The Headlines Trump’s Big Flip on Ukraine, and a Defiant Jimmy Kimmel
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Sep 24, 2025 Trump's surprising shift in stance on Ukraine suggests a twist in the ongoing conflict, sparking intrigue and speculation. Meanwhile, he cancels crucial talks with Democrats, risking a government shutdown. Jimmy Kimmel makes a bold return, passionately defending free speech amidst rising censorship concerns. A courtroom drama unfolds as a man is convicted for an attempted assassination of Trump. Plus, the tech scene heats up with an underground robot fight club, capturing the spirit of innovation and competition.
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Shutdown Turns Into A Strategic Standoff
- President Trump canceled a planned White House meeting with top House Democrats, escalating a shutdown standoff.
- Democrats insist on reversing Medicaid cuts and extending ACA subsidies before they negotiate votes.
Trump's Stark U.N. Speech And Sudden Ukraine Shift
- At the U.N., Trump delivered an aggressive speech attacking climate efforts and immigration policies while insulting other leaders.
- Afterward he unexpectedly told Zelensky he believed Ukraine could retake its territory, marking a sudden policy reversal.
Europeans Suspicious Of Motives Behind Flip
- European allies welcomed the stop to forcing territorial concessions but doubted Trump's motives.
- Some suspect he aims to appear neutral and reopen ties with Russia rather than sustain a long-term policy change.
