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Under Trump and Musk, billionaires wield unprecedented influence over US national security
Government officials and contractors long controlled spy operations. Now the likes of Musk and Bezos are in control. Just days before Donald Trump ’s inauguration in January, Blue Origin, the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Stocks fall after day of wild swings as markets digest Trump's tariff reality
Wall Street ended largely lower Monday after a wild trading day as President Donald Trump escalated his trade war with aggressive tariffs that have rocked the global economy, leaving investors -- ...NBC News - 1d -
Bill Ackman warns Trump to call a timeout on trade war: 'This is not what we voted for'
Billionaire hedge fund investor Bill Ackman, who endorsed President Trump last year, is offering a stark warning about the risks of the White House’s tariff plans, arguing they could cause the ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump defends tariffs as markets plunge: 'I don't want anything to go down'
President Trump on Sunday defended his sweeping tariffs amid plunging markets, saying he did not “want anything to go down.” “When you look at the trade deficit we have with certain countries, with ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump is targeting US universities as never before. Here are four ways to help them | Cas Mudde
Supporters in Europe can offer new opportunities and minimise the isolation. Certainly they can avoid making things worse. Universities in the US are under attack. While the Trump administration ...The Guardian - 1d -
Bernie Sanders: law firms that cut deals with Trump administration ‘sell out their soul’
Firms that were targeted by president after representing his political rivals show ‘absolute cowardice’, says US senator. Law firms that cut deals with Donald Trump ’s administration after the ...The Guardian - 20h -
Appeals court halts Trump independent agency firings, spurring Supreme Court battle
A federal appeals court flipped on President Trump’s firings of two independent agency leaders, temporarily reinstating them Monday and likely setting up a battle at the Supreme Court. In a 7-4 ...The Hill - 16h -
Olivier winner John Lithgow attacks Trump’s second presidency as ‘a disaster’ for US arts
Speaking after his best actor victory, Lithgow said Donald Trump’s administration ‘has done some shocking, destructive things’ especially its takeover of the Kennedy Center. The actor John Lithgow ...The Guardian - 17h -
Corporate America won’t stop Trump’s tariffs. Here’s why | Alex Bronzini-Vender
Whether among executives, lobbyists or university trustees, an elite backlash to the Trump administration won’t work. It’s up to working people to resist. Few historical analogies exist for Donald ...The Guardian - 19h -
Ex-Fed bank leader: Trump tariffs dramatically raise risk of 'Smoot-Hawley type outcome'
Former Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President James Bullard said early Monday that President Trump’s tariffs could risk severely worsening the economy, in a way that mirrors the consequences ...The Hill - 15h -
Trump praises Ohtani’s ‘movie star’ looks and attacks senators during Dodgers’ visit
Donald Trump praised Shohei Ohtani’s “movie star” looks while also insulting California’s Democratic senators during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ visit to the White House on Monday. “He looks like a ...Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Duke basketball star among South Sudanese who could be deported due to new Trump policy
South Sudanese nationals, including Duke University Men’s Basketball star Khaman Maluach, face possible deportation after the Trump administration announced a new visa policy this past weekend.NBC News - 13h -
Trump praises Ohtani’s ‘movie star’ looks and attacks senators during Dodgers’ visit
World Series champions visit White House Team visited Joe Biden after 2020 victory Donald Trump praised Shohei Ohtani’s “movie star” looks while also insulting unnamed senators during the Los ...The Guardian - 12h -
Here’s one key thing you should know about Trump’s shock to the world economy: it could work | James Meadway
It’s hard to say if the president truly knows what he’s doing. But there is a precedent for the US causing short-term chaos and reaping long-term gain. It’s less than a week since Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 13h -
Amber Ruffin says she was dropped from correspondents' dinner for 'talking s‑‑‑' about Trump administration
