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'This is a hostile and political act': White House slams Amazon amid tariff standoff


Published on 2025-05-11 10:21:56 - Politico
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  • Amazon is reportedly considering listing how much tariffs are adding to the price of items.

The White House has criticized the decision by House Republicans to remove Representative Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee as a "political stunt" and a "religious test," asserting that it was motivated by her Muslim faith. This move, according to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, represents a hostile political act that undermines the integrity of the committee and the House of Representatives. Jean-Pierre emphasized that Omar, who has been subjected to death threats and faced significant challenges, should not be singled out in this manner. The decision to remove Omar was supported by a vote of 218-211, with all Republicans voting in favor and all Democrats voting against, highlighting the partisan nature of the decision.

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