Trump Close to Winning Concessions From More Law Firms

Four or five firms could soon agree to deals that would be unveiled as a package, in an escalation of the president’s crackdown on an industry that has drawn his ire.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump says 5 more law firms will provide $600 million total in free legal work for causes he supports

Trump said all five firms also agreed not to "engage in illegal DEI discrimination and preferences" and commit to "Merit-Based Hiring" as part of the deals.

CNBC - 1d

Five More Big Law Firms Reach Deals With Trump

Kirkland & Ellis, Latham & Watkins, A&O Shearman, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft agreed to do free legal work on causes the White House supports.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump admin live updates: Trump strikes deals with law firms totaling $600M

President Donald Trump on Friday announced agreements with five law firms for $600 million in pro bono work.

ABC News - 7h

BlackRock's Larry Fink says U.S. is very close to a recession and may be in one now

The asset management executive spoke to CNBC about the state of the economy, which has been rattled by tariffs from the Trump administration.

CNBC - 1d

Trump exempts smartphones and computers from new tariffs

It follows concerns that tech prices could skyrocket, as many gadgets are made in China, with the US president saying he will give more detail on Monday.

BBC News - 2h

Customs 'glitch' impacting Trump tariffs fixed after lasting for more than 10 hours

A Customs notice reported a glitch in a system shippers use to exempt freight from tariffs. Logistics experts say it is a bad sign for the supply chain.

CNBC - 1d

Earle-Sears, Spanberger will face off in key Virginia governor's race

The candidates are set for this year's Virginia gubernatorial race, a closely watched bellwether just one year after President Trump's 2024 win.

CBS News - 2d

How This Trade War Is Different From All Other Trade Wars

By acting on his own, President Trump has broken with more than 200 years of U.S. history in which Congress set the direction of trade policy.

The New York Times - 1d

Rory McIlroy has masterful start at Augusta and closes in on career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy is one round away from the green jacket and career Grand Slam

ABC News - 2h

Trump exempts phones, computers, chips from new tariffs

President Donald Trump exempted smartphones, computers, and other tech devices and components from his new tariffs, new guidance from U.S.

NBC News - 14h

OpenAI Asks Court to Bar Elon Musk From Unfairly Attacking It

In a legal filing, OpenAI asked a federal court to hold Mr. Musk responsible for any damage he has caused the firm, in the latest sign of their bitter feud.

The New York Times - 3d

McIlroy, DeChambeau and more: Best moments from third round

Looking for his first green jacket, Rory McIlroy had an incredible start to his third round.

ESPN - 5h

What to Know About Who Pays the Higher Costs of Trump’s Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies will make imports more expensive and calculating and paying the tariffs more complicated.

The New York Times - 1d

Louisiana shrimpers hope for jumbo benefits from Trump tariffs

NBC News Correspondent Marissa Parra reports from Venice, Louisiana, on how President Trump’s tariffs could impact the livelihood of American shrimpers.

NBC News - 1d

Coachella livestream: How to watch Green Day, Charli XCX, Travis Scott and more

Performances by Travis Scott, Charli XCX, Green Day, Weezer, Gustavo Dudamel and the L.A. Phil and more will be livestreamed from Coachella 2025. Here's how you can watch.

Los Angeles Times - 8h

Takeaways from the Yankees' 8-4 win against San Francisco

Cody Bellinger, Jasson Dominguez and Paul Goldschmidt each drove in two runs, while Will Warren picked up his first MLB win on Saturday at Yankee Stadium.

Yahoo Sports - 2h

Trump pushes trade partners to buy more U.S. energy as a way to avoid higher tariffs

Trump says he wants to slash the U.S. trade deficit and achieve what he calls "energy dominance."

CNBC - 1d

Trump exempts smartphones, computers from most tariffs, a relief for corporate giants

President Trump retreated a bit in his trade war with China on Friday, exempting smartphones, computers and other electronics from the hefty tariffs. The move is a relief for companies like Apple ...

