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Trump did what today?

6/12/2025

Flight carrying 242 people bound for London has crashed in Ahmedabad, India

  • An Air India flight with 242 passengers crashed shortly after leaving Ahmedabad, India, heading for London.
  • Health officials confirmed many deaths, but exact numbers are unclear.
  • The crash caused damage to a nearby hostel cafeteria and many casualties were reported.
  • This is the first recorded crash of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, which signaled an emergency before going down.
  • Prime Minister Modi expressed heartbreak over the tragedy, and the airport has suspended operations.

She served the American people for 35 years. Now her retirement income is on the line

  • Michele Santa Maria worked at Social Security for 35 years and planned to retire with good benefits.
  • Congress is considering cuts to federal retirement benefits, which could impact her pension.
  • Many federal employees rely on these benefits and fear they will lose their financial security.
  • Santa Maria had to retire early due to job fears but was expecting to earn a substantial supplement.
  • Advocates are urging lawmakers not to cut this support for dedicated public servants like her.

More than 400 CDC staff may be called back to work after being laid off in April

  • More than 400 CDC employees laid off earlier this year may be reinstated after the department reversed layoff notifications.
  • Employees affected were from divisions handling vital public health data, like viral hepatitis prevention.
  • Mixed reactions surfaced regarding the reinstatement, with some feeling hopeful and others skeptical.
  • The layoffs had caused disruptions in disease tracking efforts and damaged public health capabilities.
  • The situation highlights uncertainty in job security and the impact of staffing changes on health programs.

Majorities in key U.S. allies have no confidence in Trump's global leadership

  • A survey reveals over half of citizens in key U.S. allies distrust President Trump's leadership in global matters.
  • Many respondents view Trump as arrogant and dangerous, undermining America's reputation abroad.
  • The poll reflects growing calls for more cooperation between the U.S. and other nations.
  • Despite these sentiments, Trump's base remains supportive of his America First agenda.
  • Past polling shows a stark contrast in global confidence levels between Trump and previous presidents.

By the numbers: A look at the Army's 250th anniversary parade on Trump's birthday

  • Washington D.C. will host a large military parade celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary on Trump's 79th birthday.
  • The parade will feature over 6,000 soldiers, tanks, and aircraft, with an estimated cost of $25 million to $45 million.
  • Critics argue the display may be seen as a vanity project amid broader concerns about military spending.
  • Trump previously expressed interest in large-scale parades, inspired by international military displays.
  • Protests against the parade are planned across 1,800 U.S. cities to voice opposition to the administration's policies.