Civi anglo-américaine
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Suivi de l'actualité anglo-américaine pour les cours de civilisation de khâgne du Lycée Condorcet.
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At AmericaFest, conservative influencers sniped at one another over Israel, the specifics of Charlie Kirk’s murder, and more. While these disputes may seem like petty recriminations, they reveal a broader fight
MAGA is eating itself
Fighting among conservative influencers reveals broader rifts within the Republican Party
econ.st
December 27, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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At least 10 gun industry businesses, including Glock, Smith & Wesson, Remington and Mossberg, secretly handed over names, addresses and other data to lobbyists, who used the details to rally firearm owners to elect pro-gun politicians.
(Published Oct. 2024)
(Published Oct. 2024)
Gun Companies Gave Customers’ Sensitive Personal Information to Political Operatives
At least 10 gun industry businesses, including Glock, Smith & Wesson, Remington and Mossberg, secretly handed over names, addresses and other data to lobbyists, who used the details to rally firearm o...
www.propublica.org
December 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
At least 10 gun industry businesses, including Glock, Smith & Wesson, Remington and Mossberg, secretly handed over names, addresses and other data to lobbyists, who used the details to rally firearm owners to elect pro-gun politicians.
(Published Oct. 2024)
(Published Oct. 2024)
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Officials in President Trump’s administration posted overtly sectarian messages for Christmas, such as a day to celebrate the birth of “our Savior Jesus Christ.” The messages sharply diverged from a tradition of secular holiday messages.
Trump aides’ official religious messages for Christmas draw objections
Explicitly sectarian religious messages for Christmas on official government social media accounts drew complaints from advocates for church-state separation.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 26, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Officials in President Trump’s administration posted overtly sectarian messages for Christmas, such as a day to celebrate the birth of “our Savior Jesus Christ.” The messages sharply diverged from a tradition of secular holiday messages.
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"Give it a rest" posted podcaster Connor Tomlinson at 3.15pm on Christmas Day about the King's message
Tomlinson advocates bamning all British citizens who are Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh or Buddhist from parliament & civil service, along with ethnic minorities who lack white British ancestors.
Tomlinson advocates bamning all British citizens who are Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh or Buddhist from parliament & civil service, along with ethnic minorities who lack white British ancestors.
December 26, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Have you ever seen far-right political content on TikTok?
You’re not alone. We wanted to find out whether radical right-wing content is being pushed on the platform.
Here’s what we found.
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/we-went-undercover-on-far-right-tiktok
You’re not alone. We wanted to find out whether radical right-wing content is being pushed on the platform.
Here’s what we found.
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/we-went-undercover-on-far-right-tiktok
December 26, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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The U.S. strikes against the Islamic State in Nigeria followed President Trump’s threat to take military action to protect Christians from attacks by Islamic militants. Trump did not specify which attacks he was referring to, nor did he cite evidence for the claim that Christians are being targeted.
What to Know About U.S. Military Action in Nigeria
Before the strikes on Thursday, President Trump said he would halt all aid and go in “guns-a-blazing” to target militants.
nyti.ms
December 26, 2025 at 1:44 AM
The U.S. strikes against the Islamic State in Nigeria followed President Trump’s threat to take military action to protect Christians from attacks by Islamic militants. Trump did not specify which attacks he was referring to, nor did he cite evidence for the claim that Christians are being targeted.
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Year in a word: Groyper ft.trib.al/2kuKOnL | opinion
Year in a word: Groyper
America’s ultra-right wing holds growing sway over young conservatives
ft.trib.al
December 26, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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President Donald Trump slammed the late night hosts of ABC, NBC, and CBS in a series of Truth Social posts. Trump also said that any networks that are negative towards the GOP should have their licenses terminated.
December 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
President Donald Trump slammed the late night hosts of ABC, NBC, and CBS in a series of Truth Social posts. Trump also said that any networks that are negative towards the GOP should have their licenses terminated.
