Shayanne Gal, provided by Published 3:42 pm CST, Friday, January 11, 2019 Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images As a businessman, President Donald Trump was never afraid to offer a piece of his mind in private, in press conferences, and on Twitter. Since running for and being elected president of the United States, Trump's reputation for sharing his thoughts hasn't changed at all. Trump's quotes are funny, historic, controversial — and all of them are memorable. To commemorate Trump's second anniversary since he took office on January 20, here are 30 of his most famous quotes since being elected president. Jenny Cheng and Pat Ralph contributed to an earlier version of this post. Trump brought the country together in trying to decode what he meant in a late night tweet with the word "covfefe". Twitter; Agence France-Presse/Mandel Ngan; Business Insider Source: Twitter After meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump once again reiterated his belief that his … [Read more...] about 30 of Trump’s most famous quotes since becoming president
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Scuffle Ends in Deadly Shooting Outside New Jersey Home
Police say a New Jersey man fought off an unwanted house visitor by using the suspect’s own gun — ultimately killing him. Police responded to a report of shots fire at a Bound Brook home around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. The intruder allegedly arrived at the residence brandishing a semi-automatic handgun and a fight erupted with the man who lives at the home. The two allegedly scuffled near the patio area of the home, which connects the living space with the carriage house. Top Tri-State News Photos AP Police say that during the altercation the resident was able to get control of the gun and fired — hitting 29-year-old Terrence Coulanges, of Old Bridge, who died later at an area trauma center. Neighbors were stunned to find out of the violence on such an unlikely street. “It’s kind of crazy,” neighbor John Cappello said, adding that “a lot of state troopers live around here.” Top News Photos: Federal Workers Rally Against Shutdown … [Read more...] about Scuffle Ends in Deadly Shooting Outside New Jersey Home
Report: Jeff and Mackenzie Bezos didn’t sign a prenup
Jeff Bezos’ bank account is poised to take a big hit with his divorce.The Amazon founder did not sign a prenuptial agreement with his wife, Mackenzie Bezos, before their 1993 marriage, TMZ reported, citing sources.That means they could divvy up their assets 50/50, as they will file for divorce in Washington, where all of a married couple’s property is considered to be owned by both of them.Bezos is the richest man in the world with a net worth of $137 billion. He and Mackenzie announced they are getting a divorce earlier this week.RELATED: Take a look at Jeff and Mackenzie Bezos through the years: 19 PHOTOS Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos through the years See Gallery Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos through the years FILE: Jeff Bezos, founder and chief executive officer of Amazon.com Inc., left, holds hands with his wife MacKenzie Bezos, while arriving for a morning session during the Allen & Co. Media and Technology Conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, U.S., on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Report: Jeff and Mackenzie Bezos didn’t sign a prenup
A look inside the 25-year marriage of the richest couple in history, Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos — who met at work, were engaged in 3 months, and together owned more land than almost anyone else in America
Amazon CEO and founder Jeff Bezos announced Wednesday that he and his wife, MacKenzie Bezos, would divorce. They were married in 1993, after meeting at D.E. Shaw & Co. Shortly afterward they relocated to Seattle to found Amazon, where MacKenzie Bezos was an early employee. Today, Jeff Bezos is worth an estimated $137 billion, making him one of the richest people in modern history. Jeff Bezos, the billionaire founder and CEO of the online retail giant Amazon, announced Wednesday that he and his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, would divorce. “As our family and close friends know, after a long period of loving exploration and trial separation, we have decided to divorce and continue our shared lives as friends,” the couple said in a statement on Twitter. Bloomberg estimates Jeff Bezos is worth $137 billion – making him one of the richest people in modern history, according to CNN. He’s also topped … [Read more...] about A look inside the 25-year marriage of the richest couple in history, Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos — who met at work, were engaged in 3 months, and together owned more land than almost anyone else in America
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, wife MacKenzie to divorce
Jan 9 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc Chief Executive Jeff Bezos and wife MacKenzie Bezos have decided to divorce after a long trial separation, Bezos said on Wednesday in a joint statement by the couple on Twitter.Amazon.com again became Wall Street's most valuable company this week, surpassing Microsoft Inc. Bezos' fortune has soared to more than $160 billion, thanks to his stake in Amazon.pic.twitter.com/Gb10BDb0x0— Jeff Bezos (@JeffBezos) January 9, 2019From modest beginnings as an online bookseller, Bezos and Amazon branched out into almost every product category available, ending up taking on established retail giants such as Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Bezos founded Amazon in 1994.Under Bezos, Amazon launched the Kindle e-reader and revolutionized the way books are distributed and read. The company has also been a pioneer in cloud computing. 19 PHOTOS Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos through the years See Gallery Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos through the years FILE: Jeff Bezos, … [Read more...] about Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, wife MacKenzie to divorce