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President Donald Trump has given a "final warning' to Hamas after U.S. officials reportedly engaged in "ongoing talks and discussions" with Hamas officials.
In a Truth Social post, Trump ordered Hamas to release the remaining hostages captured in the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, or "there will be hell to pay."
The president, who met with eight former Hamas hostages in the White House today, said if those demands were not met, he would send Israel "everything it needs to finish the job."
"This is your last warning!" Trump wrote. Trump also addressed "the people of Gaza," as he promised a "beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages. If you do, you are DEAD."
Trump's remarks come after the United States and Hamas spoke in Qatar last month - the first known direct engagement between since the State Department designated it a foreign terrorist organization in 1997.
Today's other big news
- A congressional hearing on sanctuary cities descended into chaos amid a spat between Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, a Kentucky Republican, and Representative Ayanna Pressley as four Democratic mayors of four sanctuary cities were brought in to testify.
- The Trump administration has confirmed a one-month delay on tariffs for American automakers after intense pressure from industry leaders.
- Rep. Al Green says he'd "do it again" after being kicked out of Trump speech to Congress on Tuesday, while Trump has criticized Democrats for refusing to applaud during the address.
- Trump ally Elon Musk has suggested the U.S. should privatize Amtrak and the U.S. Postal Service, NBC News reports.
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Mar 05, 2025 at 08:05 PM EST
Musk at Capitol Hill to discuss making DOGE cuts law with GOP lawmakers
Elon Musk visited Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet with GOP lawmakers to discuss making Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts law.
They reportedly discussed a budget rescission - an obscure tool that can be approved in the Senate by a simple majority vote, meaning Republicans can avoid a filibuster by Democrats.
Musk, who had never heard of the tool, was said to have been delighted, AP reports.
"He was so happy," said Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, the Republican chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, who is among those championing the effort. "He didn't know."
Mar 05, 2025 at 07:46 PM EST
Amy Coney Barrett reaction to Donald Trump walking by goes viral
Several social media users are commenting on Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's reaction to President Donald Trump at his joint address to Congress on Tuesday.
Barrett attended the joint address with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Elena Kagan and Brett Kavanaugh. It was Trump's first congressional address since starting his second presidential term.
Several posts on X focus on Barrett's facial expressions as Trump walked past the justices.
One user shared video of the reaction and wrote, "Maybe Amy Coney Barrett does have a soul." The post has been viewed over 500,000 times.
Mar 05, 2025 at 07:38 PM EST
Trump’s final ultimatum to Hamas after direct talks: ‘Last warning’
President Donald Trump issued a final ultimatum to Hamas on Wednesday after it was reported that U.S. officials engaged in "ongoing talks and discussions" with Hamas officials.
In a Truth Social post, Trump ordered Hamas to release the remaining hostages captured in the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. He said if those demands were not met, he would send Israel "everything it needs to finish the job."
"This is your last warning!" Trump wrote.
Trump's remarks come after the United States and Hamas spoke in the Qatari capital of Doha last month. It marked the first known direct engagement between the U.S. and the Palestinian militant group since the State Department designated it a foreign terrorist organization in 1997.
Trump sent a message to the people of Gaza on Wednesday, writing that, "A beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages. If you do, you are DEAD! Make a SMART decision. RELEASE THE HOSTAGES NOW, OR THERE WILL BE HELL TO PAY LATER!"
Read in full from Gabe Whisnant and Katherine Fung on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 07:17 PM EST
Trump orders D.C. mayor to ‘clean up’ homeless camps
President Donald Trump said he has ordered the Mayor of Washington, D.C., Muriel Bowser, to "clean up" the city's "unsightly homeless encampments."
Trump was specifically focused on the ones near the State Department, and the White House.
"If she is not capable of doing so, we will be forced to do it for her! Washington, D.C. must become CLEAN and SAFE! We want to be proud of our Great Capital again," he wrote on Truth Social.
"Thank you Mayor Bowser for your efforts on behalf of the Citizens of our Country. Hopefully you will be successful!"
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:56 PM EST
House Speaker’s chief of staff arrested on DUI charge last night, say police
House Speaker Mike Johnson's chief of staff was arrested on Tuesday night on suspicion on DUI after crashing into a police vehicle following Trump's address to Congress, police said,
U.S. Capitol police said Hayden Haynes was arrested after he "backed into a parked vehicle" at around midnight. He has since been released, AP reports.
A spokesperson for Johnson said he was "aware of the encounter that occurred last night involving his Chief of Staff and the Capitol Police."
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:50 PM EST
Trump says Democrats should ‘lose the Midterms’ for failing to stand or applaud during Congress speech
President Donald Trump has said that Democrats should "lose the Midterms" for failing to "stand, smile, or applaud" during his Congress speech.
Many Democrats had remained seated as Republicans rapturously applauded Trump as he discussed his executive orders and agenda for his second term. Some members even held up signs that read "false" when Trump was making certain claims.
On Wednesday, Trump posted on Truth Social, "The Democrats should lose the Midterms based on their behavior at last night's Joint Address to Congress. All Republicans must use their behavior on men in women's sports, their very dangerous Open Border policy, High Energy and Taxes, and much else."
Trump also urged Republicans to use footage of his Congress speech against Democrats.
"Republicans should utilize the footage provided on the total disrespect they showed to all of those that were honored that night, including young ladies who were killed by illegal migrants, people with terminal cancer, etc. They didn't even have the common courtesy to stand, smile, or applaud," he added.
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:43 PM EST
Appeals court unanimously allows Trump to fire special counsel
A federal appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump can proceed with the removal of the head of a government watchdog agency while legal challenges to the firing continue.
