorious debate.
Donald Trump
that he believed he was the ‘President’
NATO
instead of the United States.
Several books revealing insights into Biden’s presidency are set to be published in the upcoming months. As many as four new volumes will explore his downturn and legacy.
Some of the new information is eye-opening, particularly when it comes to what aides knew about the president’s health and the actions they took to conceal Biden’s condition to the public.
Ron Klain, who was Biden’s chief of staff for two years and also supported him throughout the 2024 campaign, told author Chris Whipple about the six-day period they spent at Camp David. The aim was to prepare Biden for his sole debate against Trump.
This debate was expected to be the end of Biden’s political journey.
Klain recounted to Whipple for his upcoming book, “We were seated at the table. Biden had responses written on index cards, and he seemed incredibly fatigued. It struck me how disconnected he appeared from U.S. politics. His main focus was clearly on his exchanges with NATO officials.”
‘He simply got deeply engrossed in his role as the leader of NATO,’ Klain stated.
Whipple suggests that Klain ‘entertained the notion, somewhat jokingly, that Biden might have believed he was the leader of NATO rather than the United States.’
Whipple’s book
Uncharted: How Trump Defied Expectations Against Biden, Harris, and the Toughest Race in American Political History
It will be released next week.
The Guardian published
excerpts.
Following his debate against Trump, Biden required fluorescent tape to navigate through a fundraising event.
New Jersey
Governor Phil Murphy’s (D) residence so he wouldn’t get disoriented.
Just as politicians, much like actors, use tape marks on the floor to ensure proper positioning for the camera, Biden required a series of vibrant markers acting as ‘colorful breadcrumbs’ to guide the leader of the free world on his path.
As per authors Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes’ book, an aide clarified, ‘He understands where to search for that.’
Conflict: The Most Ferocious Fight for the White House
, which releases this week.
Parnes informed ‘Rising The Hill’ that during the fundraiser, Biden had ‘fluorescent tape on the ground to indicate his path.’
‘During overseas visits, a makeup artist arrives early each day to freshen him up and apply his cosmetics before important meetings. His role involved attending these gatherings rather than participating in TV appearances,’ she explained.
At that fundraising event, Biden had to rely on a teleprompter to address a small gathering of people outside on the patio. Even with the aid of the teleprompter, he still drifted off-topic and meandered in his speech.
More harmful information is probably yet to be revealed.
Original Sin: President Biden’s Downfall, Its Concealment, and His Poor Decision to Seek Re-election
Scheduled for release on May 20th, this book by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson will be available soon.
Thompson stood out as one of the journalists highlighting worries regarding Biden’s well-being throughout his tenure as president.
During his presidency, Biden fell and stumbled numerous occasions. He acknowledged struggling with mobility issues following a fractured foot sustained during the 2020 election campaign, which occurred because he did not consistently wear his required protective boot. Additionally, he committed various verbal slips-ups that disrupted the communication strategy of his administration.
And, lastly, Josh Dawsey, TylerPager, and Isaac Arnsdorf have authored a book.
2024: How Trump Regained the Presidency and the Democrats Lost Their Grip on America
– set to release on July 8.
Biden personally did not grant any interviews to the authors of these books.
In the midst of the 2024 election campaign, Biden faced scrutiny regarding both his physical and mental well-being. Trump consistently referred to him as ‘Sleepy Joe’ and raised doubts about Biden’s mental acuity.
The White House repeatedly countered these claims, asserting that the president remained in excellent health.
But the June 27th debate in Atlanta rapidly changed public perception of Biden. During the showdown, Biden often stared blankly into space, struggled for answers, and appeared shaky.
Following the event, members of Biden’s team mentioned that he was dealing with a common cold, leading to a difficult night for him. Critics argued that rather than allowing him time to recuperate, they felt he received excessive coaching and practice sessions.
Klain was among the trio of assistants who dedicated the most hours to preparing Biden for the debate. Having known Biden for many years, he previously served as his chief of staff during Biden’s tenure as vice president. The other two key figures were longtime associates Mike Donilon and Bruce Reed.
The group, including the president, reached Camp David on the Saturday before the debate to undergo a five-day preparatory lock-in period.
Biden had recently completed an extensive tour: he visited France for both a state visit and the D-Day anniversary celebrations in Normandy. After returning to the United States, he soon traveled to Italy a few days later for a G7 conference. He concluded his journey with stops along the West Coast to attend fundraising events for his political campaigns.
He felt drained and hardly got any downtime.
At the secluded Camp David, a mountainous presidential getaway in Maryland, he underwent policy briefings and simulated debate practices to prepare himself.
