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Trump Confirms Haley and Pompeo Will Not Join Second Administration

President-elect Donald Trump has announced that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be part of his administration in its second term. Trump expressed his appreciation for their past service but confirmed that they would not hold key positions in his upcoming administration. Haley, who served as South Carolina's governor before becoming the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations under Trump, has been a significant figure in the Republican Party. Despite once criticizing Trump during their 2016 primaries clash, she later endorsed him for his second bid for the presidency. Pompeo, who served as the CIA Director and later Secretary of State during Trump's first term, was another figure many speculated might return in a senior role. Trump's decision marks a shift in the dynamics within the GOP, as he prepares to form his team for the next four years. The absence of Haley and Pompeo in his second-term cabinet signals a move towards

Historic Win for Far-Right in French First-Round Vote

 

In a surprising turn of events, Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) party secured historic gains in the first round of France’s parliamentary election. The RN and its allies captured 33% of the vote, outperforming both the left-wing bloc (28%) and President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance (20%). This outcome dealt a significant blow to Macron, who had called for the snap election after the RN’s victory in European Parliament elections last month.

The path to forming a government now hinges on the decisive second round. Other parties must strategically rally around the best-placed rival candidates in constituencies across France to thwart Le Pen’s ascent. The RN, once a pariah, is now closer to power than ever before. Le Pen’s efforts to rebrand the party have resonated with voters amid concerns over immigration and the high cost of living.

However, questions remain about the RN’s policies. An RN-led government would challenge the direction of the European Union, given its resistance to further integration. Economists also question the party’s fully funded spending plans. Market relief following the results pushed the euro to a two-week high during Asian trading.

As the remaining candidates prepare for the second round, the political landscape in France hangs in the balance. Will the far-right National Rally secure victory, or will other parties rally to prevent Le Pen’s ascent? Only time will tell.

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