In a brief unsigned order issued Wednesday afternoon, the DC Circuit Court of Appeals granted the Trump administration's request to pause a lower court ruling that had declared Trump's dismissal of Hampton Dellinger, head of the Office of Special Counsel, unlawful.
The lower court had ruled that Dellinger was entitled to remain in his position, but the appeals court's decision now puts that ruling on hold.
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:26 PM EST
Trump meets eight former Hamas hostages at the White House
President Donald Trump met with eight hostages, who had been released by Hamas, at the White House on Wednesday.,
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump had listened "to their heartbreaking stories," and the hostages had thanked the president "for his steadfast efforts to bring all of the hostages home."
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:22 PM EST
Elon Musk suggest U.S. should privatize Postal Service, Amtrak: Report
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Trump ally Elon Musk has suggested the U.S. should privatize Amtrak and the U.S. Postal Service, NBC News reports.
Musk reportedly told a Morgan Stanley technology conference, via video link, that America should privatize "as much as possible."
The billionaire, who Trump said during his Congress speech was running DOGE, talked about using public transport overseas, then being disappointed when he returns to America.
"And we come back to America, like, Amtrak is a sad situation," he said. "If you're coming from another country, please don't use our national rail. It can leave you with a very bad impression of America.
"So, I just, I think we should prioritize anything that can be privatized."
China's impressive rail network and bullet trains are all state-run.
While Europe's interconnected railways, which are often praised as both fast and cheap, are a mix of state-owned and private run. Japan's railways are private.
Mar 05, 2025 at 06:05 PM EST
WATCH: Moment AOC confronts Eric Adams on ‘deal’ with DOJ in hearing
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:57 PM EST
OPINION: Rep. Biggs: Trump address to Congress nothing less than epic
Donald Trump delivered an epic joint address last night. It was great. One for the ages. His speech was inspirational, aspirational, hopeful, visionary, patriotic, and reminded the world what the United States of America is like when people who truly love our country and countrymen lead it.
Trump spoke of free speech and a restoration of the recognition of that right, which is under assault around the world. And in doing so he reminded Americans of our obligation to point the way in acknowledging the human rights of all people.
Trump, as always, in his inimitable way, called out the anti-Americans who now constitute the Democratic Party as being out of touch with the "common-sense revolution" that President Trump seeks to press. The hallmarks of this revolution are things like prohibiting boys and men in girls and women's sports.
Things like pro-gender transition propaganda in schools, mutilation of children, and claims that there are a myriad of sexes are out of favor in the age of common sense. Hallelujah.
Read in full from Republican congressman Andy Biggs, of Arizona, on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:44 PM EST
Sanctuary city hearing descends into chaos: ‘This is my right!’
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A congressional hearing on sanctuary cities descended into chaos amid a spat between Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, a Kentucky Republican, and Representative Ayanna Pressley, a Massachusetts Democrat.
Congressional Republicans on Wednesday led the session on sanctuary cities, which are municipalities that protect undocumented immigrants from deportation. Immigration remains one of the most divisive political issues and a key focus of President Donald Trump, who has implemented harsher border policies since his return to the White House in January.
There are more than 200 cities and counties across the U.S. that consider themselves sanctuaries, many of which face heightened scrutiny under the Trump administration.
During the hearing, Democratic mayors of these sanctuary cities, including Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, New York Mayor Eric Adams and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, faced questioning from Republican lawmakers, who generally oppose sanctuary cities.
Read in full from Andrew Stanton on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:37 PM EST
National Parks Service removes any reference to transgenderism on its websites
The National Parks Service has said it is removing any reference to transgender people from its websites.
The move comes after the services removed references to trans people from the Stonewall National Monument. The monument, in New York's Greenwich Village, honors the 1969 Stonewall riots which are widely regarded as the start of the American LGBTQ rights movement.
On Wednesday, the service told AP it's been removing references to transgender people on agency websites as part of Trump's executive order that calls for the federal government to define sex as only male or female.
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:30 PM EST
Trump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release hostages
Trump has issued what he called a "last warning" to Hamas to release all its remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza.
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:17 PM EST
Trump tariffs could raise tuck prices 25% ‘immediately’, Fox News says
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President Donald Trump's new 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are expected to significantly increase vehicle prices in the United States. These measures, aimed at addressing trade imbalances and protecting domestic industries, are anticipated to have immediate effects on both automakers and consumers.
The U.S. automotive industry relies heavily on an integrated North American supply chain, with parts and vehicles often crossing borders multiple times during production. The newly implemented tariffs disrupt this system, leading to increased manufacturing costs that are likely to be passed on to consumers.
According to reporting by Fox Business, analysts estimate that the tariffs could raise production costs by $4,000 to $10,000 per vehicle, depending on the model, with electric vehicles potentially experiencing even higher cost increases.
The tariffs directly impact vehicle imports from Canada and Mexico, which together account for nearly half of all U.S. imports and exports of motor vehicles and parts, according to data collected by the Cato Institute. This means that a significant portion of the American automotive market will face increased costs, potentially resulting in higher consumer prices.
Read in full from Ashley Parks on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 05:04 PM EST
Judge extends order blocking N.I.H. from cutting research funding
A federal judge said that the National Institutes of Health must continue to pause its planned cuts to medical and scientific research funding while a lawsuit from Democratic states, universities, and medical associations goes through the courts.
Judge Angel Kelley said her block was justified by the "chaos and confusion" that would occur if each state and college tried to challenge the new policy individually.
"Absent a nationwide injunction, institutions across the country will be forced to operate with the same uncertainty, resulting in the types of irreparable harm that a preliminary injunction is meant to prevent," she wrote.
