Trump’s Proposed Film Tariffs Stir Controversy at Cannes Film Festival
President Trump’s proposal for a 100% tariff on foreign films ignites tension at Cannes, sparking appeals for cultural diversity protection amid global industry debates.
President Trump’s proposal for a 100% tariff on foreign films ignites tension at Cannes, sparking appeals for cultural diversity protection amid global industry debates.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order to create a federally funded self-deportation program offering paid flights and an “exit bonus.” The initiative is part of efforts to address illegal immigration and is expected to influence future immigration policy discussions.
India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire following US-mediated talks, easing tensions after a gun massacre in Kashmir. The agreement aims to reduce hostilities between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
The Trump administration considers suspending habeas corpus to enhance deportation of illegal migrants. Stephen Miller announces the proposal amid legal debates.
The United States and Chinese officials meet in Switzerland to engage in trade discussions aimed at de-escalating tensions from a trade war initiated by tariffs imposed by President Trump. This meeting, involving key figures such as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng, marks the first since imposing steep tariffs last month. The discussions seek resolutions to the ongoing economic conflict, with potential tariff reductions on the agenda. Global markets closely watch the outcome, as it significantly impacts international economic stability.
A U.S. judge has halted layoffs by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s DOGE at over a dozen federal agencies. The decision, sparked by public service concerns, temporarily stops staff reduction plans affecting 20 departments. The ruling comes amid debates over the legality and impacts of streamlining operations within government.
The White House announces a multibillion-dollar plan to overhaul the U.S. air traffic control system by 2028, focusing on new technology and safety improvements.
The Trump administration plans to deport undocumented immigrants to Libya using a military plane. The move has drawn criticism due to Libya’s treatment of migrants and ongoing conflict. Flight tracking shows a U.S. Air Force C-17 heading from San Antonio to Misrata Airport.
The European Union has announced potential retaliatory measures against US cars and planes, valued at €95 billion, if tariff negotiations with President Trump’s administration fail. The EU will also take the matter to the WTO.
U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray have called on President Trump to address the wrongful detention of Air Force veteran Joseph St. Clair in Venezuela, stressing the need for executive involvement to secure his release as part of broader efforts to free detained Americans.