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Trump's Order Sparks Fears Over U.S. Tech Power

6/23/2025

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Trump Targets ICC Prosecutor

In February, President Trump took a bold step by issuing an executive order targeting Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court. This move led Microsoft to disable Khan's email, igniting fears across Europe about the potential misuse of U.S. tech power to undermine international justice, particularly during sensitive investigations into Israel's actions in Gaza.

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European Leaders Unite

European leaders are rallying for stronger technological infrastructure to reclaim digital sovereignty and lessen dependence on U.S. and Chinese tech giants. During the Berlin Summit 2025, they voiced concerns over global corporations' sway on politics and economics. Meanwhile, Microsoft is stepping up to bolster this initiative, even as it navigates past controversies.

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Trump Targets ICC Prosecutor

In February, President Trump took a bold step by issuing an executive order targeting Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court. This move led Microsoft to disable Khan's email, igniting fears across Europe about the potential misuse of U.S. tech power to undermine international justice, particularly during sensitive investigations into Israel's actions in Gaza.

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