Mar 05, 2025 at 04:53 PM EST
DOJ opens investigation into antisemitism at University of California
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into allegations of antisemitism at the University of California.
The investigation will determine if the campus allowed an "antisemitic hostile work environment" for Jewish faculty and staff in the wake of the October 7, 2023 attack in Israel - and Israel's retaliatory attacks on Palestine.
A series of pro-Palestinian protests were held at the university in response.
The University of California said that it was resolute in combating antisemitism and protecting everyone's rights, including the right to peaceful assembly.
"We want to be clear: the University of California is unwavering in in its commitment to combating antisemitism and protecting everyone's civil rights," a UC statement said.
Mar 05, 2025 at 04:45 PM EST
Amy Coney Barrett Sparks MAGA Fury Over Trump Supreme Court Decision
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Supporters of President Donald Trump turned their sights on Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett—and to a lesser extent, Chief Justice John Roberts—after they sided with the court's liberals in a ruling against the Trump administration on Wednesday.
The court currently has a 6-3 conservative supermajority, but both Barrett and Roberts have at times broken ranks and voted with the court's liberal wing in rulings that have infuriated the MAGA base.
The high court handed the U.S. president a significant setback when it ruled Wednesday that the Trump administration must abide by a lower court order to unfreeze $2 billion in foreign aid.
The aid was blocked after Trump signed an executive action his first day in office ordering the funding freeze while his administration scoured U.S. spending for what Trump and his allies characterize as "waste, fraud and abuse."
Read in full from Sonam Sheth on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 04:24 PM EST
Canadian Chamber of Commerce: ‘More eggs are being smuggled over Canada border than fentanyl’
Matthew Holmes, Executive Vice President of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, said today that Trump's claims that he's imposing tariffs due to the flow of fentanyl into the country are "highly questionable."
Holmes, who is also Chief of Public Policy at the Chamber, told Newsweek that "more eggs being smuggled into the U.S. from Canada right now than fentanyl."
Between October 2024 and February 2025, the field office at the Detroit-Windsor crossing recorded a 36 per cent increase in "interceptions of eggs," compared to the same time last year, the National Post reports.
Meanwhile, federal statistics show that border authorities seized just 43 pounds of fentanyl at the Canadian border, about 0.2% of the total amount seized coming into the U.S.
"As serious as combatting illegal fentanyl is, its link to these trade decisions is highly questionable," Holmes added.
"Tariffs and taxes on Americans will not make life more affordable. Trade will."
Mar 05, 2025 at 04:00 PM EST
Federal judge blocks Trump administration’s cuts to medical research funding
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's decision to cut medical research funding, a move that many scientists argue would endanger patients and result in job losses. The new policy from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) would strip hundreds of millions of dollars from research groups, impacting studies on critical diseases like Alzheimer's, cancer, and heart disease.
The cuts, which target indirect expenses related to clinical trials and basic lab research, faced opposition from 22 states and numerous organizations, including universities and hospitals. They filed lawsuits claiming that the cuts would cause "irreparable harm." U.S. District Judge Angel Kelley in Boston issued a preliminary injunction Wednesday, halting the cuts while legal proceedings continue.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:59 PM EST
Shares of US automakers also on the rise
Shares of U.S. carmakers also rose Wednesday after the tariff pause announcement.
Stellantis' stock had the biggest jump at 9 percent, while General Motors' is up about 7.3 percent and Ford's increased by 5.3 percent, after stocks at the big three dropped yesterday.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:57 PM EST
Stocks jump after Trump announces one-month delay of tariffs on car imports
Stocks have jumped after the White House announced a one-month delay of tariffs on car imports.
The S&P 500 rose by about 1.2 percent while the Nasdaq Composite index increased by 1.4 percent.
Both ticked up today after a two-day slump following Trump's confirmation that the 25 tariffs on Mexico and Canada would start on Tuesday.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:49 PM EST
Macron explores nuclear deterrent as U.S. support weakens
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to consult with European allies on the potential use of France's nuclear deterrent to safeguard the continent from Russian threats. This comes as U.S. support for European defense becomes less certain.
In a televised address, Macron emphasized Russia's growing threat to France and Europe, stating that the decision to use France's nuclear weapons would remain under his control. He also expressed hopes of persuading Trump to abandon his proposed 25% tariffs on European goods, signaling broader concerns about shifting international alliances.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:38 PM EST
Who is Congressman Al Green? Texas Democrat removed amid Trump speech
Representative Al Green, a Texas Democrat, was removed from the House chamber after disrupting President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night.
As Trump referenced his 2024 election victory, Green stood up, waved his cane and shouted, "You don't have a mandate."
Despite warnings from House Speaker Mike Johnson to maintain decorum, Green, 77, continued his protest, leading to his removal by the sergeant-at-arms amid cheers from Republican members.
Newsweek reached out to the White House for comment.
Read in full from Kate Nalapinksi on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:31 PM EST
CDC reverses termination notices for some probationary employees
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Emails were sent Tuesday to some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) probationary employees who received termination notices last month. The subject line read, "Read this e-mail immediately," and informed recipients that their February 15 termination notices had been rescinded. The email included an apology for any disruption caused.
Approximately 180 individuals received reinstatement notices, according to federal health officials who were briefed on the matter. However, it remains unclear how many of the affected employees returned to work on Wednesday.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:17 PM EST
Al Green removed from House: Who else has been told to leave?
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President Donald Trump's first address to Congress since he was re-elected was a high-drama moment in America's new government, not least because of Democratic Texas Representative Al Green's ejection from the joint session for heckling the president.
