Musk slams Trump tax bill amid GOP tensions
Elon Musk has sharply criticised Donald Trump’s proposed tax bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” The legislation, which increases defence spending and cuts social programmes, faces opposition in
Karoline Leavitt to step down from White House role
Lucy Carrier-Pilkington | 14th August 2026 | Moves, Washington
The press secretary will be leaving her post at the end of the month
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