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President Trump announced 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea and new import taxes on 12 other nations, while also threatening tariffs of up to 200% on foreign drugs and 50% on copper. The announcements created confusion as Trump continued to shift tariff plans and extended a previous pause on certain tariffs.
President Trump said the U.S. will send more weapons to Ukraine, including 10 Patriot missiles, reversing his administration's recent pause on some shipments. Trump also criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying he is 'not happy' with him and blamed him for 'killing a lot of people' in Ukraine.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nominated President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize during a White House meeting and praised Trump's role in Israeli-Arab diplomatic relations. Trump expressed optimism about Gaza ceasefire talks, though Qatar indicated negotiations 'will need time.'
The U.S. Supreme Court lifted a lower court order that had frozen federal government layoffs, clearing the way for Trump officials to resume mass 'reductions in force.' The ruling allows the administration to proceed with federal employee firings while litigation in the case continues.
Top House Democrats demanded the release of Epstein files that mention Trump, accusing the Justice Department of withholding documents to protect the president. Right-wing supporters of Trump expressed anger over the Justice Department's claim that Epstein's client list does not exist.
At least 107 people have died in severe Texas floods, with 87 bodies recovered in the worst-hit Kerr County area. Questions intensified over the government's disaster response and handling of the crisis.
Experts warned that deadly floods could become the new normal as Trump's cuts to federal agencies undermine disaster preparedness. The Supreme Court's decision allows the administration to proceed with federal layoffs that critics say harm emergency response capabilities.
A Texas pediatrician is no longer employed after posting about pro-Trump flood victims, stating they should 'get what they voted for' amid the flooding crisis in Kerr County. The post drew significant backlash.
Elon Musk threatened to create an 'America Party,' prompting Trump to call him a 'TRAIN WRECK' on social media, indicating tension between the two figures over Musk's political ambitions.
FIFA opened a new office in Trump Tower in New York City, marking a deepening of ties between the international soccer organization and President Trump as FIFA prepares for the 2026 World Cup.