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Trump Doubles Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to 50% Amid Global Fury

President Trump has signed an executive order doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50%, escalating a trade conflict that has drawn sharp criticism from allies and threatens global markets. The move is a centerpiece of Trump's economic agenda amid ongoing trade tensions.

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24 Hours Trump doubles steel and aluminum tariffs to 50 percent + Elon Musk slams Trump’s tax and spending bill as disgusting abomination + Family of Boulder terror suspect detained by ICE + Defense Secretary Hegseth orders Navy to rename USNS Harvey Milk + South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung wins presidency in landslide + US-backed Gaza aid group suspends distribution for a day + Ukrainian drone strike devastates Russian bomber fleet + FDA to review safety of abortion drug mifepristone + Trump administration rescinds Biden's emergency abortion guidance + Federal judge orders prisons to maintain gender-affirming care + Chinese nationals charged with smuggling potential bioweapon into US + Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ beats ‘Stranger Things’ in views + Kennedy Center subscriptions plummet 36 percent post-Trump + Wells Fargo freed from Fed asset cap after scandals + Army hits recruiting goal four months early + Dutch government collapses over immigration dispute

Number 50% - Tariff hike on steel and aluminum imports enforced by US

Quote "This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination." — Elon Musk

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TOPICS

Trump Doubles Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to 50% Amid Global Outcry

Tariffs Hike Sparks Backlash From Canada Mexico and EU

Trump pushes July 4 deadline for new trade proposals

Trump administration intensifies protectionist trade policies, doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, triggering international criticism and market reactions.

Elon Musk Blasts Trump’s Spending Bill as Disgusting Abomination

Musk Threatens to Fire GOP Lawmakers Supporting Trump’s Megabill

GOP Leaders and White House Respond to Musk’s Bill Criticism

Elon Musk openly criticizes President Trump's major tax and spending legislation, branding it a 'disgusting abomination', creating GOP turmoil.

Family of Boulder Attack Suspect Taken Into ICE Custody

Suspect’s Wife and Kids Arrested After Boulder Firebomb Attack

Immigration Officials Detain Terrorist’s Family Following Attack

Family of Mohamed Soliman, suspect in Boulder terrorist fire attack, detained by immigration authorities amid national security concerns.

Hegseth Orders Navy to Strip Harvey Milk Name From Ship

Navy Moves to Rename Ship Honoring Gay Rights Advocate Milk

Pentagon Crosshairs on Navy Vessel Named for LGBTQ+ Pioneer

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders renaming of U.S. Navy ship named after gay rights icon Harvey Milk, stirring political backlash amidst Pride Month.

Lee Jae-myung Wins South Korea Presidency in Landslide

New South Korean Leader Promises Unity and Talks with North

South Korea Faces Trump-Shaped Crisis Under New President

South Korea elects Lee Jae-myung as president, signaling shift to liberal governance amid political turmoil and regional challenges.

US-backed Gaza Aid Group Halts Distributions Amid War

UN Set to Vote on Gaza Ceasefire Amid Aid Suspension

Aid Convoys in Gaza Face Deadly Risks as Access Closes

U.S.-supported humanitarian groups halt aid distribution in Gaza amid ongoing conflict; UN prepares to vote on ceasefire demands to address crisis.

Ukraine Drones Devastate Russian Bomber Fleet Deep Inside Enemy Lines

‘Operation Spiderweb’ Exposes Russian Airbase Vulnerabilities

Ukrainian forces execute daring drone strikes on Russian strategic bombers, inflicting heavy damage and raising questions about global military vulnerabilities.

FDA Commissioner McAry to Review Controversial Abortion Drug Safety

Trump Admin Pulls Biden-Era Guidance Protecting Emergency Abortions

Trump Administration Revokes Emergency Abortion Care Mandate

FDA to review safety of abortion pill mifepristone following new reports; Trump administration rescinds Biden-era emergency abortion guidance in hospitals.

Judge Blocks Trump Order; Prisons Must Provide Transgender Care

Federal Judge Orders Hormones for Transgender Prisoners to Continue

Court Halts Enforcement of Prison Ban on Transgender Treatments

Federal courts order continuation of gender-affirming care in prisons despite Trump administration efforts to halt treatments linked to transgender procedures.

Chinese Scientists Charged for Smuggling Potential Bioweapon Fungus

Chinese Couple Arrested Over Toxic Crop Fungus Smuggling Plot

University of Michigan Scholar Indicted in Bio-Pathogen Smuggling

Two Chinese nationals face charges for attempting to smuggle a dangerous biological pathogen with potential agroterrorism use into the United States.

Kennedy Center Subscription Sales Fall 36% Post-Trump Takeover

Revenue and Public Interest Plummet at Kennedy Center

Trump’s Arts Patronage Sparks Widespread Subscription Collapse

Kennedy Center sees significant drop in subscription sales and revenues since President Trump’s tenure began, amid criticism and public backlash.

Fed Lifts 7-Year Asset Cap on Wells Fargo After Scandal Reforms

Wells Fargo Freed to Grow After Toxic Sales Culture Clampdown Ends

Regulatory Shackles Removed From Wells Fargo’s Operations

Wells Fargo sees regulatory relief as Federal Reserve lifts asset cap imposed since fake account scandal of 2018, enabling bank's growth prospects.

