Trump and Vance’s meeting with Zelensky in the Oval Office today “gave the lie to any claim that this administration’s policy is driven by any strategic effort to advance the interests of the United States, however misguided,” @davidfrum.bsky.social writes.
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1/5 There are three key takeaways from today’s fiscal monitor: 1) Spending is growing strongly so far this year; 2) Corporation tax continues to be volatile; and 3) Underlying tax revenue continues to grow.
The Fiscal Council has collaborated with the Climate Change Advisory Council on a new report. It sets out the costs Ireland faces if it misses its agreed EU climate commitments.
These could amount to staggering payments of €8bn to €26bn to Europe.
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A 7-spot ladybird landed on my arm in Glasthule, Co. Dublin. The Irish for ladybird is the lovely 'bóín dé' - 'little cow of god'.
Surely nobody is surprised at this stage? (@mcopelov.bsky.social is a worth following on this topic, and many others.)
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I wrote a new piece for foreign policy.
The US's postwar role as guarantor of Europe’s security is over – and may even turn adversarial. But Europe has an overlooked trump card.
When it comes to manufacturing Europe blows the US out of the water.
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The suggestion followed a stretch of days in which Trump referred to himself as a king and quoted a dictator in suggesting that he was immune from following laws.
This will be remembered as the day when America's honor took a deep dive...
And meanwhile #Ukraine will keep fighting for all of us who believe in freedom, justice and democracy
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Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people.
Be strong, be brave, be fearless.
You are never alone, dear President Zelenskyy.
We will continue working with you for a just and lasting peace.
