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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Donald Trump will face trial in March 2024 for attempting to overturn the 2020 election. The trial is set one day before "Super Tuesday" when Republican voters in multiple states will decide on their presidential nominee. Trump is facing several criminal and civil cases.
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The Barbados Light & Power Company Limited's attorney argues that the Fair Trading Commission made multiple errors in its decision regarding a rate increase application. Various intervenors presented their opposing views. The hearing will conclude on Wednesday, after which the FTC will make its ruling.
Donald Trump's election campaign has reportedly raised $7.1m since his recent arrest, with a significant portion coming from merchandise featuring his image. Trump faces multiple indictments but denies all charges.
Barbados' Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade cautions that the rise of AI threatens job security, as 83 million global jobs could disappear in the next five years.
Former parliamentarian and retired trade unionist Robert "Bobby" Morris advocates for highly-qualified public servants rather than more politicians in Barbados, emphasizing the need for efficient program delivery and collaboration with the private sector.
