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States sue to block Trump's election order, saying it violates the Constitution
Democratic officials in 19 states are suing over President Donald Trump’s attempt to reshape elections across the U.S., calling it an unconstitutional invasion of states’ clear authority to run ...ABC News - 2d -
Canada’s Carney Puts Tariffs on U.S.-Made Cars as Stellantis Plant Pauses Production
Mark Carney, a former central banker, also called on “like-minded countries” to form a new trading order without the United States.The New York Times - 2d -
For Chinese auto part suppliers, Americans are picking up the tab for Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump's auto tariffs will most likely be shouldered by American consumers, Chinese auto parts suppliers say.NBC News - 3d -
Trump, Tariffs and Carney: Canada Polls Show Liberals With Early Election Lift
The Liberal Party, which not long ago seemed destined to crash in federal elections under Justin Trudeau, is experiencing a reversal of fortune. Here’s what a close review of polls shows.The New York Times - 1h -
There's no such thing as a fully American-made car
Trump has ruled out tariffs on vehicles built entirely in the U.S., but industry executives and analysts say there’s not a single one with all-domestic parts and assembly.NBC News - 5d -
Booker: Biggest mistake Democratic Party has made is ‘not centering people enough’
The biggest mistake Democrats have made is “not centering people enough” Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., said Sunday on ABC News' "This Week."ABC News - 57m -
‘I call it termination day’: Ontario premier warns about implications of Trump’s tariff announcement
President Donald Trump promised a new slate of tariffs will go into effect on April 2. Ontario Premier Doug Ford discusses Canada’s plan to retaliate to the new U.S. tariffs and warns Americans ...NBC News - 4d -
Wayne Gretzky got into bed with Donald Trump and became a pariah in Canada
Wayne Gretzky was once Edmonton’s favourite adopted son. The greatest ice hockey player in the history of the game had made that town’s hockey team, the Oilers, the best in the game, winning four ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Republicans weigh using the power of Congress to rein in Trump on tariffs
The fallout from President Donald Trump's aggressive tariffs has spurred Congress into action, with a growing number of Republicans joining Democrats to express interest in using their power to ...NBC News - 2d -
Congress tries to restrain Trump on tariffs: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, our Capitol Hill team explores how Republicans are joining with Democrats in efforts to check President Donald Trump’s tariffs.NBC News - 2d -
Stellantis announces hundreds of U.S. layoffs, pauses production at Mexico and Canada plants
The maker of Chrysler, Jeep and Ram vehicles said it's temporarily laying off 900 workers after President Trump's tariff announcement.NBC News - 3d -
Senate Republicans consider joining Democrats to oppose Trump over tariffs
Republican defections would amount to rare public rebuke as concerns mount over impact of president’s plans. US politics live – latest updates On the eve of Donald Trump’s so-called ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump’s New Tariffs Test Apple’s Global Supply Chain
The iPhone maker spent years trying to move production of some products out of China to avoid tariffs. But now that may not matter.The New York Times - 3d -
Judges temporarily block Trump orders targeting prominent law firms
Federal judges in D.C. on Friday partially blocked two executive orders signed by President Donald Trump targeting the Jenner and Block and WilmerHale law firmsABC News - Mar. 28 -
Thune urging GOP colleagues to kill resolution to undo Trump tariffs
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is urging Republicans to defeat a Democratic-sponsored resolution to undo President Trump’s 25-percent tariff on Canadian imports, arguing the tariff is ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump spares drugmakers from tariffs; costs could still go up
President Trump spared pharmaceuticals from the opening salvo in his campaign to transform the economy through “reciprocal” tariffs; however, the global drug market may still be hit by ...The Hill - 1d -
After Trump’s Tariffs, Stocks Plunged but Penguin Memes Ticked Up
The internet poked fun at the Trump administration’s decision to impose new tariffs on Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Australian territories near Antarctica where many penguins but no people live.The New York Times - 18h -
Democratic Sen. Bennet says he supports Trump’s threat to impose secondary tariffs on Russia
Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) says President Trump’s back and forth relationship with Russia is “crazy” but would support his call for secondary tariffs should peace talks with Ukraine fall through.NBC News - Mar. 30 -
China Retaliates Hard in Trade War by Slapping Tariffs on U.S. Goods
Canada and other countries also readied retaliation after President Trump raised U.S. tariff barriers to their highest level in more than a century.Inc. - 2d -
Trump Loves Tariffs. Do Americans?