However, Biden, who was dealing with a cold, abandoned his debate preparation and dozed off beside the swimming pool, as Klain informed Whipple.
He also appeared flustered and confused.
The former president stated that he ‘was unaware of what Trump had been discussing and could not comprehend the exchange,’ ‘found it difficult to follow his reasoning regarding inflation,’ and when asked about a potential second term, simply responded with ‘focus on completing the current term,’ as noted by Whipple.
Biden was similarly preoccupied with foreign leaders, stating, “These folks insist I’m performing admirably as president, so I must be an excellent one.”
The initial mock debate was planned to run for 90 minutes; however, it concluded early at the 45-minute mark because “the President’s vocal cords were exhausted, along with his understanding of the topic,” according to Whipple’s account.
Twenty-five minutes into the second simulated debate, Biden called it quits.
According to the book, he stated, “I’m simply exhausted and I fear straining my voice further. I feel awful.” He added, “All I need is some rest; things will improve by tomorrow.”
He retired for the night.
‘Whipple describes the president as exhausted, confused, and disconnected,’ ‘Klain worried that the debate against Trump would turn into a nationally broadcasted catastrophe.’
Indeed it was.
Following this, it triggered a cascade of inquiries into the feasibility of Biden’s run for presidency and his competency to handle the role.
Openly, Biden’s family, friends, and aides came to his defense.
Privately they had concerns.
In their book, Parnes and Allen state, “While publicly dismissing Republicans’ assertions that Biden lacked the necessary capabilities, Democrats secretly harbored concerns about overestimating an elderly candidate who might have already squandered his prime.”
A friend of both Biden and Obama stated to the authors that Biden’s decision to run for another term was considered the “original sin” of the 2024 election. This individual held Biden’s family and trusted advisors responsible for failing to counsel against his reelection campaign.
Whipple said to Politico that he believed Biden’s assistants perceived what they wished to see.
“I personally feel that describing it as a ‘cover-up’ is overly simple. It was far more complex and deeply concerning. Biden’s close advisors, members of his inner circle, were largely enveloped in a haze of self-deception and denial. They chose to believe whatever suited their narrative,” the author stated.
Meanwhile, Democratic leaders were concerned that Biden might lose the presidential election, potentially dragging down congressional candidates as well.
Some went public, questioning Biden’s ability to remain the nominee. After growing calls for his departure, including behind-the-scenes work by Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi, Biden exited the race on July 21.
However, Klain, even though he had reservations about Biden, believed he ought to have remained in the competition.
He received a call from Jeff Zients, who took over as chief of staff after him, informing him about Biden’s choice to resign.
He informed Whipple that it felt like a ‘punch in the gut.’
He stated to Zients, “I believe that’s a misstep. In my view, this tragedy could have been prevented.”
Kamala Harris was chosen as the party’s candidate but eventually lost to Trump.
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by admin | Apr 3, 2025 | donald trump, international economics, international trade, politics, politics and government
President Donald Trump sparked what could become a devastating worldwide trade conflict on Wednesday when he imposed 10% tariffs on goods imported globally and introduced stringent additional duties on major trading allies.
Displaying a chart detailing extensive measures in the White House Rose Garden, Trump announced stringent tariffs targeting key trading partners such as China and the European Union, referring to the day as “Liberation Day.”
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of tariffs on trading partners and rivals. The image was provided by AFP.
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In my view, this is one of the key dates in American history,” stated Trump. “Today marks our declaration of economic independence.
The announcement sparked instant outrage — with the United States’ ally Australia denouncing the tariffs as “not the gesture of a friend” — and prompted vows of reprisal from various countries worldwide.
The stock market appeared poised for significant fluctuations upon resuming trading on Thursday. American futures dropped sharply, and safe-haven gold reached an all-time high as investors grew wary.
Trump directed his harshest criticisms at countries he accused of mistreating the U.S., imposing tariffs such as 34% on products from geopolitical competitor China, 20% on items from the European Union, and 24% on goods from Japan.
As for the others, Trump stated that he would implement a minimum tariff of 10%, which would also apply to another major ally, Britain.
The 78-year-old Republican dismissed concerns about potential unrest, asserting that the tariffs would bring back a once-lost “Golden Era” for the U.S. economy.
“For many years, our nation has faced theft, destruction, rape, and plunder at the hands of countries close and distant, whether allies or adversaries,” Trump stated.
‘Make America wealthy again’
A carefully selected crowd consisting of cabinet members along with employees wearing hard hats from sectors such as steel, oil, and natural gas clapped and shouted enthusiastically when Trump stated that the tariffs would “bring wealth back to America.”