While Trump claimed during the joint session on Tuesday to have ended "all government censorship," Green was removed for shouting "You have no mandate" at the president, claiming Trump may intend to cut Medicaid.
House Speaker Mike Johnson intervened, calling for order in the chamber, before directing Green to be removed as the Texas Representative continued to shout.
Republicans have already begun moving to censure Green for the disruption, with different resolutions circulating for his remarks.
Read the full story by Tom Norton on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 03:02 PM EST
Macron says Europe ‘entering new era’ amid changing US stance on Ukraine
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French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Europe is "entering a new era" due to the shifting stance of the United States on Ukraine. In a live broadcast, Macron emphasized the importance of continued European support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.
He expressed concern that the U.S. has reduced its support for Ukraine, casting uncertainty on future involvement. Macron warned that if Europe remains passive in the face of Russia's threat, it would be a "folly."
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:49 PM EST
White House reacts to Its ‘dress code’ after Zelensky, Musk comparison
During Wednesday afternoon's press conference, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked about President Donald Trump administration's "dress code" after comparisons of the attire won by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and billionaire Trump ally Elon Musk.
Republicans have criticized Zelensky for not wearing a suit during his visit to the Oval Office on Friday—a common refrain conservative lawmakers have used during previous visits from the Ukrainian leader.
Meanwhile, Musk frequently wears his casual, "Dark MAGA" outfit at the White House. However, Musk wore a suit to Tuesday night's Trump address to Congress.
Fox News' Peter Doocy asked Leavitt on Wednesday, "Elon Musk never wears a suit in [the Oval Office]. So, what is the dress code?"
Leavitt responded, "Well, Elon Musk wore a suit last night."
Then Doocy quipped, "Was he spooked by Zelenskyy getting kicked out?"
Leavitt then replied, "No, I don't think so."
Read the full story by Gabe Whisnant and Jesus Mesa on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:36 PM EST
Manhattan federal judge reportedly denies NYC’s motion for restraining order on FEMA funds
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A Manhattan federal judge has reportedly denied New York City's motion for a temporary restraining order that would have required the Trump administration to return $80 million in federal FEMA aid.
The funds, intended for migrant assistance, were abruptly taken back by the federal government last month in what the city called a "money grab." The decision marks a setback for the city, which had sought to prevent the federal government from withholding the funds.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:25 PM EST
No one calling for mass deportations, GOP lawmaker tells ‘sanctuary’ mayors
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Republican Representative James Comer claimed Wednesday during a hearing on sanctuary city policies that he did not think "anyone is calling for mass deportations"
The Kentucky lawmaker was responding to Boston's Democratic Mayor Michelle Wu, who said at a House of Representatives committee hearing she supported immigration reform but not mass deportations.
"I must add I don't think anyone's calling for mass deportations," Comer said, with another participant heard saying: "Wait, what?"
President Donald Trump has openly called for the mass deportation of illegal immigrants, touting figures upward of 11 million people who could be removed from the country during his presidential election campaign and after his return to office.
As chair of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Comer invited four Democratic mayors to Capitol Hill for a hearing on their so-called sanctuary policies, which the GOP sees as blocking federal immigration enforcement.
Read in full from Dan Gooding on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:23 PM EST
Trump, Trudeau hold call on tariffs, with potential for selective reductions
In a 50-minute call between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Vice President JD Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick were involved, according to a senior Canadian official, The New York Times reported. The discussion centered on U.S. access to the Canadian dairy market.
While Trudeau is unwilling to lift retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, he is open to considering selective tariff reductions or removals if the U.S. decides to remove or lower tariffs on certain Canadian goods.
Lutnick and Canadian Finance Minister Dominic Leblanc are working on finding a compromise to de-escalate tensions. The official, who spoke anonymously, confirmed that ongoing negotiations are still in progress.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:22 PM EST
White House tells reporter it’s ‘disrespectful’ to ask what more Canada can do to stop tariffs
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt snapped at a reporter who asked about Trump's comments about his call with Justin Trudeau on Wednesday, and what else Canada can do to have the tariffs lifted.
Trump announced he was imposing 25% tariffs on trade partners Canada and Mexico on Tuesday. He claimed he was introducing the tariffs to stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States.
However, a reporter pointed out that less than 1% of all the fentanyl entering the U.S. had come across the northern border with Canada - a total of around 4lbs, or less than a carry-on suitcase.
When asked what else Canada could do to meet Trump's apparent goals on fentanyl when the amount was already so minimal, Leavitt appeared to become annoyed.
"It's not up to you, you're not the president," she snapped at the reporter.
She added it was "disrespectful" to the families in the U.S. who had lost relatives to fentanyl to even ask the question on trade.
"There needs to be consequences for that. Period."
Both Canada and China have suggested that Trump's claims that the tariffs were based on the flow of fentanyl was just a flimsy pretext for imposing the tariffs.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:05 PM EST
White House confirms ongoing talks with Hamas amid ceasefire uncertainty
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Wednesday that U.S. officials have been engaged in "ongoing talks and discussions" with Hamas representatives. This dialogue occurs as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire remains uncertain. While Leavitt did not disclose specifics about the discussions, she emphasized that such conversations align with former President Biden's commitment to pursuing what is in the best interest of the American people. Leavitt also noted that Israel had been consulted about the direct engagement with Hamas.
The talks were first reported by Axios earlier on Wednesday.
Mar 05, 2025 at 02:00 PM EST
White House reacts to its ‘dress code’ after Zelensky, Musk comparison
Republicans have criticized Zelensky for not wearing a suit during his visit to the Oval Office on Friday—a common refrain conservative lawmakers have used during previous visits from the Ukrainian leader.