Amber Ruffin says she was dropped as this month's White House Correspondents' Association dinner entertainer because she was "talking s‑‑‑" about President Trump's administration and refused to ...The Hill - 11h -
Donald Trump says he is not looking at pausing tariffs as US markets close after rocky day – business live
US president, when asked about considering a pause in global tariffs, says ‘We’re not looking at that’. Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies Volatility grips ...The Guardian - 8h -
CNBC says it aired 'unconfirmed' report on Trump tariff plans amid market turmoil
CNBC on Monday acknowledged that it aired a banner containing unconfirmed information about President Trump's economic plans amid widespread market uncertainty stemming from the tariffs he ...The Hill - 10h -
Trump’s tariffs are ‘teeing up a nationwide recession’, says Chuck Schumer – US politics live
House democratic leaders also condemn tariffs as group backed by Trump allies mount legal challenge to stop tariffs. EU ministers are in Luxembourg to consider the European Union ’s response to ...The Guardian - 7h -
Supreme Court gives boost to Trump administration's deportation plans under Alien Enemies Act
The ruling said a judge can't block Trump’s plan nationwide but made clear that people swept up must have a chance to challenge their seizures before they can be deported.NBC News - 5h -
Supreme Court lifts orders blocking Trump from deporting Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act
The Supreme Court vacated a judge's order temporarily blocking the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport Venezuelans, enabling the administration to resume removals ...The Hill - 5h -
China says it will ‘fight to the end’ after Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs – business live
Beijing says US threat to escalate tariffs against China is a ‘mistake on top of a mistake’ and amounts to blackmail. Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies ...The Guardian - 19m -
Billionaire financiers lambast Trump tariffs
Alarm at market turmoil prompts even allies of the president to speak outFinancial Times - 10h -
Trump to reassess fluoride in drinking water
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story EPA to reconsider fluoride safety The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will reconsider the health impacts of fluoride in ...The Hill - 5h -
Trump Weighs In on Marine Le Pen Conviction
The American president cast the French politician’s conviction as an example of far-right persecution, ignoring ample evidence against her.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Extends TikTok Deadline Another 75 Days
The U.S. is continuing to look for a deal to keep TikTok running.Inc. - 3d -
Why Trump’s tariffs won’t last long
Voter and business sentiment will pile pressure on the president’s agendaFinancial Times - 1d -
EU leaders seek united response to Trump’s tariffs
Plus, Wall Street traders poised to bail out bankers in Q1 results, and London gets a new toll crossingFinancial Times - 1d -
How PM might tackle impact of Trump tariffs
The BBC understands the PM is considering several options to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on the UK.BBC News - 1d -
Trump’s Tariffs Imperil the Fortunes of a Nissan Factory Town
Kanda, on Japan’s southern coast, grew in tandem with an auto plant that sends half of the cars it makes to the United States.The New York Times - 1d -
China reserves firepower for Trump trade battle
Beijing has room to enforce export controls more strictly and step up pressure on US companiesFinancial Times - 1d -
How X Is Benefiting as Musk Advises Trump
The social media platform has experienced a return in advertisers and new exposure as an official source of government news.The New York Times - 20h -
Being a librarian was already hard. Then came the Trump administration
Already facing burnout and book bans, librarians face a ‘catastrophe’ for institutions deemed central to democracy. For many librarians, the stakes of the job are high – they’re facing burnout , ...The Guardian - 20h -
Stocks Plunge Worldwide, and Trump Faces Mass Protests
Plus, Wayne Gretzky’s record finally falls.The New York Times - 19h -
Wall Street Is Bowing Out of Trump’s Tariff Uncertainty
The stock market just saw more than $6 trillion in value wiped out.Inc. - 17h -
Market craters; Trump says 'don’t be weak'
It’s Monday. I am still not over last night’s finale of “The White Lotus.” Don’t worry, I won’t include any spoilers! But email me your thoughts if you’ve seen it. In today's issue: THE FIRST 100 ...The Hill - 12h -
Starmer vows not to raise taxes despite Trump’s tariffs
Prime minister says he will ‘seize the opportunity’ to make the economy more secureFinancial Times - 13h