Carney Expresses Disappointment as Trump Raises Tariffs on Canada to 35%
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has expressed “disappointment” over a newly increased tariff on certain exports to the United States. In a move that escalates the ongoing trade dispute, U.S.…
Biden Warns of ‘Dark Days’ Under Trump Administration
Former President Joe Biden issued a stark warning on Thursday, stating that the country is facing “dark days” under President Donald Trump’s administration. Speaking at the National Bar Association’s annual…
Europeans Unhappy with Trump’s Terms Say EU-US Tariff Deal Is Still Unfinished
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and US President Donald Trump announced an EU-US trade agreement after months of tough negotiations, narrowly beating Trump’s August 1 deadline. Many in…
Figma CEO Says AI Superintelligence Is Not an Imminent Threat to the Company
Figma co-founder and CEO Dylan Field expressed confidence Thursday that artificial intelligence does not pose a serious threat to the design software company’s future, even as it prepares to go…
Trump Imposes 50% Universal Tariff on Copper Imports, Sending Prices Plummeting
President Donald Trump signed an order on Wednesday imposing a universal 50% tariff on copper imports, marking the latest metal targeted with steep import taxes under his administration. Market Reaction…
Democratic Lawmakers Sue Trump Administration Over Detention Center Access
Twelve Democratic members of Congress have initiated a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that it has unlawfully obstructed their attempts to visit federal immigration detention centers. The complaint, filed…
U.S. and South Korea Reach Trade Deal Setting Seoul Tariffs at 15%
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a “Full and Complete” trade agreement with South Korea, setting a blanket tariff rate of 15% on South Korean exports to the U.S.…
China Tariff Deal Hinges on Trump’s Consent
Top officials from the U.S. and China concluded two days of talks described by both sides as “constructive,” focusing on whether to extend their 90-day tariff truce. China’s trade negotiator…
Golden Dome Might Not Be the Golden Opportunity Silicon Valley Anticipated
The Trump administration’s Golden Dome initiative aims to develop a next-generation missile defense system, setting the stage for startups and established defense contractors to compete for a massive $151 billion…
Trump Administration Permits Federal Workers to Express Religious Beliefs
The Trump administration has issued new guidance to allow federal employees greater freedom to express their religious beliefs at work. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a memorandum on…
Trump Says He Ended Ties with Jeffrey Epstein Over Theft of His Employees
President Donald Trump on Monday said he expelled his longtime friend Jeffrey Epstein from his Mar-a-Lago club and severed ties years ago because Epstein “stole people who worked for me.”…
Thailand and Cambodia Leaders Agree to Ceasefire After Five Days of Fighting
The leaders of Cambodia and Thailand agreed on Monday to an immediate ceasefire effective from midnight, aiming to end their deadliest conflict in over a decade following five days of…
Trump Administration to Release Over $5 Billion in Frozen Education Funds
The Trump administration has decided to release the remainder of nearly $7 billion in public school funding that was abruptly frozen earlier this month, following a programmatic review. A senior…
Trump Clashes with Powell Over Renovation Costs During Fed Visit, Softens Firing Threats
President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell engaged in a public back-and-forth on Thursday regarding cost overruns at the Fed’s Washington headquarters. The exchange occurred as Trump toured…