Wed, January 22, 2025

by: WESA

Pittsburgh-area elected officials, and January 6 defendants, weigh Trump pardon

A number of Pennsylvania Democrats criticized President Trump for granting pardons to people who committed violence during the January 6th attack. Pennsylvania Republicans, such as Senator Dave McCormick,

by: MSN

How Donald Trump's return to the White House affects South African business travel

Discover how Donald Trump's return to the White House may reshape business travel for South African companies, with insights on visa challenges, rising costs, and strategic travel planning.

by: ABC

Trump finds new ways to flex presidential power after returning to White House

WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump is swiftly breaching the traditional boundaries of presidential power as he returns to the White House, bringing to bear a lifetime of bending the limits in courthouses, boardrooms and politics to forge an expansive view of his authority.

by: Reuters

Clash of the handouts as Modi's BJP seeks to reclaim Delhi after decades

Having unexpectedly won two Indian state votes late last year, in big part due to a slew of handouts, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is deploying the same playbook in a bid to wrest back Delhi for the first time in nearly three decades next month.

by: PBS

WATCH: Trump discusses pardoning Jan. 6 rioters in first news conference

President Donald Trump on his first full day in office Tuesday defended his decision to grant clemency to people convicted of assaulting police officers during the 2021 attack on the Capitol and suggested there could be a place in U.

by: MSN

Manitoba government runs ads on electricity rate freeze that has not been approved

The Manitoba government is running an advertising campaign to tout a freeze on electricity rates even though the freeze has yet to be approved and could be rejected.

by: MSN

Albanese 'weak and out of his depth' in tackling antisemitism

Sky News host Peta Credlin says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's lack of action over antisemitism shows he is "weak and out of his depth".

by: MSN

Republic Day 2025: How To Book Parade And Beating Retreat Tickets Both Online And Offline? Dates, Timings, And Locations

Republic Day 2025: This year, India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day on Sunday, January 26, with the theme "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas". The much-anticipated day will feature several dignitaries, including Prabowo Subianto, the newly elected ...

by: MSN

Donald Trump begins presidency with sweeping executive orders and pardons

Donald Trump signs a slew of executive orders on the first day in office after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. View on euronews

by: CNN

Why Trump's two days in the White House already feel like a full term

After the sedate Joe Biden years, the return of a presidency that is an incessant assault on the senses is a reminder of why so many millions of Americans see Trump as a compelling, historic figure - and why millions more deeply fear him.

by: MSN

Mahakumbh 2025: CM Yogi and Cabinet to take holy dip at Triveni Sangam after Cabinet Meeting

The Yogi government is set to hold a special Cabinet meeting in Prayagraj on Wednesday, January 22. All 54 ministers of the Uttar Pradesh cabinet have been invited to this meeting, which is expected to approve several significant proposals and schemes for the state.

by: MSN

Republic Day 2025: How to book Republic Day parade tickets online and offline? Dates, timing, prices, locations and more

Here's your guide to booking Republic Day parade tickets. Find out ticket prices, booking details, where to secure your spot for the event.

by: justthenews

FBI-approved book manuscript supports Kash Patel's Benghazi narrative challenged by NY Times

But Patel's account about frustrating efforts to take into custody and prosecute the several suspected attackers is supported by Clarke's manuscript, which chronicled how senior FBI leadership delayed the Pentagon to begin its planning to locate and capture the remaining individuals.

by: MSN

This America makes room for MAGA hats, Proud Boys and Elon Musk's salute

The red MAGA hat has transformed into a symbol of the country's willingness to absorb almost anything — any lie, any grievance — into a new, sour normal.

by: MSN

Of fish and men: Trump's California water order takes aim at Newsom and troubled smelt

A Trump executive order directs agencies to 'to route more water' across the state. But some say there's a lot more at stake.
Tue, January 21, 2025

by: Reuters

After taking office, Trump pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 defendants

His decision to pardon supporters who attacked the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, is sure to enrage police, lawmakers and others whose lives were put at risk during an unprecedented episode in modern US history.

by: Reuters

US and India discuss concerns about 'irregular immigration,' State Department says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed with his Indian counterpart, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, concerns related to "irregular migration" on Tuesday, the State Department said.

by: Click2Houston

Trump pardons founder of Silk Road website

President Donald Trump has pardoned Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, an underground website for selling drugs.

by: Reuters

Trump order leaves Cuba prisoner deal in limbo

Karen Vasquez, 44, walked out of jail in Cuba on Sunday, part of a deal brokered by the Vatican under which the Biden administration would loosen sanctions on the communist-run island, while Havana would release more than 500 people from its jails who are considered political prisoners by Washington.

by: Cleveland

What happens when the frontrunner for Ohio governor becomes senator? An unpredictable chain reaction.

