Trump & Takaichi: ‘Japan is Back’ Diplomacy
Trump and Japan's PM Takaichi display 'Japan is Back' hats, echoing Abe's legacy. Deals and a 'golden age' in US-Japan relations are highlighted, strengthening the alliance.
US vs. Brazil: Political Tensions & Trade Wars
Rubio criticizes Brazil's Supreme Court, triggering a diplomatic clash. Trump's tariffs impact Brazilian markets. Accusations of political oppression and interference rise. Tensions escalate between US and Brazil.
Trump’s Russia Tariff Threat Mocked by Economist
Economist Justin Wolfers mocks Trump's threat of 100% tariffs on Russia if a Ukraine peace deal isn't reached, citing existing US sanctions rendering the tariff pointless. Russia-Ukraine dispute.
Abbe Lowell: Trump’s Actions Could Break Constitutional Wall
Attorney Abbe Lowell, who represented Kushner and Ivanka, warns Trump's actions could break the constitutional wall dividing courts and executive power, fearing for the system's resilience under pressure.
Trump Urges Israel to Drop Netanyahu’s ‘Witch Hunt’ Trial
Donald Trump advises Israel to drop Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial, calling it a 'witch hunt'. Trump highlights Netanyahu's consistency with the U.S. Court hearings, initiated in 2019, are scheduled to last a year.
Musk vs. Trump Feud: Political Clash & Business Impacts
Musk and Trump's public fight impacts Tesla's stock. Cuban flirts with politics. Musk critiques Trump's spending, triggering a personal clash on X. Schiff echoes Musk's concerns.
Stocks rally after recent weakness, dollar slips By Reuters
MSCI's gauge of stocks across the globe advanced 7.52 points, or 0.90%, to 847.45 - on track for its biggest daily percentage gain since Nov. 7 - but still poised for its third weekly decline in the past four.