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Jul 2, 2026

Trump Administration to Launch 'Trump Accounts' on July 4, Providing $1,000 to Newborns

The Trump administration plans to launch a new savings program called 'Trump Accounts' on July 4, 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The program will provide $1,000 to newborns as part of an effort to boost financial savings.

Jul 2, 2026·3 sources

Jun 15, 2026

Sweden passes laws allowing deportation for 'bad behaviour' and requiring public workers to report unauthorized migrants

Sweden's parliament has approved legislation enabling authorities to revoke residency permits based on criteria including unpaid debts, undeclared work, or links to extremist organizations, while also mandating public sector workers to report migrants not authorized to live in the country.

Jun 15, 2026·3 sources

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▪Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO of Micron Technology, pledged a $250 million donation to Trump Accounts.
▪Six million people have signed up for Trump Accounts as of July 2, 2026, according to a U.S. Treasury Department spokesperson.
▪Uber, Intel, IBM, Nvidia, and Steak 'n Shake plan to add Trump Account contributions to their employee benefits packages.

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