President Donald Trump defended his tariff policies at a recent cabinet meeting, stating that despite possible “transition costs,” the US is in “very good shape” due to these policies. Former US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen criticized Trump’s economic policy as the “worst self-inflicted wound” on a functioning economy. Trump’s decision to postpone reciprocal tariffs has sparked market manipulation accusations.
In other news, the Trump administration is facing legal challenges regarding deportation policies and access to Covid-19 relief funds for schools. The Supreme Court ordered the administration to facilitate the return of a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The administration is also considering placing Columbia University under a consent decree, escalating its crackdown on the institution.
Additionally, Trump has threatened tariffs and sanctions on Mexico if it does not honor a water treaty with Texas. The administration’s actions have also resulted in terminations of hundreds of workers at NOAA, affecting climate research efforts. The administration’s reduction in force is expected to impact essential climate and weather intelligence.
Furthermore, the Senate is set to vote on confirming Trump’s pick for chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Nearly 1,000 international students and scholars have had their visas revoked or academic records terminated in recent weeks. This recent flurry of actions by the Trump administration highlights the ongoing challenges and controversies surrounding its policies.
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