The NewsWorthy Trump vs. MAGA, States Sue FEMA & Disneyland Turns 70 - Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Jul 17, 2025 Tensions rise between President Trump and his MAGA supporters over controversial document releases. The U.S. government faces backlash for destroying food meant for the needy, while legal battles heat up as states sue FEMA over disaster funding cuts. In Alaska, an underreported earthquake prompts concern. Disneyland celebrates 70 years of magic, showcasing its iconic attractions. Meanwhile, a significant number of teens find companionship in AI, sparking debates on healthy relationships and digital literacy.
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Trump's Rift with MAGA Supporters
- President Trump harshly criticizes even his own MAGA supporters over demands for Epstein files transparency.
- He calls these supporters weaklings and says he no longer wants their support amid internal White House divisions.
US Food Aid Destroyed
- The U.S. government is destroying nearly 500 metric tons of expiring food meant for starving people due to warehousing delays in Dubai.
- This was partly due to dismantling USAID, but food destruction occurred under previous administrations too.
States Sue FEMA on Grant Cuts
- Twenty Democratic-led states are suing FEMA over ending a disaster protection grant program funded by Congress.
- The Trump administration calls the program wasteful and wants FEMA overhauled, sparking a power dispute.