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The Justice Department says it has found more than 1 million additional documents potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. https://cnn.it/4jaCaPb
December 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM
The Justice Department says it has found more than 1 million additional documents potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. https://cnn.it/4jaCaPb
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For all their amateur charm, the Commonwealth games have long been the Olympics on a budget. In 2026 their terminal decline will become apparent
Why it’s game over for the Commonwealth Games
Thousands of athletes will attend, but the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will be a threadbare event. 2026 will signal the demise of the ailing sports jamboree
econ.st
December 24, 2025 at 9:20 AM
For all their amateur charm, the Commonwealth games have long been the Olympics on a budget. In 2026 their terminal decline will become apparent
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Far-right parties are claiming the festive season as their own, recasting Christmas as a marker of Christian civilization that is under threat and positioning themselves as its last line of defense against a supposedly hostile, secular left. politi.co/4pS4JDx
How the far right stole Christmas
Seasonal traditions and good cheer are being repurposed to serve political ends.
www.politico.eu
December 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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OPINION: Any American cheering alongside the administration of US President Donald Trump, calling for the dismantling of the EU, should “be careful what you wish for, lest it come true.” politi.co/4sdSL8O
Trump thinks he wants a Europe without the EU — he shouldn’t
If the bloc were to crumble, rest assured Americans would come to regret it very quickly.
www.politico.eu
December 24, 2025 at 10:37 AM
OPINION: Any American cheering alongside the administration of US President Donald Trump, calling for the dismantling of the EU, should “be careful what you wish for, lest it come true.” politi.co/4sdSL8O
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How the far right co-opted the cross
US-style Christian nationalism is slowly infiltrating Britain. But faith is about much more than restricting citizenship
By Rowan Williams
US-style Christian nationalism is slowly infiltrating Britain. But faith is about much more than restricting citizenship
By Rowan Williams
How the far right co-opted the cross
US-style Christian nationalism is slowly infiltrating Britain. But faith is about much more than restricting citizenship
www.newstatesman.com
December 24, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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The six words killers need to stay out of prison: ”I feared for my life, officer.” Justifiable homicides are up in 30 states that give people more leeway to kill in self-defense. on.wsj.com/4jcHBgv
Six Words Every Killer Should Know: ‘I Feared for My Life, Officer’
The number of legally sanctioned homicides has grown substantially in states with expanded self-defense rights under stand-your-ground laws.
on.wsj.com
December 24, 2025 at 5:12 AM
The six words killers need to stay out of prison: ”I feared for my life, officer.” Justifiable homicides are up in 30 states that give people more leeway to kill in self-defense. on.wsj.com/4jcHBgv
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Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was released from custody after being arrested in London at a pro-Palestinian protest, police said. https://cnn.it/48QKUXo
December 24, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was released from custody after being arrested in London at a pro-Palestinian protest, police said. https://cnn.it/48QKUXo
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The US State Department imposed visa sanctions on a former top European Union official and employees of organizations that combat disinformation for alleged censorship.
State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’ | CNN Politics
The US State Department on Tuesday imposed visa sanctions on a former top European Union official and employees of organizations that combat disinformation for alleged censorship – sharply ratcheting ...
www.cnn.com
December 24, 2025 at 7:01 AM
The US State Department imposed visa sanctions on a former top European Union official and employees of organizations that combat disinformation for alleged censorship.
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President Trump announced on Monday the construction of a new “Trump class” of warships that would anchor what he called a “golden fleet” for the U.S. Navy. Officials said the vessels would notionally have the ability to launch hypersonic and nuclear-armed cruise missiles. trib.al/4radC5n
December 23, 2025 at 5:10 PM
President Trump announced on Monday the construction of a new “Trump class” of warships that would anchor what he called a “golden fleet” for the U.S. Navy. Officials said the vessels would notionally have the ability to launch hypersonic and nuclear-armed cruise missiles. trib.al/4radC5n
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President Trump said he will oversee the development of a new class of Navy battleship — named after himself.
Trump unveils new class of Navy battleship named after himself
President Donald Trump on Monday said he will oversee the development of a new class of Navy “battleship” — named after himself.
wapo.st
December 23, 2025 at 12:27 AM
President Trump said he will oversee the development of a new class of Navy battleship — named after himself.
