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President Trump announced that he will sign an executive order imposing a new 10 percent across-the-board tariff on trading partners, which will come into effect in three days. The tariffs are limited in duration and are a response to a recent Supreme Court decision that struck down previous trade authorities.
Senator Elizabeth Warren and other lawmakers raised concerns about potential corruption and political interference at the DOJ regarding the approval of the $1.6 billion merger between real estate firms Compass and Anywhere Real Estate. The officials questioned whether DOJ leadership, including recently ousted antitrust official Gail Slater, hindered a thorough review of the merger, which critics argue could worsen the housing crisis by increasing market concentration. The lawmakers also expressed alarm over the influence of politically connected individuals, such as lawyer Mike Davis, on the merger approval process and called for greater transparency and accountability by March 2026.
Oregon has lagged in COVID-19 vaccine access compared to neighboring West Coast states, prompting efforts to empower public health officials with standing order authority for vaccines through legislation. Senate Bill 1598, recently passed in the Oregon Senate, would allow the state’s public health officer to issue evidence-based vaccine orders without mandating vaccinations, and insurers would be required to cover recommended vaccines. The move aims to address federal guidance delays and improve vaccine deployment, but it faces opposition from some Republicans concerned about government overreach.
The article discusses the Trump administration's strong focus on animal welfare, highlighting efforts to combat animal abuse and cruelty through new initiatives and policy changes. It draws parallels between contemporary nationalist movements in Europe and historical fascist policies that used animal protection as part of their ideology, notably Nazi Germany. The article argues that animal nationalism often reflects a broader reordering of social values based on property and purity rather than genuine compassion.
Nuclear talks between the US and Iran in Oman, led by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, were described as a positive start with ongoing discussions planned, despite lingering mistrust and regional tensions. Following the talks, the US announced new sanctions targeting Iran’s oil exports and entities, while US military assets remain positioned near Iran. Iran’s military signaled readiness for war, but the White House emphasized diplomatic options remain available.
President Trump signed a proclamation imposing a 10% global tariff on all nations, utilizing Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 for the first time to replace previous tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court. The move could signal the beginning of a series of new tariffs aimed at restructuring existing trade levies, with the administration also continuing to suspend duty-free treatment for low-value imports. Trump indicated that other trade law provisions might be used to enforce additional tariffs, including those previously applied to China and steel and aluminum.
Following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated most of President Trump's tariffs as unconstitutional, Trump announced he would implement alternative tariffs, raising the global import tariff to 15% under a different legal authority. He signed an executive order lowering tariffs to 10% on nearly all non-U.S. countries outside of the U.S., which will take effect soon, while indicating plans to impose new tariffs at the 15% maximum limit. The court's decision, based on the conclusion that Congress, not the president, has authority to impose tariffs, was met with strong criticism from Trump, who labeled the ruling "deeply disappointing" and vowed to pursue other legal avenues and investigations.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Donald Trump's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were illegal, as the law does not authorize such unilateral tariff measures. In response, Trump announced he would implement a new 10% global tariff using Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, which allows tariffs for up to 150 days, and criticized the court for its decision. Critics and officials argued that refunds of the illegally collected tariffs are necessary, but the court's ruling did not explicitly order refunds, leading to calls for claims to be filed. Trump condemned the ruling and pledged to pursue alternative legal pathways to impose tariffs, while also criticizing the justices who ruled against him.
The article argues that the proposed Save America Act, which would require voters to present proof of citizenship, is unnecessary and potentially restrictive, as voter fraud and noncitizen voting are not significant issues in the U.S. The author contends that the bill aims to suppress voter turnout to secure political advantage for President Trump and his allies, reflecting a lack of commitment to democratic principles and an unwillingness to persuade voters.
President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a new 10% global tariff, effective immediately, following the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling invalidating his previous IEEPA-based tariffs. Trump criticized the ruling and stated he would seek other legal avenues to impose tariffs without Congressional approval, maintaining that existing tariffs under Section 232 and Section 301 remain in force. The new tariffs are temporary, lasting 150 days, and aim to replace the tariffs struck down, potentially affecting trade relationships, especially with China.
The U.S. Supreme Court invalidated President Donald Trump's broad global tariffs, ruling against his signature economic policy. This decision undermines the administration's efforts to implement such tariffs and represents a significant legal setback.
US Vice President JD Vance criticized the US Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Donald Trump's global tariffs, calling it an act of "lawlessness."