Astead Herndon, a New York Times politics reporter and host of the podcast “The Run-Up,” unpacks what the voters and the polling say about President Trump’s signature economic policy: tariffs.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump sued over China tariffs
President Trump was sued Thursday over the 20 percent tariffs he imposed on Chinese goods in the weeks leading up to Wednesday’s broader announcement. It marks the first known legal challenge ...The Hill - 2d -
Amid Trump’s Threats, Canada’s Conservative Leader Faces Uncertainty in National Election
Just two months ago, Pierre Poilievre seemed destined to become Canada’s next prime minister. But his double-digit polling lead vanished with President Trump’s threat to annex Canada.The New York Times - 2h -
Are Trump’s tariffs a negotiating tool? Depends on whom you ask
Businesses, consumers and foreign leaders are trying to assess just how set in stone President Trump’s tariffs are, as the administration and its allies send mixed signals about whether the ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump has made his move. Will he hold his nerve?
US president’s imposition of global tariffs signals a shift in global economic policyFinancial Times - 3d -
Why Trump's tariffs may not hit Tesla
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Why Tesla may fare better under Trump's auto tariffs Elon Musk’s focus on American-made products at Tesla could shield his company from the brunt of ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump says his tariffs could bring in trillions. Economists disagree.
Experts estimate far lower figures in tariffs revenue, warning that President Trump's tariffs could drive up prices for American consumers.CBS News - 3d -
Trump tariffs jolt Asian automakers — Toyota likely set for most pain
U.S. President Donald Trump last Wednesday announced sweeping 25% tariffs on cars "not made in the U.S.," sending shockwaves through global automakers.CNBC - 5d -
Trump’s claim that low tariffs caused the Great Depression is false, economist says: Here's what really happened
When announcing the blanket tariffs he's imposing on countries around the world, President Trump made a claim about the role of tariffs in the Great Depression.CNBC - 1d -
Judge blocks Trump’s takeover of Inter-American Foundation
A federal judge blocked President Trump’s takeover of a federal agency that invests in Latin America and the Caribbean, finding Friday that he likely went beyond his authority. U.S. District Judge ...The Hill - 1d -
Carville on Trump tariffs: 'It’s just his ego playing itself out in public'
Democratic strategist James Carville said he believes President Trump’s tariffs are not motivated by policy but instead just represent the president's "ego playing itself out in public." Carville ...The Hill - 3d -
Nike’s ‘Made in Vietnam’ trainers run into Trump tariff wall
Nike, Adidas and Puma shifted production to Vietnam for its cheap labour but will now be hit by 46% levyFinancial Times - 12h -
The US relationship with Canada is changing — here’s what you need to know
This rebalancing of Canada's North Atlantic security relationships should not be seen as merely a kneejerk reaction to President Trump’s trade war provocations. Frankly, diversifying Canada’s trade ...The Hill - 1h -
Barack Obama calls on Americans to defend democratic values in face of Trump agenda
‘It is up to all of us to fix this,’ former president said in speech at Hamilton College in New York. Barack Obama has called on US citizens, colleges and law firms to resist Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
After months of surrender, the Democrats have finally stood up to Trump – thank you, Cory Booker | Emma Brockes
Watching the New Jersey senator hold court for 25 hours felt radical and cathartic. One of the problems beleaguering political opponents of Donald Trump has been finding a form of protest that, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Auto Sales Surged in Anticipation of Trump’s Tariffs
Sales of cars picked up recently partly as buyers rushed to lock in deals before President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts go into effect.The New York Times - 3d -
Why Tesla may avoid the blow of Trump's auto tariffs
Elon Musk’s focus on American-made products at Tesla could shield his company from the brunt of President Trump’s new tariffs on foreign vehicles and automobile parts. While foreign automakers ...The Hill - 4d -
Take a Look at Trump’s Actual Tariff Math, and You’ll See How Bad It Really Is
What the tariff rates Trump rolled out yesterday made clear is that his goal isn’t, ultimately, to bring down trade barriers.Inc. - 3d -
Law Firms Jenner & Block and WilmerHale Sue Trump Administration to Block Executive Orders
The president has targeted firms that he claims have “weaponized” the legal system. On Friday, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale fought back in court, while Mr. Trump said he’d reached a deal with ...The New York Times - Mar. 29 -
FIFA rankings: USMNT static, Canada at new high
The USMNT remained at 16th in the latest FIFA rankings released Thursday, while Canada climbed to a new all-time high and Mexico moved up two spots following last month's Concacaf Nations League ...ESPN - 2d