Trump Raises Stakes in U.S.-China Trade War with Steeper Tariff Threats
President Trump has escalated the trade conflict with China by proposing an additional 50% tariff on Chinese imports unless Beijing drops its retaliatory 34% tariffs. U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent encourages Canada and Mexico to join in the tariffs. Mexico extradites cartel leaders to ease negotiations, while Canada prep for potential tariffs. Rising tensions are fueled by U.S. concerns over China's industrial impacts.
Apr, 8 2025
Trump Officials' Signal Blunder Exposes Sensitive Yemen Airstrike Plans, Stirring Political Backlash
A major security lapse occurred as Trump officials mistakenly leaked classified Yemen airstrike plans on Signal, accidentally including *The Atlantic*'s editor Jeffrey Goldberg in the chat. This sparked bipartisan outrage and calls for stricter communication protocols.
Mar, 25 2025
Trump Criticizes Zelensky on Truth Social During Miami Golf Trip
While heading to a golf outing in Miami, Trump lashed out at Ukrainian President Zelensky on Truth Social, calling him a 'dictator' and misrepresenting U.S. aid figures to Ukraine. Zelensky rebuffed these claims, suggesting they align with Russian disinformation. Amid these tensions, U.S.-Russia negotiations over the Ukraine conflict proceed without Ukrainian input, raising stakes for peace in the region.
Mar, 11 2025