President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine rejected an offer from the Trump administration to relinquish half of the country’s mineral resources in exchange for U.S. support, as reported by five sources. The proposal included granting the United States a 50 percent stake in Ukraine’s minerals, with the U.S. seeking not only minerals but also oil and gas resources. Zelensky declined the deal, citing the lack of security guarantees for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, with ongoing negotiations highlighting the growing divide between Kyiv and Washington over support and the war.
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Are You Among the Estimated 452,000 Americans Losing Part of Your Social Security Check?
As of 2023, Americans aged 60 and older hold approximately $125 billion in student loans, with around 452,000 borrowers aged 62 and older in default. Starting in June, the Trump administration will resume aggressive collection efforts that were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially impacting Social Security benefits for borrowers unable to repay their loans. Those receiving Social Security may face reductions in their benefits to cover outstanding loan amounts, whether they took out loans...
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