Politics

Trump hits back at Canadian tariffs with import bans, tariff hikes - Politico

After new Canadian tariffs took effect on around $20 billion in U.S. exports, the president announced new import bans on Canadian dairy, motorcycles and alcohol.

Trump didn't oppose UK sanctions on Israeli settlements - Axios

Missouri’s redistricting in flux after dissonant court rulings - Politico

A Supreme Court justice rejected a bid to revive Missouri’s pro-GOP redistricting before midterms, but a federal judge practically simultaneously gave the state the OK to continue with the plan.

Trump escalates trade war with Canada, moving to ban the import of some autos, dairy and alcohol - NBC News

As the U.S.-Canadian relationship severely deteriorates, the White House says the import bans will go into effect in about three weeks.

Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is leaving amid tensions with Trump - NBC News

Bunch, the first Black person and first historian to lead the institution, said he has “mixed emotions” about departing.

Supreme Court rejects Missouri Republicans’ request to use new congressional map - NBC News

Republicans rushed to the high court after the Missouri Supreme Court ruled the state could not use the redrawn map, which was designed to eliminate one Democratic-held seat, this year.

Paul Adams: British-Israeli relations at lowest ebb in decades - BBC

Israel's response to London's trade ban with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank shows how important this moment is.

Lonnie Bunch to retire from Smithsonian leadership following clash with Trump administration - AP News

Lonnie Bunch is stepping down from leading the Smithsonian Institution after a challenging year. President Donald Trump has been pushing to reshape how U.S. history is portrayed, affecting entities li...

Trump's unusual role at midterm convention revealed as schedule goes public - Fox News

Trump headlines both nights of the RNC's first-ever GOP midterm convention in Dallas, with JD Vance delivering the Thursday keynote speech.

Smithsonian chief to retire as Trump fights to reshape the institution - The Washington Post

Lonnie G. Bunch III, the Smithsonian’s first Black secretary, said President Donald Trump’s pressure played no role in his decision and vowed to defend the institution’s independence until he leaves.

GOP senator pushes back as Trump threatens to block Bombardier jets in Canada trade fight - Fox Business

After President Donald Trump targeted Bombardier in a social media post, Republican Sen. Jerry Moran highlighted the positive impact the Canadian jet maker has in Kansas.

Capitol agenda: Republicans hope Trump won’t dominate Dallas - Politico

GOP lawmakers, candidates, donors and party officials said in interviews they are counting on Trump to draw a contrast with Democrats rather than prosecute his personal grievances.