US Politics

Trump appoints new BLS chief following firing amid weak jobs data

President Trump announced E.J. Antoni as the new nominee to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, following the firing of the previous commissioner due to a disappointing jobs report. As a seasoned economist, Antoni is expected to enhance data precision, help restore confidence in the agency’s outputs, and tackle the challenges in reporting amidst changing economic landscapes.

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Trump announces Alaska meeting with Putin next week

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska next week. This summit will address important U.S.-Russia issues with no agenda revealed yet. Experts speculate discussions on defense, economy, climate, and Arctic interests. This latest high-level summit follows prior meetings and arises amidst geopolitical tensions, highlighting ongoing diplomatic relations. Preparations are underway in Alaska as the international community closely watches for potential diplomatic outcomes.

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Trump predicts “good chance” of meeting Putin and Zelenskyy

President Trump signals a possible meeting with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The White House confirms Russia’s proposal for talks, aimed at advancing peace efforts in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. This diplomatic move aligns with Trump’s strategy to engage directly with global leaders to address complex issues.

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Trump warns pharma tariffs could reach 250%

President Trump announced new tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals, which could soar as high as 250 percent, starting at a lower initial level. The move aims to promote domestic manufacturing, alongside planned new duties on foreign semiconductors, reflecting the administration’s focus on boosting U.S. production.

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