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Trump halts sharing U.S. intelligence with Ukraine

The Trump administration appears to have partially halted the flow of crucial intelligence that the United States shares with Ukraine, potentially affecting Kyiv’s ability to defend against Russia’s ongoing invasion, according to a U.S. military official and public statements from top Trump administration officials. National Security Adviser

US Marshals Service cannot account for billions of dollars’ worth of crypto

The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is responsible for managing assets seized by law enforcement during criminal investigations, including real estate, cash, jewelry, antiques, and vehicles. It is also tasked with handling cryptocurrencies, such as the billions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin (BTC) seized from the Silk Road marketplace by

Bitcoin to be treated differently from altcoins in US crypto reserve

A framework for the U.S. crypto reserve is set to be unveiled at the White House's first-ever Crypto Summit on Friday, according to The Pavlovic Today. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed that President Trump is particularly focused on a Bitcoin strategic reserve, while other cryptocurrencies will be

President Donald Trump is set to announce changes to the tariffs on Canada and Mexico this afternoon as he considers rolling back the rate on sectors like autos

Trump’s Tariffs Reshape U.S. Trade Policy, Prompt Retaliation from Key Partners President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs are reshaping decades of U.S. trade policy, affecting both allies and adversaries alike. The aggressive moves are sparking global retaliation and could have significant economic consequences in the months ahead.

IRS refunds are 32% lower on average so far this tax season

Average U.S. Tax Refunds Drop by Nearly $1,000 Compared to Last Year Tax refunds for the most recent filing season are coming in significantly lower, with the average refund down by nearly $1,000 compared to the previous year, according to new data from the Internal Revenue Service

China says it is ready for 'any type of war' with US

China Declares It’s ‘Ready for War’ as Tensions With U.S. Escalate China has issued a direct warning to the United States, declaring it is “ready for war” in response to escalating trade and military tensions. The statement follows new U.S. tariffs and Beijing’s decision to increase

The Veterans Affairs department is planning lay off as many as 83,000 workers by the end of 2025

IRS and Veterans Affairs Targeted for Mass Layoffs Under Trump Administration Two of the largest federal agencies, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), are now in the crosshairs of the Trump administration’s sweeping workforce reductions, according to new reports. The layoffs are being pushed

TRUMP: "Justin Trudeau called me to ask what could be done about Tariffs"

Trudeau, Trump Discuss Trade and Tariffs Amid Escalating Trade War Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wrapped up a midday phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, marking their first direct conversation since Trump triggered a trade war with Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs on all Canadian goods. While

The IRS is drafting plans to cut as much as half of its 90,000-person workforce

IRS Plans Massive Workforce Cuts Amid Trump Administration’s Federal Overhaul The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is preparing for sweeping workforce reductions, with plans to cut up to half of its employees through layoffs, attrition, and incentivized buyouts, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The individuals, who spoke

Business leaders are paying as much as $5,000,000 to meet one-on-one with the President Trump at his Florida compound

Business Leaders Paying Millions for Exclusive Access to Trump at Mar-a-Lago Wealthy donors are shelling out millions to wine and dine with President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, Wired reported Tuesday. Trump’s team has seized on the demand from business moguls eager to court

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick has said: Trump may roll back Canada and Mexico tariffs tomorrow

Trump Administration Nears Tariff Compromise with Canada and Mexico, Commerce Secretary Says President Donald Trump will “probably” announce new tariff compromise deals with Canada and Mexico soon, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Tuesday. The agreements would likely involve scaling back at least some of Trump’s newly reinstated 25%

The Trump administration has proposed selling 443 federal properties

Trump Administration Puts 443 Federal Properties Up for Sale Amid Return-to-Office Mandate The Trump administration has announced the sale of 443 federal properties, including the headquarters of several major federal agencies such as the FBI, even as it requires federal employees to return to full-time office work. The General Services

China has retaliated against the US tariffs, announcing 10%-15% hikes to import levies covering a range of American agricultural and food products

China Hits Back at New Trump Tariffs with Retaliatory Levies on U.S. Goods China has retaliated swiftly against the latest U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, imposing 10% to 15% increases on import duties covering a range of American agricultural and food products. Additionally, 25 U.S.

