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The Memo: Inside Trump’s big gamble on tariffs
President Trump is set to take the biggest gamble of his second term on Wednesday, when he will announce a fresh round of tariffs. Trump has dubbed Wednesday “Liberation Day,” suggesting that it ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump girds for trade war
Presented by National Council on Aging {beacon} IN HIS BROADEST TRADE MOVE YET, President Trump will outline sweeping tariffs during a White House Rose Garden event Wednesday. Trump met with his ...The Hill - 2d -
Democrats Show a Pulse: 6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections
Energized against the new Trump era, and against Elon Musk, Democrats pulled off a crucial judicial victory in Wisconsin and cut into Republican margins in two Florida congressional races.The New York Times - 2d -
Putin Keeps Pushing, With Trump and in Ukraine War
The Russian leader’s drones are deluging Ukrainian cities, while his negotiating tactics test the patience of the friendliest White House he has faced in decades.The New York Times - 3d -
What Trump has said about a 3rd term — 4 remarks he's made about running again
President Donald Trump suggested he's eyeing ways to run again for president, though the Constitution limits a person to being elected to the office twice.CBS News - 3d -
Key moments, reaction to Trump's announcement of new tariffs
President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."CBS News - 1d -
Trump faces crucial week on the economy
President Trump is entering a critical week for the economy amid growing fears that his penchant for tariffs could stall growth and undercut progress on inflation. Trump has described Wednesday as ...The Hill - 4d -
President Trump on running for a third term: ‘There’s a way you can do it’
President Trump on Monday did not rule out the possibility of running for re-election for a third term, which is prohibited by a constitutional term limit. It follows his comments in an exclusive ...NBC News - 3d -
Trump's 'Liberation Day' is here
It’s Wednesday. Hey, if the House gets to cancel its work for this week, can we all go home, too? In today's issue: THE FIRST 100 DAYS Happy ~Liberation Day~ to all who celebrate: President Trump ...The Hill - 1d -
Live updates: Trump's tariffs take center stage this week
President Trump, and the economy, face a consequential week, as the president's promised reciprocal tariffs are slated to go into effect on Wednesday. Trump will announce the details of his ...The Hill - 3d -
4 GOP senators vote with Democrats to undo Trump tariffs on Canada
A group of Republican senators voted along with Democrats on Wednesday for a resolution to undo President Trump's 25 percent tariffs on Canadian imports, dealing an embarrassing blow to Trump. The ...The Hill - 1d -
12 Best Umbrellas (2025), Tested and Reviewed
These are the best umbrellas we’ve tested. They’ll protect you from showers and heavy rain and will hold up for the long haul.Wired - 1d -
England's Stone to miss Test summer after surgery
England's fast-bowling stocks are further depleted after Olly Stone was ruled out of the Test summer by a right knee injury.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Trump to hold a White House meeting on TikTok as deadline nears
President Donald Trump will meet with Vice President JD Vance and other advisers Wednesday to discuss a deal for TikTok as a deadline nears.NBC News - 2d -
Trump's tariff gambit will raise the stakes for an economy already looking fragile
President Donald Trump is set Wednesday to begin the biggest gamble of his nascent second term.CNBC - 1d -
Israel Says It Will Cancel Tariffs on U.S. Imports Ahead of Trump Announcement
The move was an apparent bid to ensure that Israel is exempt from new tariffs that President Trump plans to announce on Wednesday.The New York Times - 1d -
Apple leads a drop in tech stocks after Trump tariff announcement
Tech stocks fell in late trading Wednesday following President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs.CNBC - 1d -
Trump eyeing plan to avoid TikTok ban as deadline looms: Source
The Trump administration is considering a deal to save TikTok, a source close to the deal said Wednesday.ABC News - 17h -
Musk denies role in Trump administration could soon end
Position heading so-called efficiency department thought to be vulnerable after loss of Wisconsin supreme court electionFinancial Times - 1d -
Factory activity slumps as manufacturers brace for Trump tariffs
U.S. manufacturers are sounding worried about the Trump administration’s trade policies ahead of a hotly anticipated announcement on tariffs that’s expected from the White House on Wednesday. ...The Hill - 2d -
FTC chair defends Trump firing of Democratic commissioners
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson on Wednesday defended President Trump’s decision to fire the agency’s Democratic commissioners. FTC commissioners Rebecca Kelly ...The Hill - 1d -
Jeffries hammers Trump: It’s ‘recession day,’ not ‘liberation day’
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday hammered President Trump and congressional Republicans with accusations that they’re tanking the economy in the name of boosting it. The ...The Hill - 1d -
5 questions about Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
President Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on a host of nations Wednesday at a White House event. Trump has deemed April 2 “Liberation Day” because of the tariffs, and the White House ...The Hill - 2d -
Threats, calls for negotiations in wake of Trump tariffs
Countries around globe have responded to President Trump's latest tariffs with either threats of retaliation or calls for negotiation. Trump on Wednesday imposed a 10-percent base tax on all goods ...The Hill - 1d -
Republicans win in both House special elections in Florida
Republicans will win special elections for two House seats, The Associated Press projects.ABC News - 2d -
Watch live: Trump gives remarks on 'Liberation Day' tariffs
President Trump on Wednesday is set to give a "Make America Wealthy Again" speech Wednesday afternoon, when he is expected to announce additional taxes on certain imported goods, as well as ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump welcomes idea of hypothetical run against Obama as he floats third term
President Trump on Monday welcomed the idea of a hypothetical election match-up with former President Obama in the event the two men were allowed to run for third terms, something that is ...The Hill - 3d -
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 - 14h -
Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, defying Elon Musk
Liberals will maintain their narrow majority on the court after Crawford’s victory in the first battleground state election of Trump’s second term.NBC News - 2d -
Steve Kornacki: How Democratic voter intensity powered Susan Crawford to a win in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election underscored that Democrats hold a key advantage in lower-profile contests in the Trump era.NBC News - 1d -
UK escapes worst of Trump's tariff wrath with 10% levy but warns of 'threat' to global economy
The U.K. escaped relatively unscathed compared with many other nations, facing the lowest trade tariff that Trump announced Wednesday.CNBC - 1d -
What channel is Philadelphia Phillies game on Wednesday? How to watch, stream
The Phillies face the Rockies Wednesday. Here's how to watch the game.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Tuesday Briefing: A Shock Ruling in France
Plus, lessons on happiness from Finland.The New York Times - 3d -
Hearts of Pine ready for return to Lewiston
Apr. 1—The Portland Hearts of Pine are expecting a much tougher test when they return to Lewiston High on Wednesday. Maine's first professional men's soccer team started its inaugural season in ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Supreme Court confronts South Carolina bid to defund Planned Parenthood
The Supreme Court on Wednesday grappled with a case testing whether South Carolina was legally allowed to cut off Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood. South Carolina restricted Planned ...The Hill - 1d -
Takeaways from the Wisconsin and Florida elections
Here are the takeaways from a liberal's victory in Wisconsin and GOP wins in Florida races to succeed Mike Waltz and Matt Gaetz in Tuesday's elections.CBS News - 1d -
Smithsonian’s Leader’s Future Unclear After Trump Executive Order
The president’s executive order demanding change at the institution presents a perilous test for Lonnie G. Bunch III, its secretary, whom the White House calls a partisan Democrat.The New York Times - 1d -
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 - 3d
