Live Updates: Ex-Russian Leader Warns of WWIII; Vance Speaks at Bitcoin Conference Amid Trump Administration News
Today’s news includes several key updates from the political landscape. Vice President JD Vance, along with Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, will be speaking at an annual bitcoin conference in Las Vegas.
This event follows Trump’s media company’s announcement of a plan to raise $2.5 billion to invest in cryptocurrency. Recently, Trump also hosted a private dinner for investors in his meme coin, drawing criticism from various quarters regarding the ethics of such engagements.
In international developments, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has raised concerns about the potential for a World War III. His comments came after Trump criticized President Vladimir Putin on social media for continuing attacks on Ukraine.
The ongoing tensions suggest a volatile geopolitical climate as various leaders exchange heated rhetoric. On the domestic front, Representative Mike Flood faced significant backlash during a town hall meeting in Seward, Nebraska.
Protesters expressed their anger when Flood admitted he had not read a crucial section of the Republican budget bill that limits judges’ authority in contempt cases. This admission sparked loud protests, highlighting public frustration with congressional decision-making.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration has reported an increase in deportations, surpassing the numbers achieved by the Biden administration during the same period last year. In April, more than 17,200 individuals were deported, marking a rise of about 29% from the previous year.
Lastly, Trump’s recent pardoning of former Virginia Sheriff Scott Jenkins, convicted of federal bribery, continues to draw attention, as critics view it as part of a pattern where Trump supports former officials involved in corruption while undermining public corruption prosecutions. Overall, the day reflects a complex interplay of cryptocurrency interests, international tensions, domestic accountability, and shifting immigration policies.