Meanwhile, Trump ally Elon Musk frequently wears his casual "Dark MAGA" outfit at the White House. However, Musk wore a suit to Tuesday night's Trump address to Congress.
A reporter asked Leavitt, "Elon Musk never wears a suit in there. What is the dress code?"
Leavitt quipped, "He wore a suit last night...I think the president liked it very much."
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:53 PM EST
White House says pause came after Trump’s meeting with big 3 automakers
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that President Trump's decision to grant the pause came after he spoke with had spoken with representatives from GM, Ford, and Stellantis.
"Reciprocal tariffs will still go into effect on April 2, but at the request of the companies associated with USMCA, the president is giving them an exemption for one month so they are not at an economic disadvantage," she said at a Wednesday press conference.
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:45 PM EST
Trump confirms he’s grant one-month tariffs exemption for US automakers
Trump confirms he's grant one-month exemption for American automakers from the tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:43 PM EST
Ukraine official responds to reports China may join Russia’s war
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China is "too smart" to commit any of its military forces to Russia's war effort in eastern Ukraine, the chair of Ukraine's Foreign Affairs Committee has said.
Reports attributed to the National Resistance Center, run by Ukraine's special forces, suggested Chinese officials could consider supporting Russia's war effort in Moscow-controlled swathes of eastern Ukraine. The center's statement was later deleted.
Russia controls about a fifth of Ukrainian territory, including chunks—but not all—of the eastern Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia regions, which it said in fall 2022 it had annexed. Moscow also seized Crimea, the peninsula south of mainland Ukraine, from Kyiv in 2014.
"I don't believe it," Oleksandr Merezhko, the head of Ukraine's parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, told Newsweek on Wednesday, referring to the speculation that Beijing could step up its involvement with Russia in the annexed territories of Ukraine.
"China is very careful. They're very cautious," he added. "They're too smart for that—to make such a mistake."
Read in full from Ellie Cook on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:36 PM EST
Are US banks banned in Canada? What we know about Trump’s claim
In recent statements, President Donald Trump asserted that Canadian regulations prohibit U.S. banks from operating in Canada, a claim that has sparked confusion and controversy.
Despite Trump's claims, evidence from banking associations and Canadian governmental departments, as well as commentary from leaders and experts from both countries, contradict his assertions.
Trump's remarks about Canadian banking regulations highlight his ongoing concerns of trade imbalances. These comments are part of a larger narrative where Trump is utilizing tariffs, including a 25 percent tariff on Canadian imports, as a tool to address what he perceives as unfair trade practices, directly impacting U.S.-Canada economic relations.
On Tuesday, Trump posted on Truth Social, a social media platform owned by Trump Media & Technology Group, "Canada doesn't allow American Banks to do business in Canada, but their banks flood the American Market. Oh, that seems fair to me, doesn't it?"
Read in full from Claire Dickey on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:33 PM EST
Trump claims Trudeau is using tariffs ‘ to stay in power’
Donald Trump has blamed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Canadian imports on Tuesday, causing Canada to respond with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.
On Wednesday, Trudeau called Trump to try and address the tariffs issue, according to the American president.
However, the call ended without any agreement on raising the tariffs, and Trump even claimed Trudeau, who announced his voluntary resignation in January, was trying to "use this issue to stay in power."
"[Trudeau] called me to ask what could be done about Tariffs. I told him that many people have died from Fentanyl that came through the Borders of Canada and Mexico, and nothing has convinced me that it has stopped," Trump posted on Truth Social.
"He said that it's gotten better, but I said, "That's not good enough." The call ended in a "somewhat" friendly manner! He was unable to tell me when the Canadian Election is taking place, which made me curious, like, what's going on here? I then realized he is trying to use this issue to stay in power. Good luck Justin!"
Mar 05, 2025 at 01:10 PM EST
Democrat New York mayor praised by Republican lawmakers
Republican Rep. James Comer offered rare praise for a Democrat mayor as four city mayors testified before Congress to defend their sanctuary city statuses.
During the appearance before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Wednesday, New York Mayor Eric Adams said:
"To be clear: A 'sanctuary city' classification does not mean our city will ever be a safe haven for violent criminals.
"It also does not give New York City the authority to violate federal immigration laws. To the contrary, New York City will always comply with city, state, and federal laws, as it does now."
Comer then thanked Adams for considering working more closely with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Adams has been getting closer to the Trump administration recently amid his own legal troubles. The Democrat recently flew to Florida to meet with Trump, and has repeatedly publicly praised the president.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:57 PM EST
Trudeau insists on full tariff removal, rejects reduced compromise
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear he will not lift Canada's retaliatory tariffs on the United States unless President Donald Trump removes all U.S. tariffs on Canada. This position was confirmed by a senior government official, who stated that Trudeau and Trump are scheduled for a phone call to discuss the matter.
Trudeau's stance is supported by other Canadian officials, including Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who reiterated that Canada is not interested in a reduced tariff compromise. Instead, Canada demands the complete removal of tariffs.
The dispute follows Trump's imposition of 25% tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which immediately led to retaliatory tariffs from those countries. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that some sectors, like automobiles, could be exempt from these tariffs, but the broader issue remains unresolved.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that if the tariffs stay in place, the American and Canadian auto industries could face severe disruptions, with assembly lines potentially shutting down within days.
While Trudeau's tough stance has resonated with Canadians, political analysts suggest it could be a strategic move, as the Canadian public remains frustrated with Trump's policies.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:42 PM EST
Ten Chinese hackers charged in global cyberattack targeting U.S. agencies
The U.S. Justice Department announced charges against 10 Chinese hackers and two Chinese law enforcement officers for their involvement in a global hacking campaign. The Associated Press reported. The campaign targeted dissidents, news organizations, and U.S. agencies, including the U.S. Treasury Department, which confirmed a breach by Chinese actors last year.
