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In a press conference yesterday, President Biden mistakenly introduced this world leader as 'President Putin.'

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The US and Germany thwarted this Russian plot, which aimed to prevent aid from reaching Ukraine:

The foiled plot to assassinate Armin Papperger, CEO of a German arms manufacturer, underscores Russia's aggressive tactics to disrupt military aid to Ukraine. This incident is part of a broader Russian campaign targeting key figures and infrastructure supporting Ukraine's defense.

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Donald Trump has been distancing himself from Project 2025, a blueprint adopted by the Republican National Committee for the next Republican president. Which of the following is true?

At least 140 people who worked in the Trump administration contributed to Project 2025, including more than half of the authors, editors, and contributors. The project aims to recruit and train conservatives for federal positions, aligning with many of Trump's policy views.

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After the NATO summit, Donald Trump is expected to meet with this European leader, who caused alarm in European capitals after his recent visit to Moscow.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's recent visit to Moscow alarmed European capitals due to his support for Russia and far-right politics. Orban and Trump share a history of mutual support, with Trump praising Orban's stance against political dissent.

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The Energy Department announced $1.7 billion in funding to retool 11 auto factories in the U.S.—what’s the focus of this funding?

The Biden administration aims to support the transition to electric vehicles, focusing on preventing job losses by aiding factories at risk of closing. This funding is part of broader climate initiatives to reduce carbon emissions.