Trump doubles steel tariffs, ignites global trade firestorm
President Trump announced a sweeping hike doubling steel and aluminum tariffs to 50%, escalating his trade war with global backlash and market fears. The move marks a critical pivot in his economic agenda amid mounting judicial challenges.
24 Hours Trump to double steel tariffs sparks global backlash + White House pulls NASA nominee days before Senate vote + Hamas agrees to release 10 hostages under US ceasefire plan + Iran increases near weapons-grade uranium stockpile + Wildfires in Canada trigger US Midwest air quality warnings + DOJ arrests 14 in $25M COVID relief fraud scheme + Judge blocks Trump administration's move on Venezuelan protected status + Secretary of Defense warns of imminent China threat to Taiwan + Trump celebrates US Steel-Nippon deal in Pennsylvania + Hamas demands amendments to US Gaza ceasefire proposal + Federal appeals court blocks Trump’s mass federal firings + New Moderna COVID-19 vaccine approved for seniors and at-risk + Russian missile attacks kill civilians as Ukraine hopes for peace talks + US sends nuclear deal proposal to Iran amid rising uranium enrichment + Minnesota Governor urges Democrats to 'be a little meaner' + Deadly Nigerian floods toll rises above 150
Number 250 million - Honeybees escaped after truck overturned in Washington state.
Quote “There’s no reason to sugarcoat it,” — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on China’s imminent threat to Taiwan.

Trump doubles steel and aluminum tariffs amid trade war escalation
EU ‘strongly’ regrets Trump’s tariff hike plans
White House pulls NASA nominee days before Senate vote
The Trump administration is aggressively pursuing economic measures including doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, sparking international criticism and causing concerns over domestic and global market impacts. Legal challenges and court rulings have emerged over these policies, with implications for the administration’s broader economic agenda.

Hamas agrees to release 10 living hostages under US ceasefire plan
Hamas demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire proposal
Hamas blasts US envoy’s ceasefire plan response as unacceptable
Hamas responds to multiple US-backed ceasefire proposals in Gaza, agreeing to release some hostages but demanding amendments. The group’s stance continues amid ongoing conflict and deteriorating humanitarian conditions, while international mediation efforts persist.

Iran boosts near weapons-grade uranium stockpile by 50 percent
UN watchdog reports secret Iranian nuclear activities
Iran producing near weapons-grade uranium amid talks
Iran significantly increases its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, raising alarms over nuclear capabilities. UN and IAEA reports highlight the growth despite ongoing nuclear talks, adding pressure to international diplomatic efforts.

Canadian wildfires trigger Midwest air quality alerts
Wildfires force evacuations, shelters open in Manitoba
Military evacuates residents from fast-moving Canada fire
Officials highlight severe wildfires in Canada affecting large populations and causing air quality warnings in parts of the US. Evacuations are underway as emergency responses escalate to manage the growing threat to health and safety.

Judge blocks revocation of Venezuelan legal protections
Appeals court keeps block on federal workforce layoffs
Supreme Court allows Trump to end some migrant protections
Legal and judicial developments include multiple federal court rulings blocking or limiting Trump administration policies, particularly on workforce downsizing and immigration protections, reflecting ongoing judicial pushback against executive actions.

White House withdraws Trump pick to lead NASA
Trump pulls NASA nominee days before confirmation vote
White House to name new NASA administrator after withdrawal
The White House announces withdrawal of Jared Isaacman’s nomination to lead NASA, with plans to name a replacement soon, just before a scheduled Senate vote, marking a significant last-minute change in Trump’s administration appointments.

Secret Service whistleblower: Biden got lost in closet
Biden unaware of executive orders signed by autopen
Senator says Biden mentally incompetent in office
The Biden administration faces scrutiny over whistleblower revelations concerning the former president’s cognitive fitness, with reports alleging he became disoriented in the White House and used an autopen for executive orders, fueling political controversy.

FDA approves Moderna’s new lower-dose COVID vaccine
Trump admin sets HIV research back a decade with cuts
FDA greenlights Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for 65 and older
Health and science updates include FDA approval of Moderna’s new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine for seniors and certain risk groups, alongside reports of deep funding cuts in HIV and other research programs under the current administration raising concern among experts.

