Republicans achieve a slight win on the $9 billion spending cut proposal
3G Capital Acquires Skechers for $9.4 Billion What can you actually buy for $9.4 billion? Recently, 3G Capital made headlines by acquiring Skechers, the footwear giant, for that staggering amount. Well, for starters, $9.4 billion could pay for a pretty nice apartment in New York City for over 40,000 years. Of course, by then, it […]
Senate Republicans approve Trump’s budget cuts, reducing $9 billion for foreign aid and public broadcasting.
Senate Republicans Pass $9 Billion Rescue Bill Senate Republicans have approved President Donald Trump’s $9 billion rescue legislation, which targets reductions in foreign aid programs and funding for public broadcasters that lean left politically. The measure passed the Senate with a narrow vote of 51-48. Notably, GOP Senators Lisa Murkowski from Alaska and Susan Collins […]
Gates supports $1 billion technology fund despite questionable past investments
Gates Foundation Launches New Initiative On Thursday, the Gates Foundation, alongside its partners, unveiled Next-Ladder Ventures, a new initiative aimed at enhancing resources for what they call “Frontline Workers.” The foundation plans to invest $1 billion over the next 15 years, focusing on a demographic that may come as a surprise to many. The initiative […]
Cantor and Adam Back Collaborate to Start Bitcoin Treasury Business with $3.5 Billion in BTC
Simply put The Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company is set to launch following a merger with Cantor Equity Partners I. This venture will be spearheaded by Adam Back, who is also the CEO of Blockstream Capital. Upon its launch, the company will have over $3.5 billion in Bitcoin, complemented by $1.5 billion in financing. The Bitcoin […]
Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg will not have to testify following the resolution of an $8 billion privacy lawsuit with Meta shareholders.
Recently, Mark Zuckerberg and various current and former directors of Meta Platforms reached an agreement to settle a claim asserting $8 billion in damages due to violations of Facebook users’ privacy. Details about the settlement weren’t disclosed, and the defense attorney refrained from addressing Judge Cataline McCormick of the Delaware Chancery Court. Notably, McCormick postponed […]
BitMine Immersion Now Holds Nearly $1 Billion in Ethereum to Support its Ethereum Treasury Plan
Bitmine Surpasses $1 Billion in Ethereum Holdings Bitmine has now achieved a total of over $1 billion in Ethereum (ETH) holdings, a significant increase from its initial $250 million just a week prior, marking a rise of more than 300%. As of July 17, 2025, the company reported it holds approximately 300,657 ETH, which is […]
XRP is on the verge of reaching a $200 billion market cap: price approaches record high
Key takeout: XRP is nearing a market cap of $200 billion for the first time. In July, XRP’s price surged by 35% compared to Bitcoin. If the current trend continues, XRP’s market cap could exceed $250 billion. XRP (XRP), for the first time, is on track to surpass a $200 billion market capitalization as Bitcoin […]
Trump Cancels $4 Billion in Federal Support for California’s Bullet Train Project
California High-Speed Rail Projects Hit with Funding Cancellation On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of $4 billion in federal funds designated for California’s high-speed rail projects, which have faced numerous challenges and delays over the years. These projects have experienced persistent issues related to budget overruns, logistical hurdles, and a lack of demand […]
Senate Republicans push forward a $9 billion spending cuts proposal despite opposition from Democrats and some within their own party, along with other major stories.
Good morning, welcome to TotalNews. Here’s what you need to know today… Top 3 1. Senate Republicans have trimmed spending reduction proposals by $900 million, facing pushback from both Democrats and some GOP members. 2. A CEO has claimed he was offered $20 million to organize a protest against Trump. 3. Mohren Comey, the daughter […]
Senate approves $9 billion reduction in global aid and public broadcasting, a victory for Trump
On Thursday morning, the Senate approved a package requested by President Trump, directing $9 billion in federal funds for international aid and public broadcasting to the House for a final vote. The vote, which ended 51-48, represented a win for Trump, who has expressed a desire to shrink the federal government. Democrats criticized the package […]