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On another front, President Biden’s optimistic claim that India has agreed to cease buying Russian oil was met with skepticism. Indian officials have yet to confirm this, illustrating the complexities of international energy politics and the risk of overpromising on diplomatic commitments.
Domestic Political Maneuvering: IRS and Political Enemies
Within U.S. politics, the story broke about the IRS, with reports suggesting that those in charge, like acting commissioner Scott Bessant, are reorganizing investigative units to scrutinize liberal groups linked to figures like George Soros. This move raises alarms about the potential weaponization of the IRS for political ends—a long-standing concern, especially given historic overreach dating back to Nixon.