14 arrested in $25M COVID relief fraud bust
Two indicted in NYC crypto kidnapping and torture case
Founder of NH addiction center charged over journalist intimidation
Investigations and arrests relate to major criminal cases including a $25 million COVID relief fraud scheme, kidnapping cases involving cryptocurrency, and allegations against addiction center founders, reflecting intensified federal enforcement actions.

ICE reorganizes to target 3,000 deportations per day
Trump's 'sanctuary cities' list draws bipartisan criticism
40 states partner with ICE 287(g) program
Developments in US immigration policy see ICE reorganizations aiming to increase deportations, accompanied by criticism of sanctuary city listing and local law enforcement partnerships, indicating a ramp-up in immigration enforcement under Trump’s administration.

Defense chief warns of imminent threat from China
Hegseth urges Asia to boost defense against China threat
US pledges military support for Taiwan amid rising tensions
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issues urgent warnings over China’s military threat, urging Asian allies to increase defense spending and pledging US support to deter aggression, highlighting escalating geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.

Musk departs DOGE with a black eye
Trump questions Musk’s DOGE cuts, calls him half ‘boy’
Trump praises Musk in farewell video
President Donald Trump’s interactions with Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) conclude as Musk gains public attention for a black eye and controversial departure. Meanwhile, Trump continues to push aggressive budget and policy measures.

Trump’s showdowns with judiciary to escalate
Trump lashes out at Federalist Society over judge appointments
Democrats urged to act 'meaner' amid 2028 speculation
Legal and political battles intensify as Trump pushes back against judiciary, including Federalist Society conflicts and state legal fights, while Democrats struggle with party brand and electoral challenges heading into 2028.

Honorary Secret Service agent DJ Daniel faces new tumors
Family and White House share heartbreaking DJ Daniel update
DJ Daniel’s father gives health update after tumor diagnosis
The tragic health situation of 13-year-old honorary Secret Service agent DJ Daniel advances with new tumors diagnosed, drawing public concern and official statements from the White House and family for support and prayers.

NYPD officers linked to accused kidnappers placed on leave
Drive-by shooting wounds 7 teens in Chicago
Illegal alien who killed Las Vegas cop was thrice over limit
Violence and crime reports highlight an increase in assaults on police, drive-by shootings, and tragic fatal crashes involving illegal aliens, underscoring rising public safety concerns in various US regions.

Weird cosmic signals discovered unlike any known object
Meta plans AI to replace 90% of privacy risk assessments
SpaceX rockets keep exploding amid FAA probe
Major scientific and technological reports include strange signals from space, concerns over AI replacing humans in privacy assessments, and SpaceX’s mixed record of rocket launches, reflecting innovation and challenges in aerospace and technology sectors.

Syria and Saudi Arabia aim to boost economic cooperation
German Chancellor Merz plans meeting with Trump next week
Trump accuses China of violating tariff agreements
International diplomacy and economic cooperation evolve as Syria and Saudi Arabia seek to boost ties, German Chancellor Merz to meet President Trump amid trade tensions, and ongoing disputes with China intensify.

Death toll climbs to 151 after Nigerian flooding
Truck accident releases 250 million honeybees in Washington
Wildfires worsen conditions in Canada and US Midwest
Environmental crises worsen with Nigerian floods killing over 150 and massive honeybee truck accident in Washington releasing millions of bees, highlighting vulnerabilities to natural and accidental disasters.

FDA approves new Moderna COVID-19 vaccine option
CDC recommends COVID shots for healthy children despite controversy
Public skepticism rises over new vaccine acceptance
Cutting-edge COVID-19 vaccine approvals and public health warnings amid ongoing debates on vaccine protocols, highlight continuing challenges in pandemic management and medical research funding under current administration.

PBS sues Trump administration over funding cuts
Harvard faces funding cuts and legal battles from Trump admin
CBS settles Trump lawsuit over Kamala Harris interview
Judicial controversies and legal actions target universities and media, including Harvard, PBS, and CBS, with lawsuits and funding disputes intensifying amid the Trump administration’s push against institutions deemed oppositional.
NYPD transit assaults increase by 19 percent
Two arrested for Chicago drive-by shooting with multiple teen victims
Police and public safety challenges sharpen with rising assaults on officers, controversial arrests, and public criticism, reflecting tensions between law enforcement and communities in major U.S. cities.
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