Former Lt. Gov., now U.S. Senator, Jon Husted's move to D.C. opens a vacancy for Gov. Mike DeWine's second-in-command — but also for governor. Here are some names to watch.

by: Reuters

Trump executive order on free speech draws criticism

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order that he said aims to restore freedom of speech and end censorship, drawing fire from critics who point to his past actions threatening and suing journalists,

by: WPLG

How Trump will immediately seek to dismantle Biden's sprawling federal DEI programs

President Donald Trump has ordered a sweeping dismantling of the federal government's diversity and inclusion programs that could include everything from anti-bias training to funding for minority farmers and homeowners.

by: CNN

Trump touts political firings and retribution as he begins a government overhaul in his image

President Donald Trump's political retribution tour began this week with firings of his perceived enemies inside the federal government, the targeting of former intelligence and national security officials and a directive to investigate the actions by the Biden administration.

by: MassLive

New president's bully pulpit comes with an expiration date (The Republican Editorials)

In time, this will be seen as a peculiar and fraught period in American politics, when voters twice elected the serial liar and megalomaniac who on Monday declared he survived an assassination attempt by divine intervention.

by: CNN

Trump begins second term with series of sweeping executive actions

President Donald Trump signed a series of executive actions, revoking 78 of Joe Biden's policies hours after returning to the White House.

by: Reuters

Pardoned prisoners from Jan. 6 attack to go free on Trump's first full day in office

Supporters of Donald Trump who attacked the U.S. Capitol four years ago will start leaving prison on Tuesday, pardoned by the new president in a flurry of Inauguration Day executive orders showing intent to stamp radical change on the country.

by: CNN

Trump wields huge power to kick start his new 'Golden Age'

Proclaiming a new American "Golden Age," Trump consolidated power hours into his new term, wielding massive executive authority in seeking to obliterate large chunks of Joe Biden's legacy and showing he plans to learn from his first-term failures to pull off a transformational presidency.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's 12 most divisive executive orders and election pledges

Donald Trump has wasted no time getting to work on implementing his controversial policies since being inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, signing a number of executive orders and retracting a number Joe Biden had signed off.

by: tbsnews

We are keeping trade and politics separate: Food adviser on rice import

Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder has said that import costs are relatively lower due to the proximity of neighboring countries such as India, Myanmar, and Pakistan. "Therefore, we welcome neighboring countries interested in exporting rice to us.

by: MSN

What are tariffs and who pays them? See Trump's proposed tax plan now that he's president

According to Reuters, Trump proposed a 10% tariff on all U.S. imports and a 60% levy on Chinese-made products.

by: MSN

What We Know About Trump's Executive Order Declaring There Are 'Only Two Genders, Male and Female'

Claims spread that newly-inaugurated President Donald Trump would sign one or several executive orders preventing people from choosing their gender identity, and those who depend on the federal government from accessing gender-affirming care — including inmates.

by: Mediaite

'Everyone Wants Him Out': GOP Strategist Says Trump World Wants Vivek Ramaswamy Gone From Mar-a-Lago and DC

A Republican strategist told Politico that "everyone wants" Vivek Ramaswamy "out," as the Trump surrogate announced his departure from DOGE.

by: MSN

Bitcoin price live: Trump's new meme coin and other crypto plummets as president takes office

Trump's new meme coin and other crypto plummets as president takes office - Incoming president tells fans to 'have fun' with new digital currencies

by: CNN

Trump signs Day 1 executive actions as he attempts to transform federal government

President Donald Trump on Monday took the first steps to enact his sweeping agenda with a series of executive actions that are expected to kickstart his promised transformation of the federal government.

by: MSN

The U.S. Government Has a Landlord, and Trump Isn't a Fan

Shortly before he was elected president in 2016, Donald Trump took a break from campaigning to attend a ceremony for his new flagship hotel, the Trump International Hotel Washington, D.C. The General Services Administration,

by: MSN

Tariffs, Ukraine and Chagos: How the UK could feel the full force of Trump's second term