The hackers worked for I-Soon, a company involved in a broader industry of private contractors in China that stole data to sell to the Chinese government. U.S. officials said the hacking operations were carried out under the direction of China's Ministry of Public Security, which selected targets for the intelligence-gathering operation.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:39 PM EST
Trump admin holding first ever direct talks with Hamas: Report
The Trump Administration is talking directly with Hamas over the release of U.S. hostages and a possible deal to end the war, Axios reported, citing two sources. The publication said its sources had direct knowledge of the discussions.
It would mark the first time the U.S. has engaged directly with Hamas, a designated terror organization. Axios reported that the talks are being held by Adam Boehler, the U.S. presidential envoy for hostage affairs.
Axios reported that Boehler met with Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar, in recent weeks and that the Trump Administration had consulted with Israel about engaging with the group.
Read in full from Shane Croucher on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:33 PM EST
Trudeau won’t lift Canada’s retaliatory tariffs, unless U.S. removes their tariffs: Report
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is not willing to lift Canada's retaliatory tariffs unless all tariffs are removed from Canada, AP reports.
"We're not interested in meeting in the middle and having some reduced tariff. Canada wants the tariffs removed," Canadian Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc told the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.
Trump imposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on Tuesday, which all immediately imposed retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., sending the markets into freefall.
There has since been discussion of softening the tariffs with certain carveouts.
However, Canada's stance indicates they will not accept any kind of tariff.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:27 PM EST
Trump cutting employees from Veterans Affairs: How many people impacted?
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is planning a major reorganization that includes cutting 80,000 jobs as part of an effort to scale back the agency's workforce, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press.
VA Chief of Staff Christopher Syrek informed top officials that the agency aims to reduce staffing levels to pre-2020 numbers, bringing the workforce back to just under 400,000 employees. This would require eliminating tens of thousands of positions that were added during the Biden administration, including those created to support veterans affected by burn pits under the 2022 PACT Act.
The memo directs senior staff to prepare for an agency-wide restructuring set for August, with a focus on "resizing and tailoring the workforce to align with the mission and revised structure." It also instructs VA leadership to collaborate with the White House's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to "move out aggressively, while taking a pragmatic and disciplined approach" to meeting the Trump administration's objectives.
Read the full story by Gabe Whisnant and Natalie Venegas on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:19 PM EST
Boston Mayor Wu calls for Trump’s border czar to be brought before Congress
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who is testifying about sanctuary cities alongside three other Democrat mayors, has called for Trump's border czar Tom Homan to also be brought before Congress.
Wu was asked about her criticism of Homan, who has vowed to bring "hell" to Boston.
"Shame on him for lying about my city — bring him here under oath, and let's ask him some questions," Wu said.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:12 PM EST
Trump administration considers one-month delay on auto tariffs
The Trump administration is weighing a one-month delay on newly imposed tariffs for automakers importing from Mexico and Canada, sources familiar with the discussions said Wednesday, per Bloomberg. The potential reprieve follows urgent pleas from industry leaders concerned about the tariffs' impact on car prices and supply chains.
Top executives from Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis met with administration officials Tuesday to discuss relief options, with another White House meeting set for Wednesday. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has hinted at possible exceptions, while trade adviser Peter Navarro declined to confirm whether exemptions were imminent.
Automakers warn that the 25% tariffs could drive up car prices by thousands of dollars and disrupt manufacturing. Industry leaders are pushing for exemptions for North American-made vehicles that meet USMCA trade deal rules. Ford CEO Jim Farley has been among the most outspoken, calling the tariffs "devastating" and a major blow to the industry.
The administration's decision could set up another deadline next month when Trump plans to implement further tariffs, including on auto imports, beginning April 2.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:07 PM EST
Iran takes lessons from Trump’s fight with Zelensky
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that the Trump administration has created a "chaotic atmosphere" after the U.S. president's fiery Oval Office meeting with Ukraine's leader, last week.
In an op-ed published on Wednesday in Iran's Ettela'at newspaper, Araghchi argued that the dispute exposed deep fractures within the global order and reinforced the dangers of relying on Washington for security.
Newsweek has reached out Araghchi and the White House for further comments via email.
Araghchi's remarks align with Iran's longstanding position that alliances with the U.S. are unreliable. His comments also support the Iranian supreme leader's stance against negotiations with Washington, with many Iranian hardliners pointing to the Trump-Zelensky confrontation as evidence of America's diplomatic instability.
Read the full story by Amir Daftari on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 12:06 PM EST
Sanctuary city mayors testify before Congress
Four Democrat city mayors are testifying before Congress to defend their sanctuary city statuses.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, are appearing before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Wednesday.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu — who are all Democrats — will field questions from the committee about their jurisdictions.
Wu told the hearing that Boston police work with state and federal law enforcement if an immigrant has a criminal warrant.
However, state law bars law enforcement from detaining migrants just for alleged civil immigration violations.
"This constant collaboration with state and federal law enforcement is a crucial part of making Boston the safest major city in the country," she said.
"A city that is scared is not a city that is safe. A land ruled by fear is not the land of the free," Wu said.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:55 AM EST
Greenland’s prime minister rejects Trump’s claim of U.S. acquisition
Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede firmly rejected President Donald Trump's assertion that the United States will acquire the territory "one way or another," stating that "Greenland is ours" and cannot be taken or bought.
