Reuters World News Trump's early whirlwind: Jan 6 pardons, WHO exit and DEI targeted
Jan 22, 2025
The discussion kicks off with Trump's controversial pardons for January 6 riot participants, raising questions about extremism. It moves on to the U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, highlighting potential global health risks. The podcast also delves into significant changes in diversity programs within federal agencies, including the dismissal of a senior Coast Guard officer. Additionally, it examines Trump's ambitious AI project and its implications amid a backdrop of political turmoil.
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January 6th Pardons
- Trump pardoned rioters involved in the January 6th Capitol attack, including Oath Keepers leader Stuart Rhodes.
- Rhodes expressed feeling "vindicated and validated" after his release.
US Withdrawal from WHO
- Trump withdrew the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO), impacting global health initiatives.
- This move may be a negotiation tactic, as experts hope to convince the administration to reconsider.
Coast Guard Commandant Fired
- Admiral Linda Lee Fagan, the first female uniformed leader of a U.S. armed forces branch, was fired.
- The firing is linked to her focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, aligning with Trump's broader DEI crackdown.