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Trump Announces 90-Day Pause on Reciprocal Tariffs, Raises Levy on China
China will now face a 125 percent tariff, the president announced.
US Stock Indexes Surge Following Trump’s Tariff Pause
The Dow soared by nearly 3,000 points, while the Nasdaq went up by 12.1 percent.
Tariffs Could Be a Win for California’s Battered Wine Industry
‘A lot of people don’t want to speak out on this because it’s become such a politicized issue,’ a winemaker says.
▶How Trump’s 125 Percent Tariffs Are Dismantling China’s Unfair Trade Regime: Christopher Balding
Here’s how Trump is reshaping the global economic order and forcing a decoupling from China.
How Chinese Imports Are Leveraged in Cyberattacks
Chinese-made devices have been repeatedly exploited as part of a Beijing-backed effort to undermine and destabilize the United States.
Australia Rejects Offer to Join Hands With China Against US Tariffs
Trump has increased tariffs on China to 125 percent, while the rest of the world will get a 90 day pause on reciprocal tariffs.
DOJ Launches ‘Second Amendment Task Force’ to Guard Gun Rights
The attorney general said the president directed her to propose a plan of action designed ’to protect the Second Amendment rights of all Americans.’
Trump Says He Does Not Want to See US Steel Corp Go to Japan
‘We don’t want to see it go to Japan,’ Trump said on Wednesday, adding ‘We love Japan.’
US Spy Chief Gabbard Starts Task Force to Investigate Intelligence Community
Her statement said the group will also work in concert with the Department of Government Efficiency.
First Launch of Amazon’s Satellite Network Grounded Due to Weather
The first 27 satellites of the more than 3,200 planned for the first-generation constellation were set to lift off at 7 p.m. on April 9.
Walmart Frames Tariffs as Opportunity, Commits to Low Prices
The retail giant said tariffs were opportunity to gain market share while emphasizing its business strategy. Its shares closed up nearly 10 percent.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
Art Critic Loves Shen Yun
Art critic Karen Sulcan came to see Shen Yun Performing Arts on April 8 and was pleased to share that she loved it.
In Congressional Testimony, Whistleblower Accuses Meta of Aiding China’s Censorship
The former Facebook executive accused the company of working to help China ‘out-compete’ U.S. companies.
Trump’s NASA Nominee Committed to US Beating CCP to Moon
‘Space is the ultimate high ground,’ Jared Isaacman said. ‘We cannot afford to cede that ground.’
Former MLB Player Tony Blanco Saved Friend Before Dying in Dominican Nightclub Roof Collapse
Former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco were among the 184 people who died in a ritzy Santo Domingo nightclub on April 8 when the roof collapsed.
House Passes Bill to Curb Judges’ Nationwide Injunctions
The measure would prevent federal district court judges from stalling the president’s agenda with sweeping orders.
Trump Signs Orders to Boost Arms Procurement and Shipbuilding, Streamline Arms Sales
The president directs the Pentagon to boost both private and public investment in the shipbuilding industry.
New Wave of Trump’s Deregulation Eases Rules on Shower Heads, Plastic Straws, and More
The president’s actions also target Biden-era limits on gas stoves, water heaters, washing machines, furnaces, and dishwashers.
FBI Investigates Vandalism of Tesla Charging Station in Washington State
The incident comes amid a growing wave of vandalism and targeted attacks against the electric vehicle brand.
Noem Relaunches Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office
Homeland Security secretary said Trump would prioritize help for families of victims of crimes committed by illegal immigrants.
250 Years Ago, Part 4: The Salem Gunpowder Raid and Leslie’s Retreat
On the road to the Revolutionary War, defiant Patriots give the British a prelude of battles to come.
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