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Trump administration plans to promote loyal diplomats after recall of 30 ambassadors, sources say
Trump administration plans to promote loyal diplomats after recall of 30 ambassadors, sources say
Move comes as union representing US diplomats said it was ‘deeply concerned’ by the process, which could ‘politicise’ foreign service
The Trump administration has quietly recalled nearly 30 ambassadors and other senior overseas diplomats as the Trump administration plans to promote appointees loyal to the new administration to higher levels of the state department, according to diplomatic sources.
The recall of the ambassadors or heads of mission, which were confirmed by several current and former senior diplomats, was unusual for targeting career foreign service officers heading embassies overseas who are generally left in place after a change in administration because they strive to be apolitical. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 23, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Trump administration plans to promote loyal diplomats after recall of 30 ambassadors, sources say
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Trump: "We need Greenland for national protection. They have a very small population. They say Denmark, but Denmark has spent no money. They have no military protection. They say Denmark was there 300 years ago or something with a boat. Well, we were there with boats too I'm sure."
December 22, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Trump: "We need Greenland for national protection. They have a very small population. They say Denmark, but Denmark has spent no money. They have no military protection. They say Denmark was there 300 years ago or something with a boat. Well, we were there with boats too I'm sure."
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The U.S. now controls about 3.7 million barrels of Venezuelan crude from two interdicted oil tankers. And President Trump doesn't want to give it up.
Trump on seized Venezuelan oil: "We're gonna keep it"
Trump's policy furthers accusations that his pressure campaign on Venezuela's leader Nicolás Maduro amounts to oil-grabbing piracy.
www.axios.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:58 AM
The U.S. now controls about 3.7 million barrels of Venezuelan crude from two interdicted oil tankers. And President Trump doesn't want to give it up.
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➡️ 15 Ambassadorships
➡️ 2 Pardons
➡️ Hundreds of White House invitations
➡️ 13 Dropped investigations
➡️ Dozens of executive actions
Inside Trump’s FUNDRAISING BONANZA at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. W/ @kenvogel.bsky.social (1/2)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
➡️ 2 Pardons
➡️ Hundreds of White House invitations
➡️ 13 Dropped investigations
➡️ Dozens of executive actions
Inside Trump’s FUNDRAISING BONANZA at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. W/ @kenvogel.bsky.social (1/2)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Hundreds of Big Post-Election Donors Have Benefited From Trump’s Return to Office
Well into his second term, the president and his allies have continued aggressively raising money. Many donors have interests before his administration, The Times found.
www.nytimes.com
December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
➡️ 15 Ambassadorships
➡️ 2 Pardons
➡️ Hundreds of White House invitations
➡️ 13 Dropped investigations
➡️ Dozens of executive actions
Inside Trump’s FUNDRAISING BONANZA at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. W/ @kenvogel.bsky.social (1/2)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
➡️ 2 Pardons
➡️ Hundreds of White House invitations
➡️ 13 Dropped investigations
➡️ Dozens of executive actions
Inside Trump’s FUNDRAISING BONANZA at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. W/ @kenvogel.bsky.social (1/2)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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From “Heavyweight” and “Missing in the Amazon” to “The Protocol”, these are some of the podcasts we enjoyed listening to this year
The best podcasts of 2025
They cover fake wars, true crimes and chatbot romances
econ.st
December 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
From “Heavyweight” and “Missing in the Amazon” to “The Protocol”, these are some of the podcasts we enjoyed listening to this year
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Denmark’s foreign minister said Monday he was “deeply upset” by US President Donald Trump’s appointment of a special envoy to Greenland who declared that he wished to see the island become part of the United States. https://cnn.it/4p5V7E4
December 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Denmark’s foreign minister said Monday he was “deeply upset” by US President Donald Trump’s appointment of a special envoy to Greenland who declared that he wished to see the island become part of the United States. https://cnn.it/4p5V7E4
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They are still the rarest of Republicans – those who have spoken out and stood up to President Donald Trump over the past year, willfully saying something he rarely hears: No.
https://cnn.it/4ap0Ukz
https://cnn.it/4ap0Ukz
December 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
They are still the rarest of Republicans – those who have spoken out and stood up to President Donald Trump over the past year, willfully saying something he rarely hears: No.
https://cnn.it/4ap0Ukz
https://cnn.it/4ap0Ukz