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Trump Tariffs Driving Up Living Costs for Majority of Americans, Survey Reveals Impact on US-India Trade
Nov 05, 2025 11:55 am CST
A new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos survey reveals that most Americans are experiencing higher living costs due to President Trump's tariff policies, with 70% reporting increased grocery expenses. The impact extends to US-India trade relations, where India's exports to the US have fallen by 37.5% between May and September 2025 following the implementation of 50% tariffs. The economic consequences are being felt across political affiliations and various consumer sectors.
US Government Shutdown: 42 Million Americans Face Reduced Food Aid as SNAP Payments Cut by 50%
Nov 04, 2025 02:41 am CST
The ongoing US government shutdown has forced the White House to reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments by 50% for 42 million low-income Americans. Despite federal court rulings requiring the use of emergency funds, the Agriculture Department will not compensate for the shortfall, leaving one in eight Americans uncertain about affording groceries while political disputes over healthcare subsidies continue.
Trump Restricts Nvidia's Advanced Blackwell AI Chips From Foreign Markets
Nov 03, 2025 11:44 am CST
President Trump has announced restrictions on Nvidia's cutting-edge Blackwell AI chips, preventing their availability to foreign markets despite previous suggestions of potential sales to China. This decision comes amid growing concerns from Washington about national security implications, while Nvidia continues to seek global partnerships including a major deal to supply over 260,000 chips to South Korean businesses.
Trump Administration Clarifies Plans for US Nuclear Weapons Testing: No Explosions Planned Despite President's Announcement
Nov 03, 2025 10:12 am CST
Energy Secretary Chris Wright has clarified that President Trump's recent directive to test US nuclear weapons will not involve actual nuclear explosions, but rather system tests and non-critical explosions to ensure weapon functionality. Trump has defended his decision by claiming Russia and China are already conducting similar tests without public disclosure, marking a potential shift in America's nuclear testing policy after a 33-year hiatus.
US Threatens New Tariffs if China Resumes Rare Earth Export Restrictions: Treasury Secretary Warns
Nov 03, 2025 02:36 am CST
The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that the Trump administration is prepared to reimpose tariffs if China blocks rare earth exports again, despite Beijing's recent one-year suspension of restrictions. Following talks between Trump and Xi in South Korea, Washington agreed to reduce tariffs by 10%, while China promised to address fentanyl trafficking into the US. Bessent emphasized the need to reduce dependency on China's rare earth processing monopoly.
Historic First: Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa to Visit Washington Under Trump Administration for Security Talks
Nov 02, 2025 04:43 pm CST
Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa is set to make a historic first visit to Washington around November 10, potentially joining the US-led coalition against Islamic State. This unprecedented diplomatic engagement comes as Syria's transitional government works to rebuild international relationships and negotiate security agreements with Israel, marking a significant shift in US-Syria relations following Ahmed Sharaa's rise to power after deposing Bashar al-Assad last December.
Pentagon Chief Pledges US Technology Support to Counter China's Maritime Aggression in Southeast Asia
Nov 02, 2025 12:16 am CST
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has committed to sharing US technological capabilities with Southeast Asian allies to counter China's increasing "destabilizing actions" in the South China Sea. During meetings in Kuala Lumpur with ASEAN defense ministers and key allies, Hegseth proposed building shared maritime domain awareness systems while emphasizing America's commitment to ensuring regional partners are not alone when facing territorial provocations from Beijing.
US Government Shutdown Crisis: Federal Workers Face Financial Hardship as Food Assistance Programs Near Collapse
Nov 01, 2025 05:44 pm CST
As the US government shutdown enters its second month, millions of Americans are experiencing severe consequences including threats to food assistance programs like SNAP and WIC, healthcare premium spikes, and air travel disruptions, while Democrats and Republicans remain locked in a standoff over extending healthcare subsidies.
Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Maintain Food Assistance During Government Shutdown
Nov 01, 2025 03:29 am CST
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to utilize a $5 billion contingency fund to continue providing essential food assistance to 42 million low-income Americans during the ongoing government shutdown, preventing disruption to this critical support program.
Trump Administration Tackles H-1B Visa Abuse: New Measures to Protect American Workers
Oct 31, 2025 08:25 pm CST
The Trump administration has launched initiatives to combat H-1B visa abuse, including Project Firewall and a $100,000 petition fee. A Department of Labour video highlights that 72% of visa holders are Indians and accuses companies of unfairly replacing American workers with lower-paid foreign labor. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also ordered state universities to prioritize hiring Americans over foreign workers on visas.