State Dept. Layoffs Hit Russia and Ukraine Analysts
A former senior U.S. official said it was “shortsighted” to consolidate the department’s well-respected intelligence arm. Source: Original News
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Canada’s Mark Carney Says There’s Little Hope of Avoiding U.S. Tariffs in Trade Deal
After long insisting that Canada could avoid Trump tariffs through talks, Mark Carney now says that is unlikely for any nation. Source: Original News
Trump Administration Initiates Trade Investigation of Brazil
The United States has begun investigating Brazil’s trade practices and “anti-corruption interference,” after the president’s criticisms of Brazil’s treatment of Jair Bolsonaro, a Trump ally. Source: Original News
Senator Hawley Aims to Roll Back Medicaid Cuts He Voted for in Trump Policy Bill
The Republican senator introduced a bill Tuesday that would block restrictions on key strategies that states rely on to finance Medicaid and double a rural hospital fund. Source: Original News
Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia
Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%. Source: Original News
Trip drink ad banned over claim it makes you calm
The ad for the cucumber and mint drink made unauthorised health claims, the advertising watchdog found. Source: Original News
Stop being negative about savers buying shares, Reeves says
Chancellor tells the financial industry to change the narrative around consumer investment to encourage growth. Source: Original News
Republicans in Congress Shift to Backing Ukraine, Matching Trump’s Reversal
After years pressing to end U.S. aid to Ukraine, many Republicans have abandoned that position now that President Trump is supporting the country against Russian aggression. Source: Original News
What’s Next for Trump’s Plans to Dismantle the Education Department
Administration officials have already begun the process of transferring certain functions to other agencies. Source: Original News
Trump Hails $90 Billion in AI Infrastructure Investments at Pennsylvania Summit
Trump administration officials say winning the artificial intelligence race with China is a top priority. Source: Original News