Trump accuses Germany of being captive to Russia at NATO
At the NATO summit, President Trump alleges Germany’s gas deal with Russia leaves Berlin “captive to Russia” and pushes for a 4 percent defense spending target. Merkel defends Germany’s policy while stressing independence, and Stoltenberg urges unity despite tensions. NATO reaffirmed 2 percent pledges. Trump presses for higher burdens while critics label him divisive.
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Jens Stoltenberg
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Angela Merkel
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Ukraine
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Huckabee Sanders
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St. Petersburg
Resignation of Puerto Rico power chief amid privatization push
Wal ter Higgins quit as CEO of Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority amid debt and leadership turnover months after being named to oversee privatization. He cited unmet contract compensation while noting his family health issue. Rafael Diaz Granados will succeed July 15 at a $750000 salary as the island rebuilds from Maria and faces austerity.
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Rafael Diaz Granados
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Mexico
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Thomas Rivera Schatz
Juan Rosario
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