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The National Security Archive has released verbatim transcripts of Vladimir Putin's meetings and calls with President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2008, revealing their evolving relationship, key discussions on international issues, and the impact of a FOIA lawsuit that expedited the declassification process.
A manhunt is ongoing in rural southeastern Australia after Dezi Freeman, heavily armed and possibly influenced by sovereign citizen beliefs, shot and killed two police officers and wounded a third during a raid on his property. The suspect, who fled into the forest, poses a significant challenge due to his survival skills, prompting a lockdown and safety warnings for residents. The incident highlights the rarity of police shootings in Australia and raises concerns about extremist beliefs.
President Trump has moved the portraits of Barack Obama and former Bush presidents to less prominent locations in the White House, reflecting ongoing tensions with these figures. The Obama portrait now resides in a restricted stairwell area, out of view for visitors, marking a departure from traditional display protocols. This action is part of broader political disputes, including accusations against Obama and his administration, and reflects Trump's recent efforts to alter White House aesthetics to favor certain historical figures. The move underscores the strained relationships and political symbolism involved in White House portrait placements.
The article compares Donald Trump's post-9/11 policies to those of George W. Bush, highlighting similarities in surveillance, military actions, detention practices, and legal strategies, while noting broader scope and more aggressive deportation efforts under Trump.
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has been officially closed following significant budget cuts initiated by President Trump, leading to international criticism from former Presidents Obama and Bush, and raising concerns about increased global health and humanitarian risks.
On the last day of their tenure, staff at USAID received commendations from former Presidents Bush and Obama, as well as Elon Musk, despite recent efforts by the Trump administration to dismantle the agency, highlighting its significance in American foreign policy.
Bush performed their 1994 hit "Glycerine" on The Tonight Show ahead of their upcoming 32-date North American tour to celebrate their 30th anniversary. The tour will feature special guests Jerry Cantrell and Candlebox and follows the release of their greatest hits album. Frontman Gavin Rossdale has also confirmed that he has begun work on a new Bush album, expressing excitement about the creative process.