The Latest: Trump’s Extended Tariff Deadline Keeps Global Trade in Limbo
After months of promises to revise or eliminate the FEMA, President Donald Trump is emphasizing a strong and swift federal response to the devastating Texas floods. One former agency leader describes it as ‘a defining moment that can help them recognize…’
Trump extended his threatened tariffs against Malaysia to 25% from 24% this week. However, Malaysia’s Finance Minister, Zafrul, reassured that Malaysia will not cross certain ‘red lines’ related to U.S. demands in policy areas like government procurement, halal certification, digital taxes, and medical standards.
Regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Trump mentioned that it wasn’t the appropriate time to discuss phasing it out after being asked shortly after a disaster. On Monday, Trump announced that aid would resume. Senator Bernie Sanders criticized Dr. Monarez, Trump’s acting CDC director, for not impeding Kennedy’s actions.
The Departments of Education and Health and Human Services under Trump urged the New England Commission of Higher Education to assess whether Harvard still meets its accreditation standards following the administration’s determination of antisemitism at the university.