This past weekend was packed with varied stories from the world of politics to technological advancements. From the harsh criticism of former President Donald Trump by his niece to Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene standing up for the Jan. 6 insurrectionists, the political arena was abuzz with controversy. Tech enthusiasts had their eyes glued to the plans of SpaceX CEO Elon Musk for the new Starship design, and the anticipation building around Tesla TSLA’s Cybertruck launch. Meanwhile, Wall Street saw a green week with impressive gains.
Trump’s Niece’s Sharp Critique
Mary Trump, the niece of Donald Trump, did not mince words in her recent interview with the New Republic. She described her uncle as a self-centered, unintelligent grifter and underscored how Americans had underestimated the influence of racism and misogyny in the 2016 elections. She further stated that his “reckoning is just coming now” as his legal problems increase. Read the full article here.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Backs Jan. 6 Insurrectionists
The Jan. 6 insurrection has been a hot-button issue leading up to the 2024 presidential elections. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene showed her support for the Capitol rioters in a recent social media post. She argued that while other groups like Antifa and BLM activists have evaded any punishments, the Jan. 6 insurrectionists were being harshly treated by politically motivated bureaucrats. Read the full article here.
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Musk Reveals New Starship Design
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk provided insights into the new design of the Starship version in a recent social media post. He stated that the new version would hold more propellant, reduce dry mass, and improve reliability when compared to the old version. Read the full article here.
Tesla’s Cybertruck Sparks Excitement
With just a few days left for the launch of Tesla’s Cybertruck, excitement is building among fans. The electric pickup truck has been spotted in several company showrooms across the country, with fans lining up to catch a glimpse of Tesla’s anticipated “iPhone moment”. Read the full article here.
Wall Street’s Green Week
The past week saw Wall Street indices climbing steadily, marking the longest stretch of weekly gains since June for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, and since April for the Dow. The Federal Reserve’s minutes revealed no surprises, maintaining restrictive interest rates and signaling no rate hikes for December. Read the full article here.
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