Trump declares “turnaround for the ages” in marathon State of the Union
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Trump declares “turnaround for the ages” in marathon SOTU
President Donald Trump hailed a dramatic “turnaround for the ages” in his first State of the Union address of his second term Tuesday night, touting sharp drops in inflation to 1.7%, gasoline prices below $2.30 a gallon, border security gains, and tax breaks like no tax on tips or overtime after just one year back in office, while issuing sharp warnings about prior failures and clashing with disruptive Democrats in a record-long speech lasting nearly two hours.
Economic triumph touted: Trump claimed core inflation fell to its lowest in over five years at 1.7% in late 2025, with everyday Americans like a homeschooling waitress saving thousands via no-tax policies on tips, overtime, and expanded child credits.
Border and security focus: He emphasized zero recent illegal crossings, highlighted victims of migrant crime as guests, and challenged Democrats to affirm protecting citizens over non-citizens, sparking seated refusals and outbursts.
Heroism honors awarded: Trump presented Medals of Honor to veterans including a 100-year-old WWII aviator and a soldier who participated in Maduro’s capture, plus Purple Hearts and other recognitions amid stories of sacrifice and rescue during crises.
Future golden age vision: Looking to America’s 250th independence anniversary, he declared a “golden age” underway with promises of bolder progress, energy independence, and a continuing revolution of liberty.
Significant takeaways from Trump’s speech:
Universal 401(k) Push: Trump proposed government matching up to $1,000 yearly for workers lacking employer retirement plans, extending benefits to everyday Americans via existing tax credits starting 2027.
Corporate Home Ban Call: He urged Congress to permanently prohibit private equity and institutions from buying single-family homes, prioritizing people over corporations to boost affordability.
Inflation Victory Claimed: Trump asserted core inflation hit its lowest in over five years at 2.5%, crediting his policies for economic strength despite voter skepticism and midterm pressures.
Minimal Foreign Focus: The speech stayed mostly domestic with brief Iran diplomacy comments, avoiding deeper foreign policy while highlighting tensions like Democratic disruptions in the chamber.
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JPMorgan admits debanking Trump after Jan 6 riot
JPMorgan Chase has admitted in court filings that it closed bank accounts tied to President Donald Trump and his affiliated companies in February 2021, weeks after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, amid Trump’s $5 billion lawsuit accusing the bank of politically motivated “debanking” that disrupted his business operations.
Admission in Court: JPMorgan confirmed via executive declaration that it notified Trump and his hospitality firms in February 2021 of account closures, providing until April to transfer hundreds of millions in funds.
No Explicit Reason Given: Closure letters cited general rights under account agreements to end relationships, with no specific cause listed, though bank policies allow terminations for regulatory or risk concerns.
Bank Denies Politics: JPMorgan insists closures were not due to political or religious reasons but to manage legal and regulatory risks, calling the lawsuit meritless while supporting anti-weaponization efforts.
Lawsuit Seeks Justice: Trump’s team views the admission as proof of unlawful discrimination based on conservative views, claiming massive financial and reputational damage in a case demanding a jury trial.
Hegseth ultimatum shocks AI giant Anthropic
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday to drop safeguards barring its AI from autonomous weapons and mass surveillance of Americans, threatening to blacklist the company or seize control via the Defense Production Act.
Deadline looms Friday: Hegseth issued a firm deadline after Tuesday’s tense meeting with CEO Dario Amodei, demanding unrestricted military access to Claude AI models or face severe penalties.
Ethical red lines hold: Anthropic refuses to allow its technology for fully autonomous lethal weapons or widespread domestic spying on U.S. citizens, citing risks of abuse.
Threats escalate dramatically: Non-compliance could trigger a “supply chain risk” label—typically for foreign threats—forcing DoD vendors to avoid Anthropic—or invocation of the Defense Production Act.
High stakes for Anthropic: The clash jeopardizes a $200 million DoD contract and classified network access, despite the company’s recent $30 billion valuation and national security role.
Gold surges amid tariff chaos and Mideast flare-up
Gold climbed as much as 1.3% Wednesday, reclaiming ground above $5,000 an ounce, as investors sought safe-haven protection from fresh uncertainty over U.S. import tariffs—including a new 10% levy—and escalating Middle East tensions ahead of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks.
Tariff uncertainty boosts: Traders eye Trump’s 10% import tax effective Tuesday and potential 15% hike, fueling concerns over trade policy chaos and U.S. budget deficit impacts.
Geopolitical risks rise: Middle East frictions intensify with U.S. military buildup before Iran nuclear negotiations, adding to gold’s safe-haven appeal.
Silver surges sharply: The white metal jumped above $90 an ounce, riding the wave of broader precious metals demand amid global uncertainties.
Analysts see upside: Experts note tariff and Iran risks could trigger a sustained gold breakout, despite headwinds from steady U.S. interest rates.
Bitcoin surges past 66K in dramatic rebound
Bitcoin briefly topped $66,000 on February 24, 2026, rebounding sharply from recent selloffs amid dip-buying and rising equities ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union address, though gains pared as the speech avoided crypto mentions.
Dip-buying sparks rally : Traders scooped up Bitcoin after an extended selloff triggered by tariff policy setbacks, driving a 3.52% intraday gain—the largest since mid-February.
Altcoins join surge : Ether climbed as much as 4.84% to near $1,900, Solana gained up to 5.48%, and XRP rose 3.53% amid broader positive sentiment before partial pullbacks.
Trump speech impact : Crypto trimmed gains during the address defending economic policies, with no mention of digital assets despite his pro-crypto reputation since returning to the White House.
Cautious market signals : Heavy put option buying near $58,000 for early March expiry reflects downside fears tied to geopolitical risks like potential US-Iran tensions.
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