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Congress has power over tariffs, but stopping Trump isn't likely as of now
Stock market indices have sharply fallen on the heels of President Trump imposing higher tariffs on more than 180 countries.CNBC - 3d -
As Markets Plunge Over Trump Tariffs, All Is Calm on Fox News
There is no onscreen stock ticker. One anchor reassured viewers that “President Trump is keeping another campaign promise.”The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Is Defiant as Tariff Moves Roil Markets a Second Day
After China announced new retaliatory measures against the United States, President Trump responded that Beijing “PLAYED IT WRONG.”The New York Times - 3d -
Republicans Like to Cut Taxes. With Tariffs, Trump Is Raising Them.
President Trump’s tariffs are scrambling the Republican plan for the economy, long centered on tax cuts and growth.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump tells Americans to "hang tough" as 10% universal tariffs take effect
Countries targeted by President Trump for higher so-called reciprocal tariffs are due to go into effect on Wednesday.CBS News - 1d -
President Trump welcomes World Series champion Dodgers to White House
Manager Dave Roberts and members of Dodgers' 2024 championship squad greeted by President Trump for ceremony, photos.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
How Alzheimer's research could be impacted by Trump health agency cuts
As the Trump administration makes cuts to federal health agencies, some Alzheimer's experts are worried about the impact on research and patients with the disease.CBS News - 23h -
Jamie Dimon, Wall Street figures warn about Trump's tariffs
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon and noted Wall Street investor Bill Ackman are speaking out about President Trump's tariffs.CBS News - 20h -
See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's chart
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 90 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.CBS News - 17h -
Can Musk Pull Trump Back From the Tariff Ledge?
Elon Musk has been criticizing Trump’s tariff policy — and publicly. Could there be a strategy?The New York Times - 14h -
US top court allows Trump to use wartime law for deportations
A judge had blocked the Trump administration's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members.BBC News - 11h -
Stock market whipsaws as Trump makes new China threat
It was a roller-coaster day in stocks as panic selling subsided, while President Trump threatened to hit China with a 50% tariff.CBS News - 9h -
During meeting with Netanyahu, Trump announces direct talks with Iran to begin
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met two days before new U.S. tariffs go into effect.CBS News - 5h -
China Accuses U.S. of Blackmail After Trump Threatens More Tariffs
China sees little to gain in capitulating to President Trump’s tariff threats, labeling them “blackmail” and vowing to “fight to the end.”The New York Times - 2h -
Trump admin tells prosecutors to ease up on crypto enforcement
The Trump administration is pulling back its enforcement of crypto regulations, disbanding a unit dedicated to cryptocurrency enforcementABC News - 45m -
Trump plays golf in Palm Beach County, claims club championship as stock markets plunge
Donald Trump played three rounds of golf this weekend in Palm Beach County - and won the Senior Club Championship at Trump National in Jupiter.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Why Trump’s Tariffs Are Rattling Even Meta
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, would not seem to be in the line of fire from tariffs. But President Trump’s trade actions are hitting even social networking businesses.The New York Times - 3d -
7 Americans Weigh In on Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs
Voters were bracing for the effects of President Trump’s recent tariffs in their own lives, but some said they were, for now, waiting and watching to see how all of this plays out.The New York Times - 3d -
Netanyahu Will Meet Trump in Washington in a Sign of Their Strong Ties
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s expected visit, his second since January, underscores how the Israeli leader has seen his diplomatic standing in Washington shift since President Trump’s return ...The New York Times - 2d -
In Trump’s Second Term, Retribution Comes in Many Forms
President Trump’s campaign to exact revenge against his perceived foes has turned out to be far more expansive, creative, efficient — and for now, less reliant on the justice system — than ...The New York Times - 1d -
Trump's disrespect for courts endangers our system of justice
Trump has shown contempt for America's courts, calling for the impeachment of judges who block his executive orders and threatening law firms in litigation challenging his actions in office.The Hill - 23h -
