Politics

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Japanese Imports, Escalating Trade Tensions

President Trump announces a 25% tariff on Japanese imports, stirring tensions and impacting Japan's economy ahead of key elections.

#trump, #japan, #tariffs, #trade, #economy

House Passes GENIUS Act for Stablecoin Regulation, Awaits Presidential Approval

U.S. House passes GENIUS Act, setting federal stablecoin rules; Trump's crypto ties raise concerns.

#stablecoins, #cryptocurrency, #regulation, #trump, #geniusact

Trump Announces Military Aid to Ukraine, Threatens Sanctions on Russia

U.S. to supply Ukraine with Patriot missiles; Trump warns of tariffs on Russian oil if no peace deal in 50 days.

#trump, #ukraine, #russia, #patriotmissiles

President Trump Considers Firing Fed Chair Powell, Stirring Debate on Central Bank Independence

Trump’s potential removal of Fed Chair Powell intensifies debate on central bank independence and market stability.

#trump, #federalreserve, #jeromepowell, #economy, #politics

Senate Passes Controversial $9 Billion Spending Cut Bill

U.S. Senate approves $9 billion cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid; House vote imminent.

#uspolitics, #spendingcuts, #foreignaid, #senatevote

National Urban League Declares Civil Rights 'State of Emergency' in Latest Report

The National Urban League's report criticizes recent policies for undermining civil rights, urging resistance against conservative initiatives.

#civilrights, #nationalurbanleague, #project2025, #usa

Trump's Tensions with Fed Chair Powell Stir Market Concerns

Trump considers dismissing Federal Reserve Chair Powell, sparking concerns over central bank's independence and market stability.

#trump, #federalreserve, #jeromepowell, #interest rates

Israeli Coalition Faces Collapse After Ultra-Orthodox Parties Exit Over Draft Exemption Dispute

Netanyahu's coalition loses majority as Shas and UTJ exit, escalating political crisis over military draft exemptions.

#israel, #netanyahu, #ultraorthodox, #coalition, #militarydraft

U.S. Imposes Universal 10% Tariff on Imports to Combat Trade Deficit

U.S. implements a 10% universal tariff on imports, targeting China with up to 55%, aiming to reduce the $1.2 trillion trade deficit.

#us, #trade, #tariffs, #china, #manufacturing

U.S. Imposes 25% Tariff on Japanese Imports, Sparking Economic and Diplomatic Tensions

The U.S. imposes a 25% tariff on Japanese imports, leading to economic and diplomatic tensions. Japan responds with emergency economic measures.

#tariffs, #usjapanrelations, #economy, #trump, #trade

Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Proceed with Dismantling Department of Education

In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court permits Trump's plan to dismantle the Dept. of Education, sparking debate over federal involvement in education.

#supremecourt, #education, #trumpadministration, #politics

Supreme Court Strengthens Protections for Students with Disabilities in Unanimous Ruling

Landmark ruling ensures equal legal standards for students alleging disability discrimination, impacting educational accommodations.

#supremecourt, #disabilityrights, #education, #ada

Mike Waltz Faces Senate Scrutiny for U.N. Ambassador Nomination

Mike Waltz vows to revamp the U.N., faces Senate on his nomination amid past controversies and Trump's critical stance on U.N. policies.

#mikewaltz, #unitednations, #donaldtrump, #uspolitics, #foreignpolicy

House Republicans Stall Passage of GENIUS Act, Impacting Stablecoin Regulation

House Republicans disrupt stablecoin bill passage, affecting regulation, market reacts; challenges arise in crypto legislation.

#stablecoin, #regulation, #cryptocurrency, #republicans, #geniusact

Supreme Court Authorizes Trump Administration's Plan to Lay Off Education Department Workers

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to lay off 1,400 Education Department workers, sparking debate over federal and state roles in education.

#supremecourt, #education, #trumpadministration, #layoffs