How the UK could feel the full force of Trump's second term - The 45th US president's second term could have major implications for the UK

by: MSN

Trump inauguration live updates: President abruptly withdraws US from WHO and pardons nearly all Jan 6 prisoners

President to speak at Capital One Arena and begin signing promised executive orders - President-elect sworn-in at Capitol rotunda as freezing conditions blast Washington DC

by: CNN

The latest on Donald Trump's presidency

President Donald Trump signed a series of executive actions, revoking 78 of Joe Biden's policies hours after returning to the White House.

by: MSN

US News Live Today January 21, 2025: 'Welcome home!': Fans rejoice as Donald Trump and Melania dance at Commander-in-Chief ball to thunderous applause|Watch

Get real-time breaking news updates on the biggest event unfolding in the United States, including election, politics, economics, crime, viral and more.

by: MSN

ANC to reconfigure leadership in Gauteng and KZN, but government leadership remains unchanged.

The ANC in Gauteng and KwaZulu Natal are going through a leadership change announced by the party' secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula after the two provinces' bad performance during last year's elections.

by: MSN

Republic Day 2025: Parade on January 26, check ticket prices and how to book online and offline

Every year on January 26, a Republic Day parade is organised on Kartavya Path. From parade tickets to place and timing — here's all you need to know about Republic Day Parade 2025.

by: MSN

President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump arrive at St. John's Church service ahead of inauguration

Ahead of the inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump arrive at St. John's Church for a service.

by: MSN

Trump's day one executive orders take aim at immigration, trans rights and oil drilling. What we know

Trump's day one executive orders take aim at immigration, trans rights and oil drilling. What we know - Trump has declared an emergency at the southern border and rolled back trans rights as he signs

by: MSN

Understanding Trump's executive orders and their impact

Donald Trump is returning to the White House ready to immediately overhaul the government using the fastest tool he has — the executive order. An incoming president signing a flurry of executive orders is standard practice.

by: MSN

Kenyan newspapers, January 21: Uhuru's ally says there's no political deal between him and Ruto

Jubilee Party secretay general Jeremiah Kioni has denied their being a political pact between former president Uhuru Kenyatta and his sucessor William Ruto.

by: MSN

Donald and Melania Trump Ripped to Shreds Over 'Embarrassing' Air-Kiss at 2025 Inauguration: Watch

"Home Alone" director Chris Columbus revealed that the legendary aftershave face slap scene was partially improvised by Macaulay Culkin. Columbus shared that the crew erupted into laughter after Culkin did not move his hands when he slapped his face after applying aftershave so they decided to keep that version in the final cut of the movie.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's rollback of transgender protections and federal DEI programs draw the ire of some New Yorkers

Some New Yorkers take issue with President Trump's rollback of transgender protections and federal DEI programs.

by: MSNBC

Maddow: Why Trump-style corruption is bad and makes governments suck

Rachel Maddow explains why Donald Trump's family favors, grift, conflicts of interest, and uninhibited mix of money and politics are more than just inappropriate or in violation of some esoteric ethics code,

Trump said new tariffs on Canada and Mexico could arrive within days. Here's what Americans should know about his trade plans.

President Donald Trump said a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico could come on February 1 and that a universal tariff isn't off the table.

The article discusses former President Donald Trump's trade policies, particularly his threats to impose new tariffs on Canada and Mexico if he were to return to office. Trump has suggested that these tariffs could be implemented within days of his potential re-election, aiming to leverage trade negotiations and address what he perceives as unfair trade practices. His approach includes a 10% across-the-board tariff on all imports, which he believes would reduce the U.S. trade deficit and fund tax cuts. Critics argue that such tariffs could increase costs for American consumers, provoke retaliatory tariffs from trade partners, and potentially lead to a trade war. The article outlines the implications of these policies, including potential economic impacts like higher prices for goods, disruptions in supply chains, and strained international relations. It also notes that while Trump's tariff strategy aims to protect American industries, it could have broader negative effects on the economy and global trade dynamics.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/trump-said-new-tariffs-on-canada-and-mexico-could-arrive-within-days-here-s-what-americans-should-know-about-his-trade-plans/ar-AA1xBwW9