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Trump Escalates Trade War: 35% Tariffs on Canada Set for August

President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 35% tariff on Canadian imports starting August 1, significantly escalating tensions with America's key trade partner and rattling markets worldwide.

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Number 35% - Tariff rate announced by Trump on Canadian imports starting August 1

Quote "Trump was right" — John Kerry on border security

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Trump Threatens 35% Tariffs on Canada Starting August

Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Political Dispute

Trump Mulls Mass Blanket Tariffs as Trade War Escalates

President Donald Trump intensifies his trade war, imposing significant tariffs on Canada and Brazil, escalating tensions with key U.S. trading partners. These new tariffs threaten economic relations and impact markets.

State Department Plans 15% Layoffs Starting Friday

State Department to Begin Mass Firing Wave Soon

State Department Warns Employees of Targeted Reductions

The U.S. State Department announces large-scale layoffs, aiming to cut roughly 15% of its domestic workforce, reflecting a major government reorganization under the Trump administration.

Israeli Strike Kills 10 Children at Gaza Clinic

EU Strikes Deal to Deliver Food and Fuel to Gaza

Israeli Military Lawyers Express Concerns Over Gaza Plan

Intense violence and human rights concerns arise from Israel's military operations in Gaza, including deadly airstrikes killing children and ongoing displacement amid ceasefire talks.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

Judge Halts Trump's Citizenship Policy After Supreme Court

Nationwide Block Issued on Trump's Birthright Citizenship EO

Federal courts continue to block President Trump's executive orders targeting birthright citizenship, creating legal roadblocks even after the Supreme Court's restrictive ruling on nationwide injunctions.

HHS Bars Illegal Aliens from Taxpayer-Funded Benefits

Trump Ends Free Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

Violence Erupts as ICE Agents Raid California Cannabis Farms

Trump administration continues to crack down on immigration policies, restricting benefits, enforcing raids, and battling lawsuits related to deportations and ICE operations.

Six Secret Service Agents Suspended for Trump Assassination Failures

Secret Service Suspends Six Agents Related to 2024 Attack

Six Secret Service Agents Punished but Not Fired After Trump Shooting

Six U.S. Secret Service agents face suspensions linked to failures surrounding last year's assassination attempt on President Trump, raising questions about protective security protocols.

Trump Says NATO Deal Will Fund Weapons to Ukraine

Trump Poised to Send Ukraine Arms Under NATO Drawdown

Trump Plans Weapon Sales to NATO Allies for Ukraine

President Trump announces a deal to supply weapons to Ukraine through NATO allies, signaling renewed U.S. military support amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

Texas Flood Death Toll Hits 119, Search Continues

At Least 200 Homes Damaged in New Mexico Floods

Hero Teen Dies Saving Family in Flooding Van Crash

Devastating floods in Texas and New Mexico cause over 120 deaths, massive destruction, and ongoing rescue efforts, with communities struggling to recover and officials under scrutiny for emergency response.

France and UK Agree on Migrant Returns Deal

UK to Begin Returning Migrants To France Soon

Starmer and Macron Launch Plan to Curb Small Boat Crossings

International relations and migration controls tighten as France and the UK agree on measures to combat illegal migration across the English Channel amid rising migrant crossings.

Trump Appeal Denied in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Case

E. Jean Carroll Wins $5 Million in Defamation Appeal

Federal Court Upholds Civil Verdict Against Trump

President Trump faces multiple legal setbacks including upheld verdicts against him and denied appeals in high profile sexual abuse and defamation cases.

War Crimes Likely in Sudan, ICC Finds

Ukrainian Intelligence Officer Killed in Kyiv

Russia Escalates Drone Attacks on Ukraine

U.S. continues to face global security challenges with assassinations, war crimes, and sanctions amid ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Sudan, and Middle East.

Trump Admin Investigates George Mason University DEI Policies

Harvard Quietly Dismantles DEI Offices Amid Trump Pressure

T-Mobile Pulls Back on DEI to Appease White House

The Trump administration steps up scrutiny on diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in major institutions like universities and federal agencies, leading to investigations and policy rollbacks.

Trump Picks 'Alpha Male' Influencer as Malaysia Ambassador

Nick Adams Nominated for U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia

Trump Nominates Hooters-Loving Troll for Diplomacy Post

President Trump nominates controversial social media influencer Nick Adams to serve as U.S. ambassador to Malaysia, stirring criticism over qualifications and background.

S&P 500 Hits Record High as Delta Reports Earnings Beat

Bitcoin Tops $116K, Crushing Short Sellers

Delta Stock Rally Signals Stabilized Travel Demand

Market activity highlights include Nasdaq and S&P 500 hitting record highs and Bitcoin surging past $116,000 amid economic optimism and responses to trade policies.

Alan Dershowitz Claims Knowledge of Suppressed Epstein Names

DOJ Probes Possible Epstein File Destruction

Steve Bannon Demands Release of All Epstein Documents

Legal drama unfolds with investigations and controversies involving Jeffrey Epstein files, including claims of document destruction and secrecy, sparking calls for transparency.

HHS Bans Illegals from Accessing Federal Benefits

Trump Administration Ends Taxpayer Subsidies for Illegal Aliens

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Restricts Immigrants’ Head Start Access

HHS and other Trump administration agencies move to deny illegal immigrants access to public benefits, health programs, and education funding, reinforcing immigration crackdown policies.