The broad auto tariffs of 25%, which President Trump declared earlier this week, were scheduled to come into force at 12:01 am (0401 GMT) on Thursday.
Trump labelled Wednesday’s tariffs “reciprocal” but many experts say his administration’s estimates for levies placed on US imports by other countries are wildly exaggerated
For several weeks, the U.S. president had hinted at this action, which raised concerns about an economic downturn domestically due to increased costs being borne by American consumers, along with potential harm from a trade conflict internationally.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cautioned countries against implementing retaliatory measures, stating on Fox News: “Should you choose to retaliate, it will lead to further escalation.”
Several Asian countries heavily impacted as trading partners included drops such as 49% for Cambodia, 46% for Vietnam, and 44% for Myanmar, under military rule and recently struck by a severe earthquake.
A White House official stated that Russia wasn’t impacted since it is already under sanctions related to the Ukraine conflict, which “rule out any significant trade.”
The tariffs will also reinforce fears that Trump is backing even further away from US allies towards a new order based on a vision of American supremacy.
‘Fight’
On Thursday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that the tariffs were “completely unjustified.”
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has aligned closely with former U.S. President Donald Trump, stated that the tariffs imposed on the European Union were “incorrect.” However, she affirmed her commitment to collaborate with Washington to reach an agreement.
The UK emerged largely unscathed following a diplomatic effort that saw Prime Minister Keir Starmer visiting the White House to present an invitation from King Charles III for a state visit, yet they still aimed to “alleviate” the imposed tariffs.
Canada and Mexico are exempt from the new tariffs because Trump has already penalized these two neighboring countries over his claims regarding their inadequate efforts to combat fentanyl drug smuggling and illegal migration.
The Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, pledged to combat the current tariffs on steel, aluminum, and vehicles and to introduce retaliatory measures.
Brazil’s Congress responded by passing legislation permitting the government in South America’s biggest economy to address trade barriers.
Trump’s declaration just three months into his second term marks the end point of a longstanding romance with tariffs, which he has viewed for years as a panacea for America’s trade deficits and economic problems.
by admin | Apr 3, 2025 | donald trump, international economics, international trade, politics, politics and government
On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump sparked what could become a devastating trade conflict by imposing broad 10 percent tariffs on goods imported globally and stringent extra duties on major trading allies.
Standing before the American flags in the White House Rose Garden, Trump announced stringent tariffs on both China and the European Union, referring to the day as “Liberation Day.”
Trump’s tariffs sparked instant outrage, with the United States’ ally Australia denouncing them as “unjustified” and Italy deeming them “incorrect,” while several nations have pledged countermeasures.
“For many years, our nation has faced theft, destruction, exploitation, and plunder at the hands of countries close and distant, regardless of whether they were allies or adversaries,” Trump stated.
When Trump delivered his statement, Wall Street was not yet open for business; however, the S&P index had dropped by 1.5 percent during extended trading hours. Meanwhile, the value of the dollar decreased by one percent relative to the euro while he spoke, though it later rebounded.
Trump directed his harshest criticisms at countries he accused of mistreating the U.S., imposing tariffs such as 34% on products from geopolitical competitor China, 20% on imports from the European Union, and 24% on those from Japan.
However, the 78-year-old Republican — who displayed a chart listing the highest tariffs — mentioned that he was being “quite lenient” and thus was only applying half the rate that the “biggest culprits” imposed on American goods.
– ‘Rebuild American Prosperity’ –
As for the others, Trump stated he would enforce a “minimum” tariff of 10 percent, which would also apply to another major ally, Britain.
A crowd consisting of cabinet members along with employees wearing hard hats from sectors such as steel, oil, and gas loudly applauded and cheered as Trump stated that the tariffs would “reestablish America’s wealth.”
This marks the Liberation Day,” Trump stated, emphasizing that it will “go down in history as the moment when American manufacturing was rejuvenated.
The broad-based auto tariffs of 25 percent that were declared by Trump earlier this week are set to be implemented at 12:01 am (0401 GMT) on Thursday.
Canada and Mexico are exempt from the new tariffs because Trump has previously implemented duties on these two U.S. neighbors due to his claim that they have failed to stop the illegal flow of the drug fentanyl.
Trump had hinted at this action for several weeks, asserting that tariffs would prevent other nations from exploiting the United States and foster a new economic “Golden Era.”
However, numerous specialists caution that these tariffs could lead to an economic downturn domestically as they result in higher costs for American consumers, and may also spark a detrimental trade conflict internationally.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cautioned countries against implementing retaliatory measures, stating on Fox News: “Should you choose to retaliate, it will lead to further escalation.”
The global community has been anticipating Trump’s announcement with great tension, and his imposed tariffs have affected nations across the planet.
