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Democrats Rally Against Trump's Cuts Amid Ripple Settlement

8/10/2025

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Activists Resist Cuts

Democratic activists are rallying Senate leaders to resist Trump's federal cuts, even calling for a Senate shutdown. In a significant move, Ripple has settled its lawsuit with the SEC after intense lobbying. Meanwhile, India’s $1.8 million investment in Trump insider Jason Miller backfired, as high tariffs on Russian oil purchases exposed the flaws in traditional lobbying tactics.

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Trump Considers Marijuana Reclassification

President Trump is weighing the possibility of reclassifying marijuana, a move spurred by cannabis industry leaders' lobbying efforts. At a recent fundraiser, CEO Kim Rivers passionately urged Trump to embrace this change. With cannabis firms pouring $1 million into his PAC, hopes are high for policy shifts, even as anti-drug groups stand firmly opposed. A decision is still pending.

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Activists Resist Cuts

Democratic activists are rallying Senate leaders to resist Trump's federal cuts, even calling for a Senate shutdown. In a significant move, Ripple has settled its lawsuit with the SEC after intense lobbying. Meanwhile, India’s $1.8 million investment in Trump insider Jason Miller backfired, as high tariffs on Russian oil purchases exposed the flaws in traditional lobbying tactics.

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