Russia

Trump Celebrates Disruption in Speech to Congress, and Avoids the Costs

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The president’s speech to Congress covered tariffs, Ukraine and cuts to the federal work force but did little to address the perils that accompany the abrupt shifts he has engineered.

Canada and China Retaliate Against Trump’s Tariffs, Amid Fears of Trade War

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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.

JD Vance Ignites Outrage in UK With ‘Random Country’ Comment

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The vice-president denied that he was talking about Britain and France when he downplayed “20,000 troops from some random country” protecting Ukraine. No other countries have pledged troops.

Here’s What to Watch For in Trump’s Speech to Congress

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Presidents typically use these speeches to promote their accomplishments and lay out their plans. President Trump is expected to touch on Ukraine and government cuts.

Here’s How to Watch Trump’s Address to Congress

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At 9 p.m. Eastern, President Trump will speak to a joint session of Congress for the first time in his second term. The New York Times will carry the address live.

Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Stop Offensive Cyberoperations Against Russia

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The defense secretary’s instructions, which were given before President Trump’s blowup with the Ukrainian president, are apparently part of an effort to draw Russia into talks on the war.