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Trump trade ‘emergency’ follows decades of anger that America has been ripped off

New York Times: Experts question how the US can be facing an emergency over trade deficit.

Trump family pushes further into crypto, starting another venture

New York Times: Two of Trump's sons have invested in a new bitcoin-mining company.

US senator closes in on record with 20-hour marathon anti-Trump speech

'I believe sincerely that our country is in crisis.'

‘All countries’: Trump aides draft tariff plans as some experts warn of economic damage

Proposed tariffs could reach 20%, affecting most imports to the US.

‘Making a mistake’: Signal chat cements JD Vance’s role as sceptic of foreign intervention

Concerns the VP embodies potentially permanent shift in United States' approach to Europe,

Analysis: Trump takes government secrecy seriously - but only when it suits him

New York Times: The definition of an official secret depends on what works best for Trump.

Trump tariffs explained: Cars are latest focus in wave of trade actions

New York Times: Trump's new tariffs on cars spark global trade tensions.

‘Unlawful’: How Trump’s new voter registration order could reshape elections

Experts say the order could prevent millions from voting.

Zelenskyy and top US diplomat in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks

Ukraine proposes aerial and naval ceasefire to restart US military aid.

The populist v the billionaire: Bannon, Musk and the battle within Maga

New York Times: Trump wants to keep both men as allies, but the tensions are growing.

‘People are going silent’: Fearing retribution, Trump critics muzzle themselves

New York Times: People are concerned about harm to businesses and safety of families.

‘I’m stunned’: Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to freeze $3.5b in foreign aid

It was its first significant ruling on a legal challenge to the Trump administration.

‘America is back’: Trump addresses Congress, saying tariffs will bring ‘disturbance’ to economy

It was his first address to Congress since returning to power

As measles spreads, RFK jnr embraces remedies such as cod liver oil

New York Times: Kennedy claimed unconventional treatments were helping patients.

Donald Trump's tariffs will be 'pretty ugly' for KiwiSavers, providers warn

But the impact may not last.

Justin Trudeau says Trump wants to see 'total collapse' of Canadian economy

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that the justifications for US President Donald Trump's tariffs – including assertions around fentanyl – are bogus. Video / Video Elephant