Gov. Abbott demands comprehensive overhaul of Texas flood warning systems as death toll rises
Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.
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Trump Threatens Brazil With 50 Percent Tariff Citing Trial of Former President
A ship with the logo of BYD, a Chinese company, delivers vehicles at the Port of Itajaí in Santa Catarina, Brazil, on May 28, 2025. Anderson Cohelo/Reuters Among a batch of letters that President Donald Trump sent out to several U.S. trading partners on July 9 was one issued to Brazil threatening to impose a
Mamdani’s far-left allies aim to primary Hakeem Jeffries and other NYC House Democrats
Hakeem Jeffries' adviser warns of 'forceful' response to potential primary challenges from democratic socialists after Mamdani's NYC victory.
Left-wing critics blame Texas flood devastation on ‘climate denialism,’ warn more to come unless inaction ends
Left-wing critics argue Texas floods were worsened by climate denialism, while conservatives call out politicization of the tragedy amid ongoing search and rescue efforts.
Why Trump’s copper tariff could raise cost of appliances, cars, electricity
President Trump’s threat this week to impose a 50% tariff on U.S. copper imports targets a vital metal that is widely used in many products and industries. That could lead to higher prices for everything from appliances and electronics to cars and home repairs, economists and industry experts said. Although Mr. Trump has yet to
Secret Service suspended 6 personnel after Trump assassination attempt
Washington — Secret Service suspended six personnel without pay as the agency faced intense scrutiny after the assassination attempt against President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, nearly a year ago. Matt Quinn, Secret Service deputy director, told CBS News that their penalty ranged from 10 to 42 days of leave without pay or benefits. The personnel
Trump threatens Brazil with 50% tariff, citing “Witch Hunt” against Bolsonaro
President Trump said Wednesday he would impose a 50% tariff on goods from Brazil next month, one of the steepest rates for any U.S. trading partner, citing the criminal prosecution of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, which Mr. Trump called an “international disgrace.” Mr. Trump has sent open letters to about 20 countries this week —