Egede emphasized that Greenlanders are neither American nor Danish but have their own distinct identity. In a Facebook post written in Greenlandic and Danish on Wednesday, he stressed that Greenland's future will be determined by its people. His response came just hours after Trump directly appealed to Greenlanders in his speech to Congress.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:46 AM EST
Macron and Starmer may travel with Zelenskyy to Washington, says French spokesperson
French government spokesperson Sophie Primas stated on Wednesday that President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer may eventually travel to Washington alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
However, Primas clarified that no plans have been made yet. Meanwhile, Macron is scheduled to deliver a televised address to the French public later in the day, discussing what he described as the "great uncertainty" in global affairs.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:38 AM EST
Elon Musk suggests removing Zelensky to another country
Elon Musk called for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to be "offered amnesty" in another country, a suggestion that riled users on X, formerly Twitter.
Musk has echoed President Donald Trump's statements about Ukraine holding a presidential election.
On February 25, the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, passed a resolution affirming Zelensky's presidency and mandating that elections cannot be held during periods of martial law. It said that elections would be held "after comprehensive, just and sustainable peace is ensured on its territory."
In response to a post on X calling for Ukraine to hold elections and accusing Zelensky of "sending innocent Ukrainians to die in his meat grinder," Musk wrote, "True. As distasteful as it is, Zelensky should be offered some kind of amnesty in a neutral country in exchange for a peaceful transition back to democracy in Ukraine."
Musk received backlash for his post on X. In his replies, users criticized his use of "amnesty," which implies that Zelensky has committed a crime. X users also cited Ukraine's support for Zelensky, referencing his approval rating.
Read in full from Maya Mehrara on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:31 AM EST
Exclusive: Mysterious woman sitting next to Elon Musk during Trump’s speech identified
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The mysterious woman sitting next to Elon Musk during President Donald Trump's address to Congress has been identified by Newsweek as Heather Valentino.
Newsweek has reached out to Valentino via social media, and to Musk via X's press email for comment.
Trump delivered a record-breaking address to the joint session of Congress on Tuesday, his first since returning to the White House for his second term. Musk, a key Trump ally and the head of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), was in attendance. Seated next to him was an unidentified blonde woman who was seen chatting with Musk. Her presence quickly sparked speculation online, with many social media users questioning her identity.
During the address, Trump announced, "I have created the brand-new Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE." The room breaks into applause, and the camera then cuts to Elon Musk, who stands up. Behind him, Valentino next to him, stands and applauds Musk.
Trump then addressed Musk directly, saying, "Thank you, Elon. He's working very hard."
Read in full from Marni Rose McFall on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:21 AM EST
Mayor Michelle Wu brings newborn daughter to Congress amid immigration debate
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Mayor Michelle Wu, who gave birth to her third child, Mira, in January, brought her baby to a Congressional hearing on immigration policies. As Wu prepared for what is expected to be tough questioning from Republicans over Boston's policies limiting cooperation with immigration enforcement, she held Mira, dressed in a pink onesie, in her arms during the session.
Democrats showed their support for Wu and immigrant communities during the hearing. Rep. Delia Ramirez of Illinois addressed the economic contributions of immigrants in Illinois and Chicago, stressing that withholding federal funds from cities with such policies would be illegal. "Our communities will not be bullied into compliance with their illegal unconstitutional authoritarian agenda," Ramirez stated.
Mar 05, 2025 at 11:06 AM EST
Mexico president defiant against U.S. tariffs, threatens retaliation
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President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico expressed strong opposition to the Trump administration's latest tariffs, declaring in her morning news conference, "we will not submit."
Sheinbaum confirmed that she expects a phone call with President Trump on Thursday and warned that if the tariffs remain after the conversation, Mexico would announce retaliatory measures on Sunday.
The Mexican government has also organized a public demonstration in Mexico City against the tariffs. Sheinbaum emphasized the importance of defending Mexico's sovereignty, stating, "Between us all, we have to defend our sovereignty."
Mar 05, 2025 at 10:58 AM EST
Protesters outside House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing for Pete Marocco
A group of about a dozen protesters gathered outside a closed-door House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing for Pete Marocco, the Trump appointee responsible for significant changes in U.S. foreign assistance and at USAID.
Chanting slogans like "Marocco has blood on his hands, unfreeze aid now" and "Marocco has got to go," the demonstrators held signs reading "Marocco lies, people with AIDS die" and "Marocco has blood on his hands."
Marocco, who was delegated authority by Secretary of State Marco Rubio in February, has faced criticism from aid groups and officials for allegedly dismantling USAID, with some accusing him of intentionally undermining the organization's effectiveness.
Mar 05, 2025 at 10:47 AM EST
Democrats share heartbreaking letter from young migrant boy fearing ICE detention
In a powerful moment during an Oversight and Government Reform hearing on sanctuary cities, Democrats shared a letter from a young migrant boy, expressing his fear of being taken by ICE.
"If ICE takes me don't forget about me I will be in El Salvador. You're my best friend, the brother I never had. I cry every night thinking that they will come for me at school," the letter reads.
Congressman Gerry Connelly, Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee shared the letter during his opening remarks at the hearing.
"Children are afraid to go to school—one reportedly wrote a goodbye note to their friends, saying "If ICE takes me don't forget about me." The Trump Administration has sent Venezuelan immigrants to Guantanamo Bay and deported Asian asylum seekers to Panama, where many were placed in camps in forests near the Darien Gap," Connelly said.
Neighbors are disappearing. Kids—American and immigrant alike—are terrified of losing their parents. Families are being ripped apart. But cruelty is the point. And bringing hell to American cities is the plan," he added.
