Key Events (10)
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Utah. Trump ordered flags lowered to honor Kirk, who had been a prominent ally and influencer in Trump's political movement.
A federal judge blocked Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, ruling that she can remain in her position while she fights the dismissal. Trump had sought to remove her citing unconfirmed mortgage fraud allegations.
The Supreme Court agreed to quickly consider whether President Trump has the power to impose sweeping tariffs. Trump's economic agenda hinges significantly on this ruling regarding his authority to issue limitless tariffs.
Trump expressed unhappiness with Israel's military strike in Qatar targeting Hamas leaders, saying he was not informed in advance. The strike also damaged relations with Qatar, a key U.S. ally in the region.
Trump asked the EU to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and China in an effort to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine. The proposal targets trade partners and allies of Vladimir Putin.
Protesters disrupted Trump at a Washington D.C. restaurant where he dined to promote his federal crime crackdown in the capital. Code Pink and other groups confronted the president while supporters gathered outside.
Former FBI officials sued Kash Patel, the FBI director, claiming he was instructed by the White House to fire agents who had worked on investigations of Trump. The lawsuit alleges improper political retaliation.
A federal report found that US greenhouse gas emissions increased significantly, with an abrupt shift in policy since Trump took office predicted to have major consequences for the climate crisis.
Poland shot down Russian drones over its territory following violations of Polish airspace during attacks on Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Poland is closer to military conflict than at any time since World War II.
A Guardian investigation revealed that Trump's deportation program has shuttled approximately 44,000 immigrants on 1,700 flights over 100 days, with some facing detention in what is described as 'lawless limbo' outside the U.S.
Tariff Actions (1)
Trump asked the EU to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and China in an effort to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine by targeting trade partners and allies of Vladimir Putin.
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