Trump tariffs: US farmers struggle while shrimpers see hope

Trump tariffs: US farmers struggle while shrimpers see hope

President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policies have created uncertainty and opportunity across America’s heartland as farmers and small business owners grapple with the effects of his administration’s tariff decisions in his first 100 days. According to a recent ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll, 53% of Americans believe the economy has deteriorated since Trump took office, with … Read more

In his 2nd term, it’s Trump vs. the world: ANALYSIS

In his 2nd term, it’s Trump vs. the world: ANALYSIS

When President Donald J. Trump took the oath of office for the second time, he promised that the moment marked not only the culmination of his own extraordinary political comeback, but a resurgence on the global stage for the United States as a whole. “From this day forward, our country will flourish and be respected … Read more

‘I am not afraid of you,’ Columbia student says of Trump after release from ICE

‘I am not afraid of you,’ Columbia student says of Trump after release from ICE

A federal judge in Vermont ordered the release Wednesday of Mohsen Mahdawi, the Columbia University student who was arrested two weeks ago by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents following his citizenship interview, while his case proceeds. “The two weeks of detention so far demonstrate great harm to a person who has been charged with no … Read more

U.S., Ukraine sign deal for access to rare minerals – Boston News, Weather, Sports

U.S., Ukraine sign deal for access to rare minerals – Boston News, Weather, Sports

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. and Ukraine announced on Wednesday an economic agreement after a weekslong press by President Donald Trump on Ukraine to compensate Washington for billions in military and economic assistance to help Ukraine repel the Russian invasion. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a video posted to X that “this partnership allows the United … Read more

Runaway kangaroo on the loose named Sheila shuts down Alabama interstate – Boston News, Weather, Sports

Runaway kangaroo on the loose named Sheila shuts down Alabama interstate – Boston News, Weather, Sports

TUSKEGEE, Ala. (AP) — A runaway kangaroo named Sheila shut down a stretch of interstate in Alabama on Tuesday before state troopers and the animal’s owner wrangled the wayward marsupial. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said the kangaroo was spotted Tuesday hopping along the side of Interstate 85 in Macon County, which is between Montgomery … Read more

Supreme Court appears inclined to allow 1st taxpayer-funded religious charter school

Supreme Court appears inclined to allow 1st taxpayer-funded religious charter school

The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority on Wednesday appeared ready to clear the way for creation of the nation’s first religious charter school funded directly with taxpayer dollars. The justices heard arguments in a landmark dispute from Oklahoma, where the state Supreme Court last year blocked the Catholic Church from receiving a charter school contract … Read more

How Americans describe Trump’s term so far in 1 word: POLL

How Americans describe Trump’s term so far in 1 word: POLL

Savior. Ungodly. Patriotic. Un-American. Great. Sad. A hundred days into his presidency, all are words Americans used to describe President Donald Trump’s performance in office. Responses run the full spectrum of possible assessments. On the positive side of the ledger in this ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll: “Excellent.” “Awesome.” “Outstanding.” “Strong.” “Best president ever.” And among … Read more