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Trump Unleashes Global Tariff Blitz Amid Trade Deadlines

Trump Raises Canada Tariffs to 35% as Deadline Hits

Markets Slide on Trump’s Sweeping New Tariffs

President Donald Trump has introduced a new wave of tariffs impacting dozens of U.S. trading partners, including increased rates on Canadian imports. These trade measures have sparked global reactions and affected markets worldwide amid negotiation pressures and looming deadlines.

U.S. Envoy Tours Gaza Aid Sites as Crisis Worsens

Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Meets Netanyahu on Gaza Aid

Aid Foundation Hits 100 Million Meals Delivered in Gaza

Humanitarian crisis deepens in Gaza as U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff visits aid distribution sites, confronting the challenges faced amid ongoing conflict and aid blockades. The worsening conditions have led to mounting international concern and calls for peace efforts.

Deadliest Strike Hits Kyiv in Over a Year

Zelensky Demands Tougher Sanctions After Kyiv Attack

Russia Claims Capture of Eastern Ukraine Town

Kyiv suffers its deadliest attack since 2024 amid Russian missile strikes, with rising casualties prompting urgent calls from Ukrainian officials for tougher sanctions on Russia and international support.

Judge Blocks End to Migrant Deportation Protections

Federal Judge Extends Temporary Protection for Migrants

Judge Halts Trump Move to End Migrant Status Protections

Legal battles and judicial actions continue around immigration and deportation policies, including federal judges blocking the Trump administration from ending protections for migrants from Central America and Asia, citing legal and humanitarian concerns.

Trump Blasts Fed Chair Powell as 'Stubborn Moron'

Trump Demands Fed Board Take Control if Rates Stay High

Trump Escalates War with Jerome Powell on Interest Rates

President Trump intensifies conflict with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over interest rates, accusing him of stubbornness and urging the Fed board to assume control if cuts are not made, escalating tensions between the White House and monetary policymakers.

White House to Build $200 Million State Ballroom

Karoline Leavitt Reveals New Massive White House Ballroom

Trump Plans Grand White House Ballroom Expansion

The White House announces plans for a new $200 million ballroom addition to the historic residence, aiming to expand event capacity with a 90,000-square-foot space seating 650 guests, reflecting Trump’s ongoing renovations to the executive mansion.

Senate GOP Debates Future of Blue Slip Tradition

Trump Urges End to Senate Blue Slip Rule

Senate Pushes Confirmations Amid Blue Slip Debate

Senate Republican leaders debate the future of the century-old 'blue slip' tradition that grants senators a role in judicial appointments, as Trump calls for its end to speed up confirmations amid a backlog of nominees requiring Senate approval.

Teacher Charged in Double Homicide at Arkansas Park

Suspect Admits to Fatal Stabbing of Hiking Couple

New Details on Arkansas Park Murder Suspect Unveiled

Arkansas man and former teacher Andrew James McGann is charged with fatally stabbing a hiking couple in a state park, an incident that has shocked the community and triggered investigations into the motive and background of the accused.

Justin Timberlake Opens Up About Lyme Disease Diagnosis

Pop Star Reveals Battle With Debilitating Lyme Disease

Justin Timberlake Shares Details on Secret Health Fight

Justin Timberlake publicly reveals diagnosis of Lyme disease, sharing his struggle with the debilitating illness following his recent world tour, drawing attention to the health challenges faced by the globally recognized singer and actor.

Beijing Protests FBI’s New Office in Wellington

FBI Director Kash Patel Visits New Zealand Office

The FBI has inaugurated its first dedicated office in New Zealand, aiming to counteract increasing influence from China in the region, a move that has elicited diplomatic unease from Beijing.

Virginia Giuffre’s Family Condemns Trump Over Epstein

Epstein Files Spark Outrage Amid Calls for Transparency

Trump Claims Epstein ‘Stole’ Girls From Mar-a-Lago

Legal and political fallout continues around Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, with families of victims expressing shock over President Trump's comments and ongoing demands for justice and release of related documents.

Ukraine Restores Independence of Anti-Graft Watchdogs

Zelenskyy Signs U-Turn Anti-Corruption Law Amid Protests

Ukraine Battles Graft Amid War Pressures

Ukraine's Parliament passes legislation restoring independence to key anti-corruption watchdogs after significant public backlash and EU pressure, aiming to strengthen governance and transparency amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Senate Moves to Limit Arms Sales to Israel

Democrats Break Ranks on Israel Weapons Vote

Votes Reveal Senate’s Divide Over Israel Support

Senate shows increasing bipartisan split on U.S. arms sales to Israel, reflecting growing apprehension over the ongoing conflict in Gaza, with a majority of Democrats voting to block weapons transfers in a notable political shift.

Judges Report Rise in Threats Amid Political Tensions

Violent Attacks on ICE Agents Reach Record High

Politicized Attacks Threaten Public Servants and Law Enforcement

Federal agents and law enforcement officials describe rising threats and violence aimed at judges and ICE agents, highlighting increasing dangers for public servants amid heated political climates and social unrest.

Senate Advances Bill Banning Lawmaker Stock Trading

Trump Demands Senate Stay to Confirm All Nominees

U.S. lawmakers and officials prepare for critical debates on stock trading bans for politicians and the confirmation of judicial nominees, with President Trump urging Senate Republicans to stay in session to clear nomination backlogs.

Texas Leaders Admitted Asleep Amid Deadly Flooding

Official Testimony Reveals Flood Response Failures

Questions Mount Over Texas Flood Warning System

Texas officials admit leadership failures during recent catastrophic floods as investigations continue, raising questions about preparedness, warning systems, and emergency response effectiveness in disaster zones.

Trump Pressures Drugmakers to Cut U.S. Prices

UCLA Faces Research Funding Freeze Over Antisemitism Claims

Federal Funding Disputes Shake Academic Institutions

Amid fierce controversy and political attention, Trump administration threatens drug companies to curb prescription prices, while states and institutions face federal funding cuts due to accusations of antisemitism and bias.

Federal Judge Blocks Termination of Migrant Protections

Court Extends Safeguards for Central American and Asian Migrants

The Biden administration’s handling of immigration policies sees setbacks with federal judges blocking attempts to end protections for thousands of migrants, underscoring the ongoing legal battles over the status of Central American and Asian immigrant groups.

Trade Partners Rush to Meet Trump’s Tariff Deadline

Countries Face Sharp US Tariffs as Deadline Nears

Unsettled Deals Threaten Global Market Stability

U.S. trade partners scramble for deals to avoid hit from Trump’s looming tariff deadline, with many countries yet to reach agreements and facing increased tariffs starting August 7, further shaking the global economy.

Senate Majority Leader Considers Recess Appointments

Judicial Nomination Backlog Stresses Senate

The Senate faces growing pressure amid a backlog to confirm President Trump's judicial and executive nominees, with Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicating recess appointments may be considered to break the deadlock.

Epstein Victim’s Family Demands Justice Amid Trump Comments

Trump Faces Backlash Over Epstein Relationship Remarks

Controversies around Jeffrey Epstein and related investigations continue to surface, with families of victims demanding justice and public figures, including President Trump, under scrutiny for their connections and comments.

Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Trump Pressure

Markets Brace for Jobs Report Amid Rate Decision

Investors React to Fed’s Hold and Trade Turmoil

The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite pressure from President Trump to cut rates, as markets react cautiously and the economy faces uncertain prospects ahead of key jobs reports and international tensions.