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“ Approximately $230 billion of those cuts would come from the   Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program  — often shorted to SNAP — which helps poor families afford food.   Another $880 billion would come from cuts to Medicaid, which provides assistance for individuals with limited resources to pay for healthcare. It’s also the program that covers most  costs for 60 percent of elderly Americans in nursing homes  . “ Both cuts would occur over a 10-year period. The story is about a proposed budget plan from House Republicans in the United States, introduced around early 2025, that aims to significantly reduce federal spending on two major social safety net programs: the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid. This proposal has sparked considerable debate due to its potential impact on millions of low-income Americans and its broader economic and social implications. Key Details of the Proposal SNAP Cuts : Approximately $230 billion would...

  When considering what Iran could potentially do to the United States, the focus typically falls on Iran’s military capabilities, regional influence, and strategic options, based on its known resources and geopolitical stance. Iran’s ability to act against the U.S. depends on its arsenal, alliances, and willingness to escalate tensions, though any action would likely come with significant risks and consequences for Iran itself. Iran possesses a robust missile program, one of the largest in the Middle East, with ballistic missiles capable of striking targets up to 2,000 kilometers away. This puts U.S. military bases in the region—such as those in Qatar, Bahrain, and the UAE—within reach. Iran has demonstrated precision in missile strikes, like the 2020 attack on Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq, where it retaliated for the killing of Qassem Soleimani. While no U.S. troops died, the strike showed Iran’s ability to hit American assets directly. Escalating this to a broader campaign could disr...

Wealthy Chinese investors have been discreetly channeling millions of dollars into private companies controlled by Elon Musk, including SpaceX, xAI, and Neuralink. Over the past two years, Chinese-backed asset managers have facilitated more than $30 million in share sales of these companies to Chinese investors.   To navigate the complexities of U.S.-China relations and avoid potential scrutiny from U.S. authorities and businesses wary of Chinese capital, these investments are structured through special-purpose vehicles (SPVs). This approach conceals the identities of the investors, allowing them to invest without attracting undue attention.  The primary motivation behind this influx of Chinese capital appears to be profit-driven, with little indication of intentions related to technology transfer or influencing public policy. However, the intertwining of Musk’s ventures with Chinese investments does raise questions about potential conflicts of interest, especially given Mu...

  Start at 43:12 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky aims to achieve several key objectives during his engagements in England, which likely refers to the United Kingdom as a whole. His primary goals include: - **Securing Military Support**: Zelensky seeks to obtain additional military aid from the UK, particularly advanced weapons such as fighter jets, to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities in its ongoing conflict with Russia. - **Strengthening Diplomatic Ties**: He intends to reinforce Ukraine's alliances with the UK and other Western partners, ensuring sustained support for his country's war efforts. - **Discussing Strategic Plans**: Zelensky hopes to present and discuss his "victory plan" with UK leaders and NATO representatives to align strategies and secure backing for Ukraine's efforts to end the conflict successfully. These objectives reflect his broader mission to strengthen Ukraine's position militarily and diplomatically against Russian agg...