Elon Musk made headlines at CPAC 2025 by brandishing a chainsaw, a gift from Argentine President Javier Milei, symbolizing radical cuts in bureaucracy and public spending. The move, echoing Milei's campaign themes, drew mixed reactions, particularly as Musk suggested slashing $500 billion from entitlement programs. His actions reflect an alignment with former President Trump's fiscal ideas and highlight growing international political connections.
Steve Bannon faced backlash for allegedly performing a Nazi salute at the 2025 CPAC. This gesture drew criticism from far-right figures and led to French politician Jordan Bardella canceling his appearance, reflecting broader concerns about the normalization of extremist symbols in conservative circles.
Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as Director of National Intelligence incites controversy due to her past foreign policy views and recent shift to the Republican Party. The Senate's narrow 52-48 vote reflects bipartisan unease, with criticism centered on her interactions with foreign leaders like Assad and her stance on Edward Snowden. Despite this, her military service and proposed intelligence reforms appeal to some GOP members.
In a surprising turn, the Gulf of Mexico has been renamed to the Gulf of America for U.S. users by President Trump's Executive Order 14172. Google Maps has updated its systems, and February 9 is now Gulf of America Day. Social media buzz underscores the move's symbolic importance and ties to Trump's nationalist themes.
Andrew Gwynne, UK Health Minister, was dismissed after offensive messages surfaced in a Labour group chat. The messages included disrespectful remarks towards constituents and fellow politicians. Gwynne apologized but was suspended while the Labour Party investigates. Conservatives criticized the incident, and Jewish leaders demanded his resignation.
The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections showcased sharp economic class divides. AAP retained its grip on poverty-stricken areas through welfare policies, while BJP gained traction in affluent constituencies with modernization appeals. Despite a 6% vote share, Congress couldn't secure any seats, highlighting opposition fragmentation.
During a campaign rally in South Carolina, former President Donald Trump proposed a plan to send the 'worst' undocumented immigrants to Guantanamo Bay. He suggested that those involved in serious criminal activities should be detained there. This controversial proposal has sparked widespread criticism, with opponents citing legal and human rights concerns. It highlights Trump's aggressive immigration policies that have been a staple of his political agenda.