President Donald Trump has announced a 30% tariff on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, 2025. The tariffs result from unsuccessful trade negotiations, impacting major U.S. trade partners.
In his visit to North Korea, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned the US, South Korea, and Japan against forming a security alliance targeting North Korea. The visit is part of efforts to strengthen Russia-North Korea cooperation amidst ongoing regional tensions, emphasizing military and economic ties to safeguard strategic interests against potential security threats.
President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump visit flood-stricken Kerr County, Texas, pledging federal support and assessing damage after deadly flooding ravaged the Hill Country region.
The State Department has initiated layoffs for over 1,300 employees as part of a restructuring plan from the Trump administration. This decision involves both civil servants and foreign service officers, impacting U.S. diplomatic operations.
A federal judge in New Hampshire grants class-action status to a lawsuit against Trump’s birthright citizenship order and issues a temporary block, intensifying legal debates over immigration policy.
The United States has announced a 20% tariff on goods imported from the Philippines, citing non-reciprocal trade relations. This decision follows a letter from President Trump to Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. detailing the new tariffs and highlighting concerns over the imbalance in trade relations.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that South Korea should cover its own defense costs, criticizing their contribution as “very little.” He suggested South Korea pay $10 billion annually for U.S. military presence. The comments highlight ongoing discussions about defense cost-sharing and reflect broader international security considerations between the U.S. and South Korea.
President Trump imposes a 25% tariff on Japan and South Korea, affecting 12 other nations. The tariffs aim to address trade imbalances and will be effective on August 1, 2025. Affected countries engage in talks with the U.S. as markets react.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Malaysia for his first Asia visit since taking office. The visit will involve meetings with ASEAN allies, focusing on US policy in Asia, regional security, and economic issues. The trip underscores the US’s commitment to fostering strong ties with Southeast Asian nations.
President Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on July 4, 2025, enacting major tax cuts and spending reductions, including a $1 trillion cut to Medicaid. The law introduces energy policy changes and healthcare funding, marking a significant shift in federal fiscal strategy.