Musk’s SpaceX Could Secure Billions in New Contracts Under Trump
Elon Musk’s role in the White House allows him to cancel contracts and influence policy, potentially benefiting his companies. Supporters say he has the best technology.
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Japan to Send Trade Minister to the U.S. Amid Tariff Tensions
The minister, Yoji Muto, is expected to negotiate with U.S. officials ahead of global tariffs that could damage Japanese businesses, including automotive giants.
Trump’s Tariffs by Whim Keep Allies and Markets Off Balance
Investors sent stock prices down on Thursday amid the uncertainty over what President Trump’s inconstancy means for the global economy.
Trump Suspends Tariffs on Mexico for a Month
Goods trading under the rules of the North American trade pact, or the vast majority of products, would be exempt from tariffs, the president said. The levies have caused stock markets to sink.
Trump’s Latest Tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China Could Be His Biggest Gamble
President Trump has offered a confusing mix of reasons for upending global trade relations, leaving America’s biggest trading partners baffled and angry.
Canada and China Retaliate Against Trump’s Tariffs, Amid Fears of Trade War
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada warned that the Trump administration’s tariffs were leading to a trade war. Mexico’s leader vowed to impose countermeasures on Sunday.
TSMC, the Chip Giant, Is to Spend $100 Billion in U.S. Over the Next 4 Years
The investment plan, announced at the White House, was made as the Trump administration pushes to bring chip making back to the United States.
Trump Turns Up Trade Pressure on China After Beijing Fails to Come Running
China is still cautiously trying to figure out what Trump wants. The president has threatened big tariffs in response to the inaction.
Trump Picks Another Trade Fight With Canada Over Lumber
The president initiated an investigation that could lead to tariffs on lumber imports, nearly half of which comes from Canada.
Cuts to National Weather Service Leave Forecasters Reeling
“Lives are being put in danger,” one meteorologist warned, as some experts feared the cuts will harm public safety.