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Trump Administration Actions Spark Controversy and Raise Questions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Former President Donald Trump has been at the center of several news stories this week, including the removal of a social media video containing a racist depiction of the Obamas, a decision by the Department of War to end ties with Harvard University, and a meeting with Republican governors at the White House. These actions have drawn both criticism and scrutiny.
The most recent controversy surrounds a video shared by Trump on social media that included a clip depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes. According to BBC World, the clip was part of a longer video containing claims about voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election. Trump, speaking to reporters, stated he "didn't see" the racist clip and that he had only viewed the beginning of the video before it was posted by a staff member. Republican Senator Tim Scott, who is black, called for the president to remove the video.
In a separate development, the Department of War announced it would be ending all professional military education programs with Harvard University. According to Fox News, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated the move was "long overdue," citing concerns about the university's "woke" policies. Hegseth, in a video announcement, said the department would be cutting ties with Harvard for active-duty service members beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Meanwhile, Trump is hosting an annual meeting of governors at the White House this month, but with a notable change. The New York Times reported that the meeting will only include Republican governors. While a separate, bipartisan dinner for governors and their spouses is planned, Trump personally blocked invitations for Democratic Governors Wes Moore of Maryland and Jared Polis of Colorado.
In other news, Canada opened a consulate in Greenland's capital, and the first French consul arrived, following the Trump administration's efforts to acquire the island. According to Fox News, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand wrote on X that the move was to strengthen Canada's presence and partnerships in the Arctic.
Finally, authorities in Arizona are investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, as a possible kidnapping. The New York Times reported that investigators have not identified any suspects since she was last seen at her home outside Tucson, Ariz., on Saturday night. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have released emotional videos expressing their willingness to speak with anyone who may have information.
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