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Trump’s first 100 days: Steamrolling government, strong-arming allies, igniting trade wars

WASHINGTON (AP) — In his first 100 days, President Donald Trump exerted his power in a sweep and scale that has no easy historical comparison. His actions target the architecture of the New Deal and…

John McCarthy April 27, 2025

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Trump goes with his gut and the world goes along for the ride

WASHINGTON (AP) — After President Donald Trump reversed course on his tariffs and announced he would pursue trade negotiations, he had a simple explanation for how he would make decisions in the…

John McCarthy April 13, 2025

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Consumer sentiment has plummeted, University of Michigan survey says

Americans are not feeling great about the economy. Consumer sentiment dropped 11% from March to April, declining for the fourth straight month, according to preliminary results from the University of…

John McCarthy April 11, 2025

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Trump says countries are ‘kissing my ass’ to make trade deals

"Don't let some of these politicians go around saying, you know, because I'm telling you, these countries are calling us up, kissing my ass. They are. They are dying to…

John McCarthy April 9, 2025

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Trump’s tariffs could TRIPLE the price of an iPhone as Apple loses 10% of its value in one day and faces customer boycott

LONDON (DM) The price of an iPhone could triple under Donald Trump's new tariffs, analysts claimed today as Apple fans consider boycotting the firm which has seen its stock plummet. The cost of…

John McCarthy April 7, 2025