Morning Wire Trump Defunds Maine & Eric Adams Stays | Afternoon Update | 2.21.25
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Feb 21, 2025 Discover the latest political maneuvers, including Trump’s threats to cut federal funds to Maine due to LGBTQ policies and Hochul's backing of Mayor Adams amidst corruption concerns. Explore the implications of federal control in D.C. and Argentina's president gifting Musk. The podcast also delves into a terror attack in Israel and its rapid response, along with Microsoft’s major leap in quantum computing. Plus, hear about Forever 21's struggles in a fiercely competitive retail environment.
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Eric Adams Stays
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul won't remove Mayor Eric Adams.
- She cites respecting the voters' will and democratic elections.
Maine Funding Cut
- President Trump threatens to cut federal funding to Maine.
- This is due to Maine defying his executive order on male athletes in women's sports.
Trump on D.C.
- Trump called for federal control over Washington D.C. due to crime and homelessness.
- He criticized Mayor Muriel Bowser's leadership but said he likes her personally.