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Donald Trump faced significant backlash after a post attacking filmmaker Rob Reiner in the wake of a stabbing incident drew widespread outrage, even from conservative allies who deemed his comments inappropriate.
In a separate development, Trump filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, claiming bias over the editing of a documentary related to his January 6th speech. Meanwhile, former Speaker Nancy Pelosi resisted a growing push for a stock-trading ban among Congress members, which has raised suspicions regarding her motives amidst GOP accusations of corruption.
In another political move, Ford Motor Company announced a staggering $19.5 billion loss as it rolled back its electric vehicle plans, opting to produce more hybrid models instead. Additionally, FBI Director Kash Patel has been under scrutiny for his social media posts that seem to prioritize personal publicity over the bureau's integrity, raising questions about his future in the administration.
Lastly, the U.S. military continues its campaign against drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific, recently striking three boats and resulting in eight fatalities, as part of an ongoing effort started during the Trump administration.