FBI Conducts Polygraphs to Detect Leakers

FBI Director's Loyalty Tests Raise Eyebrows

Fired DOJ Official Warns America Is ‘Driving Into an Abyss’

Reports reveal growing internal tensions and loyalty tests within the FBI, including use of polygraphs to identify leaks and dissent amid leadership conflicts.

Angela Paxton Files for Divorce from Ken Paxton

Texas AG Ken Paxton’s Wife Cites ‘Biblical Grounds’ in Divorce

Divorce Shakes Up Texas Senate Race Ahead of 2026 Election

Texas political turmoil deepens as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces divorce filings from his wife, state Senator Angela Paxton, citing 'biblical grounds' and alleged adultery.

Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Unleash Drone Dominance

Defense Secretary Directs Massive Drone Surge

Pentagon Cuts Red Tape to Boost U.S. Drone Arsenal

Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth issues sweeping orders to ramp up drone production and military dominance to compete with China and Russia, signaling escalation in defense posture.

DOJ Opens Probe into Minnesota Hiring Discrimination

Minnesota DHS Policy Investigated for Civil Rights Violations

Tim Walz Faces $430K Scrutiny Over Legal Prep Costs

Investigations into racial and gender discrimination are launched against Minnesota’s Department of Human Services and other state agencies for possibly unlawful hiring practices.

Protests Erupt During Federal Immigration Raids in California

Federal Agents Clash with Demonstrators at Cannabis Farm

ICE Agents Deploy Gas Amid CA Farm Protest Standoff

Federal agencies and local authorities clash with protesters during immigration enforcement raids, notably at Southern California cannabis farms leading to confrontations and arrests.

John Kerry Says Trump Was Right About Border Security

Former Climate Czar Admits Border Is ‘Under Siege'

Kerry: Democrats Allowed Border to Remain Vulnerable

John Kerry admits President Trump was right on border security and immigration, marking a significant shift in Democratic acknowledgment of border challenges after years of policy debates.

White House Accuses Fed Chair Powell of Mismanagement

Budget Director Slams Powell Over Fed Renovations

Vought Claims Powell Violated Building Rules Amid Renovation

The Federal Reserve under Jerome Powell faces criticism from the White House budget chief over management of renovation projects and finances, intensifying political pressure on the Fed chair.

Texas Flood Response Sparks Political Blame Storm

Critics Slam Noem Over Delayed FEMA Flood Response

Trump Calls for Flood Alarms After Deadly Texas Disaster

Major flooding aftermath in Texas evokes political blame games, scrutiny over emergency responses, and calls for improved disaster preparedness amid ongoing search and rescue efforts.

Sen. John Fetterman Defends ICE, Slams Calls to Abolish Agency

Fetterman Breaks Ranks, Calls Anti-ICE Rhetoric Outrageous

Violent Assaults on ICE Agents Surge Amid Political Backlash

Major legal and political controversies surround immigration enforcement, with ICE agents defending their work amid surging violence and political attacks.

NYC Dems Slam Mamdani as ‘Not Even a Democrat’

DNC Chair Shrugs Off Mamdani’s Antisemitism Backlash

Jewish Congress Members Alarmed by Mamdani Mayoral Rise

Controversial mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani divides New York Democrats, drawing sharp criticism from party leaders and Jewish groups amid antisemitism concerns and political feuds.

Amazon Prime Day Enters Day Three With Big Deals

Best Prime Day Action Camera Deals for Thrill Seekers

Amazon Prime Day: Up to 70% Off Select Products

Amazon Prime Day provides abundant discounts with extended sales on tech gadgets, gaming equipment, and household items attracting bargain hunters during the multi-day event.

US Textile CEO Says Tariffs Cause Havoc, Job Cuts

Trump’s Copper Tariffs Spark Market and CEO Concerns

Wall Street Futures Flat Amid Tariff Headwinds

Corporate and political fallout surrounds Trump administration policies, including criticism of tariff impacts on American companies and heated attacks on Federal Reserve decisions.

Mahmoud Khalil Files $20M Claim Against Trump Admin

Detained Columbia Grad Seeks $20 Million in Lawsuit

Palestinian Activist Sues Trump Admin for False Detention

Investigations and lawsuits continue against Trump administration over immigration detentions and alleged wrongful imprisonments, with claimants seeking millions in damages.

Romania Acquires Iron Dome for NATO Eastern Defense

DoD Approves Pentagon Update for Drone Production Surge

Hegseth Directs Military to Boost Drone Arsenal Rapidly

Military and defense developments highlight U.S. efforts to counter global threats with new weaponry approvals, drone dominance strategies, and missile defense systems acquisition.

Four Ex-Jail Officers Sentenced in WV Inmate Death

Judge Blocks Woke Air Force Colonel’s Promotion

FICO Stock Drops Amid Mortgage Scoring Shift

Settlements, legal proceedings, and appointments continue to shape the political and cultural landscape across the U.S., including high-profile criminal cases and government nominee controversies.

OpenAI Plans AI-Powered Web Browser Launch Soon

Grok 4 AI Update Unveiled by Elon Musk

Impact of Early-2025 AI Tools on Developer Productivity

Major tech advancements include AI web browser launches, Nvidia's market cap surpassing $4 trillion, and AI's impact on productivity gains and market valuations.

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