President Heads Saudi

The SEC Has a Lone Democrat, Caroline Crenshaw

Caroline Crenshaw, the lone Democratic commissioner at the Securities and Exchange Commission, is offering dissenting views at the regulatory agency reshaped by President Trump.

The New York Times - 3d

Europe, Canada retaliate as Trump tariffs on metals take effect

Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, said in a statement that the EU "must act to protect consumers and business."

ABC News - 2d

‘Is the Destruction the Point?’: Three Opinion Writers on Trump’s First 50 Days

Michelle Goldberg and Frank Bruni join Patrick Healy to discuss the issues that have defined Trump’s presidency thus far.

The New York Times - 2d

What we know about Rodrigo Duterte's ICC arrest warrant... in 92 seconds

The BBC's Anna Holligan reports from The Hague, where former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has arrived.

BBC News - 2d

Donald Trump Bought a $90,000 Tesla With 37 Recall Notices Against It

Here’s hoping Elon Musk won’t have to personally fix President Trump’s new EV anytime soon.

Wired - 2d

Trump’s Losses Raise a Question: Should One Judge Set National Policy?

Trial-court judges continue to block the president’s agenda with injunctions that apply across the country. Some conservatives want to limit that power.

The New York Times - 2d

Blackstone and Goldman Sachs CEOs see upsides to Trump’s policies

Comments from Wall Street bosses come as president’s import tariffs fuel US recession fears

Financial Times - 2d

U.S. budget deficit surged in February, passing $1 trillion for year-to-date record

The U.S. debt and deficit problem worsened during President Donald Trump's first month in office.

CNBC - 2d

From Mexico cartel safe house to US streets: BBC tracks deadly fentanyl targeted by Trump tariffs

As the president tries to force Mexico to stop the flow of drugs, cartel members tell Quentin Sommerville they will not be deterred.

BBC News - 2d

Here's how every senator voted on confirming Trump's top officials

Charts show how each Democratic and Republican senator voted on President Trump's Cabinet picks and selection for FBI director.

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Tesla bounces for second day after steepest drop since 2020

The electric vehicle company has shed more than 40% in market value since President Donald Trump took office.

CNBC - 2d

Steel and aluminum tariffs could cause price broad price hikes

Here are some of the products that are likely to cost more under President Trump's 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports.

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Things to know about a potential Trump presidential library in Florida

President Donald Trump's team is looking at locations for a post-administration presidential library, and Florida may take that spot

ABC News - 2d

Why Trump’s Tesla Showcase Mattered to Elon Musk

A lot has changed since former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. snubbed Elon Musk at an event in 2021.

The New York Times - 2d

US tariffs could extend Germany's recession, says bank

Germany's central bank president says US tariffs and retaliation to them could tip Europe's largest economy into recession again.

BBC News - 2d

An Unexpected Trump Bump for the World’s Centrists

As President Trump’s “shock and awe” policies radiate around the world, they are galvanizing support for moderate leaders and unifying Europe.

The New York Times - 2d

Republicans fear time is running out to pass Trump’s agenda

House and Senate Republicans are sinking deeper into an impasse over how to advance President Donald Trump’s vast legislative agenda.

Politico - 2d

Police battle unlikely combination of retirees and soccer hooligans in Argentina riots

Argentine retirees and soccer fans clashed with police during a protest in Buenos Aires against the economic policies of President Javier Milei.

NBC News - 2d

How Trump Is Helping Liberals Abroad

Voters are rallying behind some leaders who oppose President Trump’s tariffs, threats and insults. There’s a theory that explains why.

The New York Times - 2d

OpenAI urges Trump administration to remove guardrails for the industry

OpenAI on Thursday submitted its proposal for the U.S. government's coming "AI Action Plan," to be submitted to President Trump by July 2025.

CNBC - 2d

Putin demands Kursk total victory ahead of Moscow talks with Trump envoy

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited a command center in Kursk on Wednesday, ordering troops there to "destroy" all Ukrainian formations.

ABC News - 2d

U.S. tariffs could thrust Germany into recession, central bank governor says

Ongoing U.S. tariffs could push Europe's largest economy into a recession, German central bank President Joachim Nagel warned.

CNBC - 2d

Putin Is ‘Carefully Studying’ Proposed Ukraine Cease-Fire

Russia’s leader recently rejected the idea of an interim truce in Ukraine. But he wants to maintain his relationship with President Trump.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump threatens 200% tariff on European wine and Champagne

The president threatened to take retaliatory action in response to EU tariffs on U.S.-made whiskey.

CBS News - 1d

Trump's White House Tesla showcase for Musk raises ethics concerns

Ethics experts are sounding the alarm that the president's event with Elon Musk could eliminate the lines of proper objectivity from elected officials.

ABC News - 1d

Israel strikes Syrian capital in warning to new leader

Strike targeting Palestinian group is first since interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa established control

Financial Times - 1d

Putin Visits Kursk to Cheer Russian Troops Trying to Oust Ukraine

The trip comes as President Trump looks to secure the Russian leader’s support for a 30-day cease-fire.

The New York Times - 1d

U.S. Negotiators Are en Route to Moscow, Kremlin Says

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia is weighing a 30-day cease-fire proposal from the United States and Ukraine.

The New York Times - 1d

Stocks sink as investors fret over volley of tariffs

U.S. stocks resume slide as President Trump threatens to hit the European Union with 200% tariff.

CBS News - 1d

Here's why I'm pounding the table for stocks in this Trump-driven market sell-off

We have a mistakenly manufactured downturn by President Trump that will soon run its course.

CNBC - 1d

Trump urged to appoint special envoy to China

Senator Steve Daines offers to act as intermediary in effort to secure meeting with President Xi Jinping

Financial Times - 1d

Watch: Putin responds to US ceasefire proposal

The Russian president said he was in favour 30-day ceasefire but added there were 'nuances'.

BBC News - 1d

S&P 500 falls further, down 10% from all-time high, as mood sours on Trump's tariff threats

The economic chaos unleashed by President Donald Trump has pushed the S&P 500 into a correction.

NBC News - 1d

In a Europe Adrift, Macron Seizes the Moment

The French president’s prescriptions for “strategic autonomy” and a European force for Ukraine are suddenly timely in a world with a less dependable America.

The New York Times - 1d

Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Florida Case Over Gender Identity in Schools

The mother at the center of the case, January Littlejohn, was a guest of the first lady Melania Trump at President Trump’s speech to Congress last week.

The New York Times - 1d

Republicans use legislative sneak play to tie Democrats' hands on tariffs

House Republicans successfully blocked Democrats from forcing votes and debate on President Donald Trump's controversial tariffs.

ABC News - 1d

Portugal is to hold an early election in May after minority government’s fall

Portugal's president has announced that the country will hold an early general election on May 18

ABC News - 1d

Dark economic clouds loom over Trump and the GOP: From the Politics Desk

President Donald Trump’s economic approach is putting members of his administration and Republicans in Congress on the defensive as the stock market continues to struggle

NBC News - 1d

Trump keeps talking about making Canada the 51st state. Is he serious?

President Donald Trump continued to belittle Canada and threaten it with joining the United States as the economic war with the country continued.

ABC News - 1d

Putin Stops Far Short of Agreeing to a Cease-Fire, and Adds Tough Conditions

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said the Russian leader had no desire to end the war, proposing conditions that made a truce unattainable.

The New York Times - 1d

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