Tom Ozimek
Tom Ozimek is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times. He has a broad background in journalism, deposit insurance, marketing and communications, and adult education.
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Don Lemon Charged With Federal Civil Rights Crimes Over Minnesota Church Protest
Lemon’s lawyer Abbe Lowell described the arrest as an ‘unprecedented attack on the First Amendment.’
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Trump’s Deal to Avert Government Shutdown Hits Snags as Senators Block Quick Vote
The delay came despite a bipartisan deal that split off Homeland Security funding to avert a shutdown ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline.
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Trump Shares Video Showing Earlier Violent Confrontation Between Pretti and Federal Agents
The newly published video is from a Jan. 13 incident in which Alex Pretti, who was shot by federal agents in a later clash, behaves violently toward agents.
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Why Your IRS Tax Refund Could Be Delayed in 2026—and How to Avoid It
New rules tied to the phase-out of paper checks could delay refunds unless taxpayers provide or correct direct deposit details.
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Gold Surges Above $5,300 to Record High as Dollar Slides
Analysts have said gold’s surge signals more than a fleeting flight to safety.
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Amazon Cuts 16,000 Jobs in Latest Restructuring Push
Employees whose roles are eliminated will be given 90 days to seek another position within the company.
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White House Says Trump Stands By Strict Immigration Enforcement in Minnesota
Cooperation between Minnesota officials and federal authorities is crucial to easing tensions and restoring public safety, the White House press secretary said.
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Minneapolis CEOs Urge De-escalation After Fatal Shooting by Border Patrol Agent
Officials said a Border Patrol agent fired during a struggle to disarm a suspect during an immigration enforcement operation.
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Winter Storm Snarls Travel, Threatens Power Outages as Ice and Snow Sweep US
Trump said FEMA is prepared as forecasters warn of dangerous ice buildup and long-duration power outages across the storm’s path.
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China Probes 2 Top Military Officials for ‘Serious Violations’
The announcement indicates an intense power struggle within the highest level of the Chinese regime.
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Trump Says He'll Soon Announce His Pick for Next Fed Chief
The president is keeping the name secret for now.
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Big European Pension Funds See Higher Risk in US Holdings, Reject ‘Weaponizing’ Capital
Nordic funds say U.S. policy volatility and debt concerns are lifting the risk premium on American assets but that investment moves are not politically driven.
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US to Gain ‘Total Access’ to Greenland Without Payment, Trump Says
Under the agreement, the United States would gain access to the Arctic island for an unlimited period of time and at no cost.
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EU Puts Trade Deal With US on Hold Over Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat
The European Parliament has frozen “Turnberry” tariff legislation, saying Washington is using duties to coerce Denmark and undermine transatlantic stability.
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Lutnick Says US Can Hit 6 Percent Growth If Fed Cuts Rates
The commerce secretary predicted U.S. economic growth topping 5 percent in the first quarter, projecting significantly higher GDP if the Fed lowers rates.
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Bessent Warns Taiwan Chip Reliance Risks ‘Economic Apocalypse’
The Treasury secretary said Washington is racing to reshore semiconductors and critical minerals to counteract China’s leverage over key supply chains.
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Trump Posts Macron Message Questioning Greenland Push, Offering G7 Talks
The EU is planning for an emergency summit as Trump tied Greenland demands to new tariff threats against European allies.
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Bessent Dismisses Speculation That Europe Could Dump US Debt Over Greenland
While the U.S. Treasury market is deep and liquid, it is vulnerable to foreign outflows, analysts have said.
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World Economic Forum Opens With Record Leader Turnout as Trump Set to Attend Davos
World leaders head to Switzerland for high-stakes talks, as AI investment fuels optimism but geopolitical tensions darken the mood.
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Trump Warns Iran Against Targeting US Bases
The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia urged Americans in the region to take additional precautions and avoid non-essential travel to U.S. military installations.
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Don Lemon Charged With Federal Civil Rights Crimes Over Minnesota Church Protest
Lemon’s lawyer Abbe Lowell described the arrest as an ‘unprecedented attack on the First Amendment.’
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Trump’s Deal to Avert Government Shutdown Hits Snags as Senators Block Quick Vote
The delay came despite a bipartisan deal that split off Homeland Security funding to avert a shutdown ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline.
|
Trump Shares Video Showing Earlier Violent Confrontation Between Pretti and Federal Agents
The newly published video is from a Jan. 13 incident in which Alex Pretti, who was shot by federal agents in a later clash, behaves violently toward agents.
|
Why Your IRS Tax Refund Could Be Delayed in 2026—and How to Avoid It
New rules tied to the phase-out of paper checks could delay refunds unless taxpayers provide or correct direct deposit details.
|
Gold Surges Above $5,300 to Record High as Dollar Slides
Analysts have said gold’s surge signals more than a fleeting flight to safety.
|
Amazon Cuts 16,000 Jobs in Latest Restructuring Push
Employees whose roles are eliminated will be given 90 days to seek another position within the company.
|
White House Says Trump Stands By Strict Immigration Enforcement in Minnesota
Cooperation between Minnesota officials and federal authorities is crucial to easing tensions and restoring public safety, the White House press secretary said.
|
Minneapolis CEOs Urge De-escalation After Fatal Shooting by Border Patrol Agent
Officials said a Border Patrol agent fired during a struggle to disarm a suspect during an immigration enforcement operation.
|
Winter Storm Snarls Travel, Threatens Power Outages as Ice and Snow Sweep US
Trump said FEMA is prepared as forecasters warn of dangerous ice buildup and long-duration power outages across the storm’s path.
|
China Probes 2 Top Military Officials for ‘Serious Violations’
The announcement indicates an intense power struggle within the highest level of the Chinese regime.
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Trump Says He'll Soon Announce His Pick for Next Fed Chief
The president is keeping the name secret for now.
|
Big European Pension Funds See Higher Risk in US Holdings, Reject ‘Weaponizing’ Capital
Nordic funds say U.S. policy volatility and debt concerns are lifting the risk premium on American assets but that investment moves are not politically driven.
|
US to Gain ‘Total Access’ to Greenland Without Payment, Trump Says
Under the agreement, the United States would gain access to the Arctic island for an unlimited period of time and at no cost.
|
EU Puts Trade Deal With US on Hold Over Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat
The European Parliament has frozen “Turnberry” tariff legislation, saying Washington is using duties to coerce Denmark and undermine transatlantic stability.
|
Lutnick Says US Can Hit 6 Percent Growth If Fed Cuts Rates
The commerce secretary predicted U.S. economic growth topping 5 percent in the first quarter, projecting significantly higher GDP if the Fed lowers rates.
|
Bessent Warns Taiwan Chip Reliance Risks ‘Economic Apocalypse’
The Treasury secretary said Washington is racing to reshore semiconductors and critical minerals to counteract China’s leverage over key supply chains.
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Trump Posts Macron Message Questioning Greenland Push, Offering G7 Talks
The EU is planning for an emergency summit as Trump tied Greenland demands to new tariff threats against European allies.
|
Bessent Dismisses Speculation That Europe Could Dump US Debt Over Greenland
While the U.S. Treasury market is deep and liquid, it is vulnerable to foreign outflows, analysts have said.
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World Economic Forum Opens With Record Leader Turnout as Trump Set to Attend Davos
World leaders head to Switzerland for high-stakes talks, as AI investment fuels optimism but geopolitical tensions darken the mood.
|
Trump Warns Iran Against Targeting US Bases
The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia urged Americans in the region to take additional precautions and avoid non-essential travel to U.S. military installations.
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