Army Crushes Recruiting Goal Months Ahead of Schedule

Military Swells Ranks Early as Army Hits 2025 Enlistment Target

U.S. Army surpasses its 2025 recruiting target with four months to spare, reaching 61,000 new active-duty soldiers, amid ongoing military expansion efforts.

Dutch Government Collapses as Far-Right Wilders Quits Coalition

Immigration Dispute Topples Netherlands’ 11-Month-Old Government

Populist Withdrawal Sends Dutch Politics Into Turmoil

Dutch ruling coalition collapses following the far-right party's withdrawal over asylum policy disputes, triggering significant political instability.

Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Beats ‘Stranger Things’ in Most-Watched List

Netflix drama ‘Adolescence’ surges past ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4 in viewership, marking a significant streaming success for the platform.

Immigration Agents Arrest Wife and Children of Boulder Suspect

ICE Holds Family of Terrorist Suspect Behind Colorado Firebombing

Family of suspect involved in deadly Colorado attack taken into custody by federal immigration officials, intensifying national debate on immigration enforcement.

Ukraine Blows Up Pillar of Key Crimean Bridge in Explosive Attack

Ukraine Targets Russian Supply Lines with Major Strike

Drone Attacks Highlight Vulnerabilities in Russian Defense

Ukrainian forces claim significant strikes on Russian infrastructure including critical bridges, intensifying the ongoing conflict and straining Russian logistics.

Trump Admin Scraps Emergency Abortion Care Mandate for Hospitals

Guidance on Life-Saving Abortions Withdrawn by Trump Officials

Trump Administration Pulls Biden-Era Protections for Emergency Abortions

Trump administration rescinds Biden-era guidance mandating emergency rooms perform abortions in cases where the patient’s life is at risk, sparking controversy.

Senate Republicans Eye Deeper Cuts Amid GOP Bill Rift

Rand Paul and GOP Allies Resist Trump’s Spending Plan

Sen. Ron Johnson Labels Trump's Bill Immoral, Joins Opposition

Growing tensions emerge within Republican party over Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill,' with GOP senators opposing the plan due to deficit concerns and internal discord.

FBI’s Anti-Catholic Intelligence Memo Disseminated Broadly

New Docs Reveal FBI’s Extensive Monitoring of Traditional Catholics

Grassley Exposes FBI Use of Biased Sources in Catholic Memos

Widespread investigations reveal expanded FBI targeting of conservative Catholics, showing broader surveillance efforts than previously disclosed under Biden administration.

Newark Mayor Sues U.S. Attorney Over ‘False Arrest’ at ICE Site

Mayor Baraka Alleges Political Retaliation by Trump Prosecutor

Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Habba After Mayor’s ICE Arrest

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka files lawsuit against federal prosecutor Alina Habba over arrest at ICE detention center, accusing her of malicious prosecution.

FDA to Review Safety of Widely Used Abortion Pill Mifepristone

Makary Promises FDA Review Amidst Abortion Drug Safety Concerns

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary commits to reviewing the safety of abortion drug mifepristone following reports raising medical concerns.

Kennedy Center Denies Subscription Decline Amid 36% Drop

Arts Center Faces Revenue Collapse Since Trump Overhaul

Kennedy Center reports a large drop in subscription sales post leadership changes, pushing back on media reports labeling the decline as 'fake news'.

OECD Cuts Global Growth Forecast Over Escalating Tariffs

Fed Projects GDP Spike Despite Trade War Challenges

US Factory Orders Drop as Tariff Anticipation Fades

U.S. economic outlook worsens amid rising trade tensions and tariff threats, according to OECD and Federal Reserve forecasts.

Sen. Jim Banks Proposes Heavy Penalties for Visa Overstays

ICE Targets Family of Colorado Terror Suspect in Deportation Drive

Trump Administration Expands Use of Expedited Deportation Policies

US immigration enforcement ramps up with new laws criminalizing visa overstays and increased deportation efforts targeting families of terrorism suspects.

Netflix Drama ‘Adolescence’ Becomes Second Most-Watched Series

Netflix further entrenches its streaming dominance as ‘Adolescence’ achieves record English-language viewership, surpassing popular shows like ‘Stranger Things’.

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Florida Social Media Ban for Kids

Legal Challenges Continue Against Florida’s Youth Social Media Ban

Federal courts block Florida’s social media ban for children pending ongoing legal challenges, raising questions about free speech and children’s internet access.

Disgraced Lawyer Tom Girardi Sentenced to 7 Years for Embezzlement

Federal Court Sends Former Celebrity Lawyer Girardi to Prison

Former lawyer Tom Girardi sentenced to more than seven years in prison for embezzling millions from clients, marking a high-profile legal downfall.

Pentagon Orders Navy Ship Name Changes Amid ‘Warrior Culture’ Shift

US Limits Military Bases in Syria, Retaining Single Operational Site

Military and defense updates include Pentagon plans to rename ships, continued US military presence in Syria, and progress in US Army recruiting goals.

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