A number of regions heavily affected were in Asia, with percentages such as 49% for Cambodia, 47% for Vietnam, and 44% for Myanmar, under military rule and recently struck by a catastrophic earthquake.
The country with the highest rate of 50 percent was Lesotho — the Southern African nation that Trump recently referred to as a place “no one has ever heard of.”
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The tariffs will also reinforce fears that Trump is backing even further away from US allies towards a new order based on a vision of American supremacy.
On Thursday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that the tariffs were “completely unjustified” and would alter how people view the U.S.-Australia relationship.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has aligned closely with former U.S. President Donald Trump, criticized the tariffs imposed on the European Union as “incorrect.” However, she affirmed her commitment to collaborate with Washington towards reaching an agreement.
Britain emerged largely unscathed following a diplomatic effort that saw Prime Minister Keir Starmer visiting the White House bearing an invitation from King Charles III for a state visit.
However, it continues to be dedicated to finalizing a trade agreement that could “alleviate” the 10 percent tariff it currently bears, according to business minister Jonathan Reynolds.
Trump has had a long love affair with tariffs, insisting in the face of experts that they are a cure-all for America’s trade imbalances and economic ills.
The wealthy entrepreneur claims that these taxes will lead to a “renaissance” of America’s depleted manufacturing sector, and he asserts that businesses can circumvent these duties by relocating to the U.S.
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President
Donald Trump
will claim all the credit if his ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs lead to bringing manufacturing back to the United States and provide an economic uplift for the country.
However, if the economic hardship outweighs the benefits, certain individuals within the Trump sphere have begun laying the groundwork for finding someone to blame as we approach autumn.
In mid-March,
Politico published a story
accusing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
He’s attempting to emulate a smaller version of Trump. It seems like he missed the message that nobody else can act like Trump,” commented an insider within the administration regarding Lutnick. “This just underscores his lack of understanding about how to perform this role effectively.
The source indicated that Lutnick is ‘always trying to win Trump’s approval.’
Informants likewise disclosed to the media organization that Lutnick’s recent TV appearances revealed his inadequate comprehension of economic functioning and the effects of tariffs on it.
Lutnick, who previously led Cantor Fitzgerald, presented an overly optimistic economic outlook as well.
In March, during an appearance on Meet the Press, he stated that Americans should ‘definitely not’ prepare for a recession.
Lutnick’s interview was broadcast just prior to Trump, during a pre-recorded discussion with Fox Business’ Maria Bartiromo, declined to dismiss the possibility of an economic downturn.
Trump has acknowledged that his tariffs could create some short term economic pain for consumers but argued the import taxes would help the U.S. in the longterm.
“Tariffs aim to make America wealthy once more and to restore American greatness. This process has already begun and will accelerate swiftly,” Trump stated during his joint address to Congress in early March.
There might be some minor disruption, but we’re fine with that,” Trump said. “It shouldn’t be significant.
Insiders close to Trump might be more inclined to speak critically of Lutnick since his background in Wall Street does not align well with the group supporting tariffs.
Trump’s long-standing trade advisor, Peter Navarro, along with U.S. Trade Representative James Greer, are seen as more steadfast and genuine proponents of their beliefs.
“Each member of the Trump administration agrees on finally evening out the playing field for American businesses and laborers,” stated Kush Desai, a White House spokesperson, to SANGGRALOKA on Tuesday afternoon.
The White House was queried about whether Trump still maintained faith in Lutnick.
‘President Trump has assembled the best and brightest trade team in modern American history to reignite American Greatness, and they are hard at work following the same playbook,’ Desai added.
It’s evident that Trump holds deep fondness for Lutnick.
During his inauguration event in late February, Trump once again shared Lutnick’s September 11, 2001 narrative—how Lutnick missed being in the North Tower as he had been escorting his son Kyle to school instead.
‘Trump quipped that you should let him have more than the other children.’
Cantor Fitzgerald tragically lost 658 out of its 960 New York-based employees in the terrorist attacks, and Howard mourned the loss of his younger brother, Gary.
At Lutnick’s swearing-in ceremony, Trump playfully chided him for his previous affiliation with the Democratic Party.
In turn, Lutnick called Trump ‘the smartest, most thoughtful and most intuitive person I’ve ever met.’
‘It’s truly incredible to be in this room and work for him,’ stated the Commerce Secretary.
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Le Pen’s aspirations for the presidency were thwarted following the ruling in France.
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President
Donald Trump
compared himself to the convicted French presidential hopeful
Marine Le Pen
, describing her disqualification from holding elective offices as “a very significant matter.”
