The cover image was generated using artificial intelligence specifically for this article. All rights reserved to Flashpoint News. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. In a dramatic turn of trade policy, former President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a steep increase in tariffs against China, raising them to a staggering 125%, while simultaneously offering a 90-day…
Sen. Cory Booker on Capitol Hill earlier this year. Photo: Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images April 1, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team In an extraordinary overnight protest, Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) launched a marathon speech on the Senate floor, sharply criticizing President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Beginning at 7 p.m. EST on Monday, Booker…
March 31, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team In yet another headline-grabbing statement, President Donald Trump has entertained the idea of running for a third term in 2028, despite the 22nd Amendment explicitly barring presidents from serving more than two terms. But the most shocking part? Trump seems to welcome the idea of facing off against…
March 20, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team In a dramatic move, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap federal election, set for April 28, 2025, citing a “crisis” caused by U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney, who recently replaced Justin Trudeau as leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, framed the election as a pivotal moment for the nation, urging unity and…
March 18, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team In a high-stakes phone call that lasted approximately two hours, U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed a potential ceasefire agreement to end the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The call, which took place on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, marks a critical moment in…
March 17, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team U.S. President Donald Trump is set to hold a pivotal call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, to discuss potential steps toward ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Trump hinted that the conversation could lead to a significant announcement, emphasizing the importance of resolving the…
Germany’s latest election has reshaped its political landscape, with the center-right CDU, led by Friedrich Merz, emerging victorious. Here’s what we learned: 1. AfD Becomes a Strong Opposition Force With 20% of the vote, the far-right AfD is now Germany’s main opposition party. This marks the first time a hard-right group has held such a…
January 28, 2025 | By FlashpointNews Team The Trump administration’s sudden decision to freeze nearly all federal grants and loans has sent shockwaves across the United States, leaving government agencies, Congress, state programs, and non-profit organizations scrambling for answers. The move, announced late Monday night, has sparked widespread confusion and criticism, with many calling it…
Elon Musk is once again at the center of a heated controversy. During a post-inauguration rally in Washington, D.C., the billionaire made a gesture that many interpreted as a Roman salute, igniting intense debates online and drawing enthusiastic support from far-right extremists. The Context Behind Musk’s Gesture The incident occurred as Musk addressed supporters of…