Ronni
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US accountant who enjoys reading, golf, travel and cultural events. Social liberal, fiscal conservative.
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EXCLUSIVE: US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff advised Russia on how to pitch Ukraine plans to Trump, in audio files reviewed by Bloomberg
Witkoff Advised Russia on How to Pitch Ukraine Plan to Trump
US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff, fresh from the triumph of the Gaza peace deal, held a phone call last month with a senior Kremlin official to suggest they work together on a similar plan for Ukraine — and that Vladimir Putin should raise it with Donald Trump.
bloom.bg
November 25, 2025 at 7:52 PM
EXCLUSIVE: US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff advised Russia on how to pitch Ukraine plans to Trump, in audio files reviewed by Bloomberg
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Representative Eric Swalwell, a California Democrat who has been a frequent critic of Donald Trump, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday claiming Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte abused his power to retaliate against one of the president’s political opponents.
Swalwell Claims Pulte Abused Power to Target Trump Critics
Representative Eric Swalwell, a California Democrat who has been a frequent critic of Donald Trump, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday claiming Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte abused his power to retaliate against one of the president’s political opponents.
bloom.bg
November 25, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Representative Eric Swalwell, a California Democrat who has been a frequent critic of Donald Trump, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday claiming Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte abused his power to retaliate against one of the president’s political opponents.
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A federal judge on Monday tossed out separate criminal charges against the former FBI director James Comey and New York’s attorney general, Letitia James. Here's what to know.
Listen to "The Daily."
Listen to "The Daily."
A Disastrous Day in Court for Trump
A federal judge threw out the criminal charges that the Trump administration brought against two of the president’s biggest enemies.
nyti.ms
November 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
A federal judge on Monday tossed out separate criminal charges against the former FBI director James Comey and New York’s attorney general, Letitia James. Here's what to know.
Listen to "The Daily."
Listen to "The Daily."
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⚡️Update: Fires reported in Kyiv amid Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine.
In Pecherskyi district, several multistory residential buildings were damaged & caught fire, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Earlier, Kyiv Independent journalists reported drones in the neighborhood.
In Pecherskyi district, several multistory residential buildings were damaged & caught fire, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Earlier, Kyiv Independent journalists reported drones in the neighborhood.
Fires reported in Kyiv amid Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine
In Pecherskyi district, several multistory residential buildings were damaged and caught fire, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Earlier, Kyiv Independent journalists reported drones in the ne...
kyivindependent.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:14 AM
⚡️Update: Fires reported in Kyiv amid Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine.
In Pecherskyi district, several multistory residential buildings were damaged & caught fire, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Earlier, Kyiv Independent journalists reported drones in the neighborhood.
In Pecherskyi district, several multistory residential buildings were damaged & caught fire, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Earlier, Kyiv Independent journalists reported drones in the neighborhood.
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⚡️Update: Ukrainian homes burn as Russian missiles hit Kyiv in mass attack overnight.
Several multistory residential buildings caught fire and at least six people in the capital were injured during what the Energy Ministry called "a massive combined attack...on infrastructure facilities."
Several multistory residential buildings caught fire and at least six people in the capital were injured during what the Energy Ministry called "a massive combined attack...on infrastructure facilities."
Ukrainian homes burn as Russian missiles hit Kyiv in mass attack overnight
Several multistory residential buildings caught fire during what the Energy Ministry called "a massive combined attack...on infrastructure facilities."
kyivindependent.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:01 AM
⚡️Update: Ukrainian homes burn as Russian missiles hit Kyiv in mass attack overnight.
Several multistory residential buildings caught fire and at least six people in the capital were injured during what the Energy Ministry called "a massive combined attack...on infrastructure facilities."
Several multistory residential buildings caught fire and at least six people in the capital were injured during what the Energy Ministry called "a massive combined attack...on infrastructure facilities."
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I swore an oath to the Constitution in 1986. I've upheld it through 25 years of service and every day since I retired.