Trump has eased restrictions on US airstrikes and special operations raids in areas outside of countries officially considered combat zones by the US

Trump Loosens Restrictions on Military Raids and Airstrikes, Expands Targeting Scope President Donald Trump has rolled back restrictions on U.S. commanders authorizing airstrikes and special operations raids outside conventional war zones, expanding the range of individuals who can be targeted, according to U.S. officials familiar with the policy

Elon Musk has said: The bond markets do not currently reflect the savings that I'm confident we can achieve

Elon Musk Announces Live Talk with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Elon Musk revealed that he will be holding a live discussion with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon later this week. During a Spaces event livestreamed on X, Musk stated that the conversation would focus on convincing bond markets that

The US has threatened import taxes on Canadian lumber products totaling 52%

U.S. Threatens 52% Tariffs on Canadian Lumber, Raising Industry Fears The United States is escalating tariffs on Canadian lumber, with total import taxes reaching 52%, sparking concerns about the future of Canada’s forestry sector and higher costs for U.S. homebuilding. On Monday, the U.S. Department of

Canada has imposed 25% tariffs on C$30 billion in goods imported from the U.S

anada has imposed 25% tariffs on C$30 billion in goods imported from the U.S. The C$30 billion is a part of an overall retaliatory measure targeting C$155 billion worth of goods imports from the U.S., with the remaining C$125 billion coming into force after

Trump said that all federal funding will stop for colleges and schools that allow "illegal" protests and that agitators will be imprisoned or sent back to the country they came from

Trump Threatens to Cut Federal Funding Over 'Illegal Protests,' Vows to Expel or Imprison Agitators WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that his administration will halt all federal funding for colleges and schools that permit "illegal protests", while also pledging to imprison agitators and deport foreign

Ontario, Canada Premier Doug Ford said he is prepared to cut off electricity exports to the US

If these tariffs continue—if the Trump administration imposes any further duties—we will immediately apply a 25% surcharge on the electricity we export," Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters at the provincial legislature. "And we won’t hesitate to cut off their power entirely if necessary."

Mexican has announced retaliatory tariffs against US

Mexico to Hit Back at U.S. Tariffs with Retaliatory Measures, Sheinbaum Says MEXICO CITY — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced Tuesday that Mexico will respond to U.S. tariffs with its own countermeasures, following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 25% duties on Mexican and Canadian imports. Speaking at

Trump has said that if companies move to the US, there are no tariffs

Trump Slams Canadian Banking, Tariffs Mexico and China Over Fentanyl WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump voiced frustration over Canadian banking policies and commented on Mexican cartel activity Tuesday morning—just hours after slapping 25% tariffs on America’s northern and southern neighbors. The sweeping trade action, imposed in response to fentanyl

Ukraine’s President Zelenskiy: I am ready to work under Trump’s strong leadership to bring peace

Ukraine is prepared to sign a minerals agreement with Washington despite Friday’s heated exchange between its president and his U.S. counterpart, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters late Sunday. Just days after leaving the White House without finalizing the deal, Zelenskyy emphasized, "I just want Ukraine’s

President Zelenskyy says he is ready to sign the US/Ukraine minerals deal

Ukraine is prepared to sign a minerals agreement with Washington despite Friday’s heated exchange between its president and his U.S. counterpart, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters late Sunday. Just days after leaving the White House without finalizing the deal, Zelenskyy emphasized, "I just want Ukraine’s

Canada’s province of Ontario will slap a 25% export tax on electricity it sends to 1.5 million homes in Minnesota, Michigan and New York, in retaliation for President Trump’s tariffs

"If these tariffs continue—if the Trump administration imposes any further duties—we will immediately apply a 25% surcharge on the electricity we export," Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters at the provincial legislature. "And we won’t hesitate to cut off their power entirely if necessary.

Trump: when Canada puts on retaliatory tariffs on US, reciprocal tariff will immediately increase by like amount

Trump: when Canada puts on retaliatory tariffs on US, reciprocal tariff will immediately increase by like amount. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau vowed on Tuesday that Canada would strike back forcefully after U.S. President Donald Trump ignited a North American trade war by imposing sweeping 25% tariffs on nearly all