Trump Administration Grants Tariff Exemptions to Tech Giants Amidst Trade Turmoil
In a move critics describe as prioritizing corporate interests over public welfare, the Trump administration announced exemptions from the newly imposed 125% tariffs for smartphones, computers, and various electronic components. This decision, influenced by intense lobbying from tech behemoths like Apple, aims to shield high-end electronics from price surges, leaving everyday consumers to bear the brunt of the trade war's economic fallout.
Trump Administration Revokes Visas for All South Sudanese Nationals in U.S.
Escalating its hardline immigration stance, the Trump administration revoked visas for all South Sudanese nationals residing in the U.S., including those with temporary protected status. This sweeping action, ostensibly a response to a diplomatic dispute over repatriation, has been condemned as collective punishment that disregards individual rights and due process.
Mass 'Hands Off!' Protests Erupt Nationwide Against Trump Administration Policies
In an unprecedented display of public dissent, millions across all 50 states participated in 'Hands Off!' protests, decrying the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs, aggressive immigration policies, and cuts to federal programs. The demonstrations, organized by a coalition of over 150 groups, signify a significant backlash against what many perceive as authoritarian governance and erosion of democratic norms.