If Trump's trying to intimidate me, it won’t work. I’ve given too much to our country to be silenced by bullies who care more about power than the Constitution.
If Trump's trying to intimidate me, it won’t work. I’ve given too much to our country to be silenced by bullies who care more about power than the Constitution.
November 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
I swore an oath to the Constitution in 1986. I've upheld it through 25 years of service and every day since I retired.
If Trump's trying to intimidate me, it won’t work. I’ve given too much to our country to be silenced by bullies who care more about power than the Constitution.
If Trump's trying to intimidate me, it won’t work. I’ve given too much to our country to be silenced by bullies who care more about power than the Constitution.
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Ukrainian forces shot down a Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Rostov Oblast with a deep strike drone, Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) reported on Nov. 22.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine downs Russian Mi-8 helicopter with deep strike drone for first time, military claims
Key developments on Nov. 22-23.
* Ukraine downs Russian Mi-8 helicopter with deep strike drone for first time, military claims
* Russia likely captured over 15 villages in Zaporizhzhia Oblast since...
kyivindependent.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Ukrainian forces shot down a Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Rostov Oblast with a deep strike drone, Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) reported on Nov. 22.
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U.S. President Donald Trump is "quite pleased" with the progress made at ongoing peace talks in Geneva, Switzerland, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Nov. 23, as Europe reportedly issued a counterproposal to a U.S.-backed peace plan that heavily favored Russia.
November 23, 2025 at 9:53 PM
U.S. President Donald Trump is "quite pleased" with the progress made at ongoing peace talks in Geneva, Switzerland, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Nov. 23, as Europe reportedly issued a counterproposal to a U.S.-backed peace plan that heavily favored Russia.
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“Endorsing this plan embarrassingly underscores that all of Trump’s courtship of Putin, punctuated by rolling out the red carpet for the Russian imperialist dictator in Alaska in August, has yielded not a single substantive concession from Russia,” writes Michael McFaul in this op-ed.
November 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
“Endorsing this plan embarrassingly underscores that all of Trump’s courtship of Putin, punctuated by rolling out the red carpet for the Russian imperialist dictator in Alaska in August, has yielded not a single substantive concession from Russia,” writes Michael McFaul in this op-ed.
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Putin’s plan for Ukrainian surrender does not serve American national interests
Putin’s plan for Ukrainian surrender does not serve American national interests
Ukrainians and their democratically elected leaders will have to assess how to deal with Putin’s latest 28-point proposal for Ukrainian surrender — sometimes referred to as “Trump’s peace plan.”
It’s...
kyivindependent.com
November 23, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Putin’s plan for Ukrainian surrender does not serve American national interests
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These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Nov. 23, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
November 23, 2025 at 5:46 AM
These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Nov. 23, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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⚡️Ukrainian army on 'search and destroy' missions to clear Russians from central Pokrovsk.
According to the Airborne Assault Forces, Ukraine has killed 388 Russian soldiers in the city and wounded another 87 since the beginning of November.
According to the Airborne Assault Forces, Ukraine has killed 388 Russian soldiers in the city and wounded another 87 since the beginning of November.
Ukrainian army on 'search and destroy' missions to clear Russians from central Pokrovsk
According to the Airborne Assault Forces, Ukraine has killed 388 Russian soldiers in the city and wounded another 87 since the beginning of November.
kyivindependent.com
November 23, 2025 at 2:14 PM
⚡️Ukrainian army on 'search and destroy' missions to clear Russians from central Pokrovsk.
According to the Airborne Assault Forces, Ukraine has killed 388 Russian soldiers in the city and wounded another 87 since the beginning of November.
According to the Airborne Assault Forces, Ukraine has killed 388 Russian soldiers in the city and wounded another 87 since the beginning of November.