Stocks plunge to start week as Trump digs in on tariffs
The stock market kicked off the week with more steep losses after President Trump spent the weekend defending his new tariffs amid growing blowback at home and abroad. The Dow Jones Industrial ...The Hill - 23h -
Trump pushes back on tariff criticism: ‘Don’t be a Panican’
President Trump on Monday pushed back on criticism over his tariffs, calling on Americans to be patient and not be a “panican,” coining a new term. “The United States has a chance to do something ...The Hill - 23h -
Trump, Netanyahu nix White House press conference
The White House on Monday opted to nix a formal press conference that would have had President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu taking questions from a wider swath of reporters, ...The Hill - 19h -
Trump honors 'legendary' Dodgers at White House reception
President Donald Trump paid tribute to the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House on Monday, praising the likes of Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts after what he described as a ...Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Trump says he’s not looking at a pause on tariffs
President Trump on Monday said he’s not considering a pause on tariffs, following an unconfirmed report earlier in the day that he was considering a 90-day pause, which caused the stock market to ...The Hill - 17h -
Trump faces major decisions on ‘forever chemical’ regulations
The Trump administration could soon reveal whether it plans to roll back Biden-era safeguards against toxic “forever chemicals” — a key test of the extent of the administration’s “Make America ...The Hill - 16h -
Trump looks for deals amid wild stock swings
{beacon} STOCKS FELL FOR A THIRD CONSECUTIVE DAY Monday as markets reel from ongoing uncertainty over President Trump's sweeping new tariffs and business leaders' warnings of potentially dire ...The Hill - 15h -
Bessent: Trump will be ready to negotiate tariffs 'at a point'
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday said President Trump will be ready for trade negotiations "at a point," while the administration has showed no signs of backing off its implementation of ...The Hill - 15h -
Senate advances Trump’s controversial Pentagon nominee
The Senate voted largely along party lines Monday to advance Elbridge Colby, President Trump’s controversial pick to serve as the Defense Department under secretary for policy, overcoming the ...The Hill - 14h -
Trump to undergo annual physical exam on Friday
President Trump will undergo his annual physical exam on Friday at Walter Reed Medical Center, he announced Monday. "I am pleased to report that my long scheduled Annual Physical Examination will ...The Hill - 14h -
Trump risks losing ground with voters on the economy
The anxiety stemming from President Trump’s tariffs is opening him up to new vulnerabilities on an issue that has long been seen as one of his strengths: his handling of the economy. Polls released ...The Hill - 3h -
Live updates: Trump defends tariffs; Billionaire Trump endorser calls for trade war time-out
Vulnerable House Republicans are on defense amid the fallout from President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, which have stoked uncertainty about the economy. Markets took a nosedive Thursday ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump’s Next Tariffs Target Could be Foreign-Made Pharmaceuticals
President Trump wants to bring pharmaceutical manufacturing back to the United States. Experts warn that tariffs could result in shortages and higher prices for generic drugs.The New York Times - 4d -
What to Know About Trump’s Order to Phase Out Paper Checks
An executive order from President Trump will require government agencies to make electronic payments for tax refunds, Social Security and other benefits as of Sept. 30.The New York Times - 4d -
US market plunges for second day after Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The U.S. stock market took another nosedive for a second day after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on countries around the world.NBC News - 3d -
Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs
The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.The New York Times - 3d -
'Nowhere to hide.' How Apple and others in Silicon Valley are bracing for Trump tariffs
The Trump administration's tariffs will significantly hurt Silicon Valley tech companies like Apple, which has manufacturing operations in China, Vietnam and India.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to ...CBS News - 2d -
Trump's tariffs were expected to boost the dollar, but recession fears are dragging it down
A key dollar index fell about 3% in the 24 hours surrounding Trump's tariff announcement and is now back to pre-election levels.CNBC - 2d