“That’s quite significant. That’s really a major development,” Trump stated to journalists in the Oval Office.
He showed empathy towards Le Pen and mentioned that her circumstances “sound quite similar to what this country is experiencing.”
I’m well aware of everything, and many believed she wouldn’t face any convictions. While I’m not sure if it counts as a conviction, she was barred from running for office for half a decade, yet she remains the frontrunner. It seems so typical of this nation,” he concluded.
On Monday, Le Pen, aged 56, was found guilty of establishing fictitious employment positions within the European Parliament and misusing expense allowances to pay staffers who were primarily working for her political party.
France
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The leader of the far-right RN party was prohibited from holding public office for five years and received a four-year prison term; however, she won’t serve time behind bars since half of her sentence is suspended, and the remainder will be carried out under house arrest with an electronic monitor.
Trump has frequently presented himself as a victim of a government-led “witch hunt” and investigations driven by political motives.
Trump has been subject to many lawsuits from state and federal governments:
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In 2024, New York State found him guilty of tampering with business documents concerning payments made to silence adult film star Stormy Daniels. However, his sentencing has been put off indefinitely after he won a second term as president.
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Before the November 2024, a federal judge dismissed the federal charges relating to Trump’s handling of classified documents
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Following Trump’s victory in the election, the special counsel opted to drop the federal charges connected to the 2020 electoral process, referring to the Justice Department’s guideline of avoiding prosecution for incumbent presidents.
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A case against in Georgia is on pause while the courts decide whether a state-level prosecutor can prosecute a sitting president
He refuted any claims of misconduct in all the cases.
Various members of the Trump administration have supported President Trump’s position regarding Le Pen.
Trump’s DOGE adviser
Elon Musk
also criticized the French court’s ruling
, saying: ‘When the radical left can’t win via democratic vote, they abuse the legal system to jail their opponents. This is their standard playbook throughout the world.’
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The State Department representative Tammy Bruce mentioned that they were aware of Le Pen’s sentencing.
‘The exclusion of individuals from participating in politics is especially troubling considering the relentless and dishonest legal attacks launched against President [Donald] Trump in this country,’ Bruce stated.
However, she chose not to comment specifically about Le Pen’s situation.
The ruling on Monday was viewed as
a significant setback for Le Pen’s longstanding ambitions to ascend to the presidency in 2027
.
She was additionally required to pay a $100,000 fine, and her party had $2 million deducted from their funds—$1 million immediately, with another $1 million pending should they violate the rules again.
Le Pen has the option to appeal her sentence. Should the appeal not succeed, she faces a four-year jail term—two years suspended with two years to serve under house arrest.
Twenty-four individuals, including Le Pen, were found guilty; they were all either RN party officials or aides. Just one defendant was cleared of any misconduct.
Le Pen stated she intends to file an appeal.
She contended that the court shouldn’t have rendered her ineligible to run for office without allowing her to exhaust all possible appeals first. She also asserted that the ruling clearly demonstrated an intent ‘to specifically thwart’ her election as president.
“If that isn’t a political decision, then I’m not sure what qualifies as one,” Le Pen stated during the TF1 interview.
She stated that the decision represented a ‘critical moment for our democracy,’ yet she affirmed her commitment to continue pursuing what she referrednown as the somewhat limited path to the presidency.
“There are millions of French individuals who have faith in me, millions who place their trust in me,” she said additionally.
‘I have been advocating for you for three decades, and during this time, I have also stood up against injustice. Therefore, I will keep up my fight.’
She can retain her position in the French National Assembly.
Amidst the extensive criticism surrounding the verdict, one of France’s leading public prosecutors dismissed the notion that politics played any role in Monday’s ruling.
“Justice is apolitical; this isn’t a political choice but rather a legal one made by three independent and unbiased judges,” said Remy Heitz during an interview with RTL radio station.
Not only Trump expressed criticism of the verdict; other conservative figures across Europe also condemned it sharply.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that the decision disqualifying Le Pen has deprived millions of French and European Union voters of their right to vote.
“I am not aware of the validity of the charges against Marine Le Pen or the rationale behind such a stringent measure,” said Meloni, who leads the Brothers of Italy party, in an interview with Il Messaggero.
However, I believe that nobody concerned with democracy can feel joy over a verdict that penalizes the head of a significant political party and disenfranchises millions of voters.
Russia also waded in.
The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, told journalists: “An increasing number of European cities are adopting policies that disregard democratic principles.”
Absolutely, we have no intention of interfering with France’s domestic matters; this has always been our stance… However, broadly speaking, our analysis of various European cities indicates that these places are quite open to transcending democratic norms throughout their political procedures.
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