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Our partners at Garces Royal Garden Catering Services are working nonstop to ensure their community has comforting meals in the wake of Typhoon Kalmaegi. Each day, their team is cooking more than 5,500 meals for families who have lost their homes, workplaces, and so much more. #ChefsForPhilippines
November 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Our partners at Garces Royal Garden Catering Services are working nonstop to ensure their community has comforting meals in the wake of Typhoon Kalmaegi. Each day, their team is cooking more than 5,500 meals for families who have lost their homes, workplaces, and so much more. #ChefsForPhilippines
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In southern Brazil, Valdirene, of Panificadora Fornello, has been running the bakery for 37 years. The team is preparing 1,500 brigadeiros—chocolate truffle beloved in Brazil. These treats will be shared at a WCK-supported community gathering for families impacted by the tornado. #ChefsForBrazil
November 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
In southern Brazil, Valdirene, of Panificadora Fornello, has been running the bakery for 37 years. The team is preparing 1,500 brigadeiros—chocolate truffle beloved in Brazil. These treats will be shared at a WCK-supported community gathering for families impacted by the tornado. #ChefsForBrazil
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In Limonar, Cuba, our partners at Cáritas are delivering meals to households with the greatest needs, including the home of Juan José (first slide). He cares for his son who uses a wheelchair, his wife living with the effects of a stroke, & his sister. #ChefsForCuba
November 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In Limonar, Cuba, our partners at Cáritas are delivering meals to households with the greatest needs, including the home of Juan José (first slide). He cares for his son who uses a wheelchair, his wife living with the effects of a stroke, & his sister. #ChefsForCuba
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Chef Tekla & her friend Nadia are working in WCK’s Negril Field Kitchen. Their community was heavily impacted by Hurricane Melissa, so they wanted to do everything they could to support their neighbors. They’re cooking comforting meals and making sure they reach families in need. #ChefsForJamaica
November 22, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Chef Tekla & her friend Nadia are working in WCK’s Negril Field Kitchen. Their community was heavily impacted by Hurricane Melissa, so they wanted to do everything they could to support their neighbors. They’re cooking comforting meals and making sure they reach families in need. #ChefsForJamaica
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Reem used to run an association that provided psychological & health support to women with cancer. Now, she helps people in a new way—she runs a WCK-supported community kitchen in Khan Younis. Her kitchen is one of 60+ that we support across Gaza, providing vital meals to families. #ChefsForGaza
November 23, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Reem used to run an association that provided psychological & health support to women with cancer. Now, she helps people in a new way—she runs a WCK-supported community kitchen in Khan Younis. Her kitchen is one of 60+ that we support across Gaza, providing vital meals to families. #ChefsForGaza
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U.S. senators critical of President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war said Saturday that the peace plan he is pushing Kyiv to accept would only reward Moscow for its aggression.
US senators slam Trump’s Russia-Ukraine peace plan as rewarding aggression
By ROB GILLIES HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (AP) — U.S. senators critical of President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war said Saturday that the peace plan he is pushing K…
trib.al
November 23, 2025 at 2:30 AM
U.S. senators critical of President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war said Saturday that the peace plan he is pushing Kyiv to accept would only reward Moscow for its aggression.
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⚡️Update: Search and rescue operations end in Ternopil with 33 dead, 6 still missing.
Operations concluded after four days, the State Emergency Service said on Nov. 22. The death toll has risen to 33, with six people missing, including a child.
Operations concluded after four days, the State Emergency Service said on Nov. 22. The death toll has risen to 33, with six people missing, including a child.
Polish 7-year-old girl among victims of Russian strike on Ternopil, death toll rises to 33
Search and rescue operations in the western Ukrainian city continue into their fourth day, officials reported on Nov. 22.
kyivindependent.com
November 22, 2025 at 6:51 PM
⚡️Update: Search and rescue operations end in Ternopil with 33 dead, 6 still missing.
Operations concluded after four days, the State Emergency Service said on Nov. 22. The death toll has risen to 33, with six people missing, including a child.
Operations concluded after four days, the State Emergency Service said on Nov. 22. The death toll has risen to 33, with six people missing, including a child.
