Kamala Harris' Single-Word Warning To Iran, Trump's Fraud Trial Takes Surprise Turn, North Korea Shutting Embassies And More: This Week In Politics

The week was a flurry of news, with legal developments concerning Donald Trump and his organization, eye-catching assertions from Jared Kushner, and updates on global political and economic issues. Here’s a recap of the major stories.

Trump’s Fraud Trial Takes Surprise Turn

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s legal dispute, a $250 million fraud case, unveiled a new twist. The case accuses Trump, along with his sons and executives from the Trump Organization, of defrauding lenders through acts of fraud and misrepresentation. A key development in the case involves former CFO, Allen Weisselberg, who is alleged to have given misleading information about Trump’s assets. Read the full article here.

Safer in Saudi Arabia than US Colleges?

Jared Kushner, former advisor and son-in-law to Donald Trump, made a startling claim that American Jews are safer in Saudi Arabia than on U.S. college campuses. Kushner voiced his opinion on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures amid the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full article here.

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Harris’s Single-Word Warning to Iran

Vice President Kamala Harris voiced her thoughts on the Israel-Hamas conflict and the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war in a recent interview. Echoing President Biden’s earlier stance, Harris clarified that there is no intention to send U.S. ground troops to Israel or Gaza. Read the full article here.

North Korea Intends to Shut Embassies Worldwide

North Korea is planning to close nearly a dozen of its embassies worldwide, indicating the country’s financial struggles. The closures could mean nearly 25% of Pyongyang's worldwide missions will cease operations. Read the full article here.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Opposes US Military Aid for Israel

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has announced her opposition to new foreign aid, including support to Israel amid its ongoing conflict with Hamas. Greene made the announcement on social media, citing the ongoing border crisis and national debt as reasons for her stance. Read the full article here.

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