CNN 5 Things Trump vs Zelensky, Target’s DEI debacle, chicken chain relocates & more
Feb 19, 2025
Tensions flare as Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky exchange sharp words over Ukraine's peace efforts. The Department of Justice pushes a major appeal regarding Trump's authority to fire a watchdog. Tragedy strikes with two skiers lost in an avalanche in Oregon. Meanwhile, Target faces customer backlash as it scales back its diversity initiatives. On the fast food front, KFC announces its move to Texas, signaling a significant shift amidst fierce competition and declining sales.
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Trump-Zelensky Exchange
- Trump and Zelensky traded barbs over war negotiations.
- Zelensky accused Trump of repeating Russian disinformation, while Trump called Zelensky a dictator.
DOJ Appeal
- The Justice Department is appealing to the Supreme Court over Trump's ability to fire a government watchdog.
- They argue this could damage his presidency and create "inter-branch trench warfare."
Avalanche Tragedy
- Two backcountry skiers died in an avalanche in Oregon's Cascade Mountains.
- The avalanche danger was considerable, a three on a five-point scale.