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Biden administration unveils new tariffs on Chinese imports, including EVs
The Biden administration unveiled a series of new tariffs on Chinese goods. This will impact $18 billion in imports, including electric vehicles (EVs). “China’s unfair trade practices concerning technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation are threatening American businesses and workers,” the White House said in a press release announcing the increased tariffs. The release also highlighted China’s flooding… -
Cohen testifies Trump said ‘just do it’ about payment to Daniels
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer for former President Donald Trump, took the stand in the former president’s criminal trial. And a giant billboard collapses in India, killing more than a dozen people and leaving dozens injured. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Cohen testifies Trump said ‘Just do… -
Report warns China using scholarship programs to plant spies, quash dissent
Academics and Researchers in the United Kingdom assert that a Chinese scholarship program is being leveraged by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to steal technology, gather intelligence, and monitor and intimidate critics of the communist regime. The Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong Foundation organized a panel discussion in the Scottish Parliament, expressing concerns over… -
Solar storm brings Northern Lights to skies across US
A dazzling light display graced the night sky across America this past weekend, thanks to a rare yet powerful solar storm. The aurora borealis — commonly known as the Northern Lights — typically appears only in areas near the North Pole. However, due to increased solar activity, this captivating phenomenon was visible as far south as… -
Group of students walk out of Duke graduation before Jerry Seinfeld’s speech
A group of Duke University students walked out of graduation on Sunday, May 12, as comedian Jerry Seinfeld received an honorary degree and prepared to deliver a speech. Approximately 30 students stood up from their seats — some carrying Palestinian flags — and left the commencement ceremony. The protesting students chanted “Free Palestine,” while other graduates responded… -
Michael Cohen expected to take the stand in Donald Trump’s criminal trial
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer of Donald Trump, is set to take the stand in the former president’s criminal trial. And graduates protesting the war in Gaza walk out on Jerry Seinfeld during Duke’s commencement ceremony. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, May 13, 2024. Michael Cohen expected to take the… -
A year after Bud Light boycott began, Anheuser-Busch sales still down
In the world of beer, Bud Light is still feeling fallout from a boycott that started more than a year ago. In the first quarter of 2024, Anheuser-Busch, known for its Bud Light brand, got some good news – it beat earnings expectations despite the boycott that started in April 2023 after Dylan Mulvaney, a… -
Senate passes sweeping FAA bill focused on safety, consumer protections
The Senate overwhelmingly passed a 5-year, $105 billion resolution to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Thursday, May 9, a day before the law was set to expire. The bipartisan bill aims to improve safety and customer service for air travelers. The bill “gives the FAA the stability it needs to fulfill its primary mission —… -
Federal appeals court rejects Hunter Biden’s dismissal request in gun case
A federal appeals court has denied Hunter Biden’s request to dismiss gun charges in Delaware, paving the way for his trial in June. U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika subsequently ordered that the case proceed to trial on June 3, with an expected duration of three to six days. Notably, Noreika, who was appointed by former President Donald… -
Judge denies Donald Trump’s request for mistrial after Stormy Daniels concludes testimony
After hours of testimony by Stormy Daniels, lawyers for former President Donald Trump requested a mistrial. A teenager is looking to make history on the soccer field. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, May 10, 2024. Judge denies Trump’s request for mistrial after Daniels concludes testimony Once again, the judge overseeing… -
Russia V-Day parade raises questions about military capabilities, supplies
Russia held its 79th annual Victory Day parade on Thursday, May 9, in Moscow to commemorate the Soviet Union’s role in defeating Nazi Germany in World War II. The scaled-down ceremony featured a World War II-era tank, 9,000 troops, 61 weapon systems and 15 combat aircraft in Red Square. Officials accused the West of fueling… -
Lawyer: Airman killed by Florida deputy who burst into wrong apartment
The attorney for the family of an Air Force airman shot and killed by a deputy in Florida on Friday, May 3, said the fatal shooting occurred after law enforcement entered the wrong apartment. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said Senior Airman Roger Fortson was on a FaceTime call with a woman when deputies, responding to a… -
House Speaker Mike Johnson survives attempt to oust him
After weeks of threats, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., called for a vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday, May 8, citing concerns about his leadership. The motion was decisively rejected within minutes by a vote of 359 to 43, with most Republicans joining Democrats. “By passing the Democrats’ agenda and handcuffing the Republicans’ ability and…
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