CBS News - 4h

The US Is Turning a Blind Eye to Crypto Crimes

Under the Trump administration, federal authorities are declining to charge crypto firms with a range of offenses, raising questions about which rules apply—and who will enforce them.

Wired - 1d

Rory vs. Bryson: What to expect from an epic Sunday showdown at the Masters

Rory McIlroy is close to his career Grand Slam. But standing in the way is Bryson DeChambeau.

ESPN - 2h

Trump tariffs day 8 as it happened: China increases retaliatory tariffs on US imports to 125%; US stocks close higher after late rally

Financial Times - 1d

The Chinese goods Americans most rely on, from microwaves to Barbies

Donald Trump’s tariffs will hit millions of video game consoles, electric fans and toys shipped to the US from China

Financial Times - 2h

Trump's tariffs collide with a key campaign promise: From the Politics Desk

One of President Donald Trump’s central campaign promises focused on bringing down high prices and providing relief to voters who were struggling to make ends meet.

NBC News - 1d

Why no one is challenging Trump's executive order that keeps TikTok running

President Donald Trump’s executive orders have spurred more than 130 lawsuits, but one related to TikTok barely generates a peep

ABC News - Apr. 2

Brown University to see federal funding halted by Trump administration

A White House official says the Trump administration is planning to halt more than half a billion dollars in contracts and grants awarded to Brown University

ABC News - Apr. 3

Rory McIlroy faces biggest round of his life: Will he win the Masters or be Greg Norman?

Rory McIlroy could cement his place in golf's pantheon by closing out the Masters to complete the career grand slam. He's under a ton of pressure.

Yahoo Sports - 3h

'Crumb' does not shy away from the cartoonist's faults — just as he wanted

Robert Crumb, the libidinous underground comix pioneer, had one condition before he agreed to participated in Dan Nadel's biography: that the author look closely at his compulsions.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

How Do the iPhone 16E and Google Pixel 9A Compare to More Expensive Models?

With tariffs threatening to drive up the costs of most things, the new entry-level phones from Apple and Google present a timely opportunity to save some bucks.

The New York Times - 2d

The Prisoners | Sunday on 60 Minutes

Who are the men President Trump sent to a notorious maximum-security prison in El Salvador using a wartime law dating to 1798? 60 Minutes found no criminal records for most of the men. Cecilia Vega ...

CBS News - 6h

British Government Takes Control of Country’s Last Major Steel Mill

London says it acted to prevent the plant’s Chinese owners from closing the plant, threatening jobs and national security.

The New York Times - 7h

Marathon Closed Alpha Begins In April, Here's How To Sign Up

As part of the Bungie's reveal showcase for its next game, Marathon, the studio announced a closed alpha test and confirmed how players can sign up for access.. The Marathon closed alpha starts ...

GameSpot - 10h

Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Reducing Car Imports and Idling Factories

A few carmakers have closed factories, laid off workers or shifted production in response to the auto tariffs that took effect last week.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump tariffs on China will soon bring 'irreversible' damage to many American businesses

Apple's iPhone and other tech got a reprieve from Trump's China tariffs policy, but most businesses will soon face 'irreversible' damage from the trade war.

CNBC - 11h

De Bruyne sparks Man City comeback in 5-2 win over Palace in Premier League

Kevin De Bruyne sparked Manchester City’s remarkable fightback from two goals down in a 5-2 win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League that re-ignited his team’s Champions League qualification ...

ABC News - 14h

Denny Hamlin goes for 3 consecutive wins amid history at Bristol

At a track where he has enjoyed more success than any active NASCAR driver, history awaits Denny Hamlin at Bristol Motor Speedway

ABC News - 7h

White House unveils new exemptions on some Trump tariffs

The White House has revealed new exemptions for some of President Trump's tariffs, specifically for electronics like smartphones and computers assembled in China. NBC News' Maggie Vespa has more.

NBC News - 5h