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⚡️ European leaders push back on surprise Ukraine peace deal, affirm support for Kyiv.
European leaders pushed back on Nov. 21 against parts of a new and controversial U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine.
European leaders pushed back on Nov. 21 against parts of a new and controversial U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine.
European leaders push back on surprise Ukraine peace deal, affirm support for Kyiv
European leaders pushed back on Nov. 21 against parts of a new and controversial U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine.
kyivindependent.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
⚡️ European leaders push back on surprise Ukraine peace deal, affirm support for Kyiv.
European leaders pushed back on Nov. 21 against parts of a new and controversial U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine.
European leaders pushed back on Nov. 21 against parts of a new and controversial U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine.
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"The price for keeping the dialogue (with the U.S.) cannot be the sovereignty of Ukraine, which this plan undermines altogether," Inna Sovsun, a lawmaker from the opposition Holos party, told the Kyiv Independent.
'A plan of capitulation' — US push for controversial peace plan met with backlash in Ukraine
Amid mounting pressure from the White House, Kyiv is now grappling with a U.S. 28-point peace plan that many in the country view as a "capitulation."
Ukrainian activists, lawmakers, soldiers and vete...
kyivindependent.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
"The price for keeping the dialogue (with the U.S.) cannot be the sovereignty of Ukraine, which this plan undermines altogether," Inna Sovsun, a lawmaker from the opposition Holos party, told the Kyiv Independent.
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Ukraine says it holds lines in Pokrovsk, DeepState reports Russian advance past key railway; US threatening to cut intelligence, weapons to pressure Ukraine into new peace deal, Reuters reports; Rescuers recover 3 more bodies in Ternopil, including 2 children; and more.
Ukraine war latest updates: Ukraine says it holds lines in Pokrovsk, DeepState reports Russian advance past key railway (6)
Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated (6) times today. Ukraine says it holds lines in Pokrovsk as DeepState maps Russian advance over a key ra...
kyivindependent.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Ukraine says it holds lines in Pokrovsk, DeepState reports Russian advance past key railway; US threatening to cut intelligence, weapons to pressure Ukraine into new peace deal, Reuters reports; Rescuers recover 3 more bodies in Ternopil, including 2 children; and more.
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Yet every day, they walk door to door delivering hot meals and water to families who are even more isolated than they are. With five daily meal distribution stops, Dave and Dwayne bring comfort, connection, and care to neighbors rebuilding from nothing. #ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
November 18, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Yet every day, they walk door to door delivering hot meals and water to families who are even more isolated than they are. With five daily meal distribution stops, Dave and Dwayne bring comfort, connection, and care to neighbors rebuilding from nothing. #ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
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“We’re starting from zero, but this right here, this is everything.” - Dave, WCK Volunteer in Jamaica
In Westmoreland, Jamaica, Dave and his son Dwayne lost the home they built by hand to Hurricane Melissa. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
In Westmoreland, Jamaica, Dave and his son Dwayne lost the home they built by hand to Hurricane Melissa. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
November 18, 2025 at 11:38 PM
“We’re starting from zero, but this right here, this is everything.” - Dave, WCK Volunteer in Jamaica
In Westmoreland, Jamaica, Dave and his son Dwayne lost the home they built by hand to Hurricane Melissa. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
In Westmoreland, Jamaica, Dave and his son Dwayne lost the home they built by hand to Hurricane Melissa. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
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In Haiti, WCK and Hôpital Albert Schweitzer Haiti teams are working around the clock to serve meals to families affected by ongoing community violence. With fully locally run kitchens and distribution sites set up across the region, we’ve provided more than 4 million meals since May. #ChefsForHaiti
November 19, 2025 at 6:35 PM
In Haiti, WCK and Hôpital Albert Schweitzer Haiti teams are working around the clock to serve meals to families affected by ongoing community violence. With fully locally run kitchens and distribution sites set up across the region, we’ve provided more than 4 million meals since May. #ChefsForHaiti