Trump said the U.S. will impose 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports starting Jan. 1, 2027, after trade talks collapsed. Canada has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation against new U.S. tariffs.
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Washington is threatening what it calls the toughest sanctions in history against Iran and warning other countries not to do business with Tehran. Iran says any country joining the US campaign will be treated as an enemy and has warned of retaliation.
Former Anchorage Mayor Dan A. Sullivan endorsed Sen. Dan S. Sullivan in Alaska’s competitive Senate race, where retired teacher Dan J. Sullivan is also seeking a spot in the general election. Republicans have alleged the similarly named challenger could confuse voters, an allegation he denies.
The U.S. is preparing what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls an “economic D-Day” against Iran, while Tehran warns countries not to join the sanctions campaign. Iran and Oman are also set to resume talks over management of the Strait of Hormuz.
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries privately met in Manhattan with Jared Kushner to discuss possible areas of cooperation, including issues reportedly related to affordability. The meeting drew criticism from some Trump critics as Democrats prepare for potential oversight battles if they retake the House.
President Donald Trump opened the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., waving the green flag after a ceremonial lap with first lady Melania Trump. The IndyCar race sent 25 drivers through a 250-mile course past national landmarks as part of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday.
Sen. Tim Scott defended Darline Graham after she said during a debate that she was “not that informed on national security.” Graham faces Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesday’s South Carolina Republican Senate runoff.
Zelenskyy said elections during the war with Russia would be a “huge risk” and a “tsunami” that could split Ukraine. His comments followed a public call by former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov for a legal path to restore voting under wartime conditions.