Mar 05, 2025 at 10:39 AM EST
Trump administration pulls controversial list of federal properties for sale
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On Tuesday, the Trump administration revealed a list of more than 440 federal properties, including high-profile buildings such as the FBI headquarters and the Department of Justice, that could potentially be sold, according to the New York Times.
However, by Wednesday morning, the entire inventory was taken down, replaced by a message from the General Services Administration (GSA) stating that the list was "coming soon." The GSA had already revised the list, removing about 100 properties, particularly from the Washington, D.C., area.
The plan, initially meant to save taxpayers millions by offloading "underutilized federal office space," sparked confusion and criticism from Democratic lawmakers and others concerned about its impact on government services.
Mar 05, 2025 at 10:21 AM EST
Trump offers Lenten wishes to Christians worldwide
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump extended their best wishes to Roman Catholics and Christians observing Lent, which began on Ash Wednesday. In a statement, the Trumps offered hopes for a "prayerful and enriching Lenten season" as Christians around the world begin 40 days of prayer and fasting.
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, with participants wearing ash crosses on their foreheads as a symbol of mortality.
In a 2020 interview with Religion News Service, Trump described himself as a nondenominational Christian, no longer identifying as Presbyterian.
Mar 05, 2025 at 10:09 AM EST
Schumer criticizes Trump’s tariff plan, calls it ‘unthought out’
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer slammed Trump's tariff proposals as "outrageous" and "unthought out" during an interview on CNN Wednesday.
Schumer warned that the tariffs, which target Canada, Mexico, and China, would increase costs for the average American family by $2,000. He accused Trump of using tariffs to fund tax breaks for the wealthy while cutting social programs like Medicaid and Social Security.
Schumer expressed confidence that Americans and many Republican senators would oppose the policy, calling it harmful to the public.
Mar 05, 2025 at 09:57 AM EST
Everything Donald Trump’s address said about Social Security
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President Donald Trump delivered a joint address to Congress on Tuesday, highlighting his achievements in the early weeks of his second term and outlining his plans for the next four years.
While covering a range of topics from domestic policy to foreign relations, his comments on Social Security were particularly notable. Trump announced that his administration is investigating fraud within the program, citing issues like unrealistic beneficiary ages and excessive spending.
He also proposed eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits for seniors, emphasizing that reducing fraud and waste would help balance the budget, lower inflation and strengthen the economy.
In 2025, an average of almost 69 million Americans per month will receive a Social Security benefit, according to the Social Security Administration, totaling about $1.6 trillion in benefits paid during the year. Social Security is a major source of income for most people over age 65. Trump's agenda could directly impact their financial security, and his words may signal changes that could either protect or challenge the benefits that many seniors, disabled individuals and others rely on.
During his joint address to Congress, Trump claimed his administration is investigating widespread fraud in the Social Security program, stating that government databases list millions of beneficiaries at improbable ages, including individuals over 160 years old.
Mar 05, 2025 at 09:43 AM EST
Panamanian president disputes Trump’s ‘reclaiming’ Panama Canal claim
Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino rejected Trump's assertion that the U.S. was "reclaiming" the Panama Canal.
In comments made Wednesday, Mulino called Trump's statement a lie, criticizing the suggestion that the U.S. had any current claim to the canal.
The dispute follows Trump's remarks to Congress about a deal involving the U.S. investment firm BlackRock, which recently announced it would purchase the majority of the $22.8 billion ports business of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison.
Mar 05, 2025 at 09:27 AM EST
Supreme Court rejects Trump administration’s bid to freeze foreign aid
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday against Trump's administration, rejecting its request to keep billions in foreign aid approved by Congress frozen.
The ruling, issued by a divided 5-4 vote, allows the release of the funds but does not specify when they must be disbursed, leaving room for the White House to continue disputing the matter in lower courts.
Mar 05, 2025 at 09:13 AM EST
Lutnick hints at carveouts for tariffs on Canada and Mexico
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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested Wednesday that President Donald Trump may consider exceptions to the 25% tariffs imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico, a potential shift after Tuesday's tax hike sent shockwaves through the stock market and triggered concerns of a trade war.
In an interview with Bloomberg Television, Lutnick said Trump would announce updates to the tariff plans later in the day, possibly sparing industries like autos from the higher taxes. "I think he's going to figure out, you do more, and I'll meet you in the middle in some way," Lutnick told Fox Business, signaling a potential retreat after markets reacted negatively to the tax increase.
The tariffs, which include a 25% tax on Canadian energy products and a doubled 20% tariff on Chinese imports, led to retaliatory measures by Canada and China, with Mexico expected to announce its own response on Sunday. The tariffs have also raised concerns among consumers, who fear the price increases could exacerbate inflation.
Trump, however, downplayed the economic impact, referring to the situation as "a little disturbance" and insisting that it would ultimately benefit U.S. farmers through reciprocal tariffs on countries that have imposed taxes on U.S. exports. "You have to bear with me again, and this will be even better," he said.
Mar 05, 2025 at 09:01 AM EST
Mayors to testify as Republicans target ‘sanctuary cities’
Mayors from Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York will testify before Congress on Wednesday as Republicans push back against "sanctuary cities," arguing they hinder federal immigration enforcement.
The House Oversight Committee, led by Rep. James Comer, has threatened to cut federal funding to cities that limit cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. A preview video released by Republicans frames sanctuary policies as a public safety risk.
Supporters of sanctuary policies argue they help build trust with immigrant communities, while opponents claim they protect individuals who are in the country illegally.
Mar 05, 2025 at 08:46 AM EST
Trump to announce new tariffs on Canada and Mexico today
Secretary Howard Lutnick told Bloomberg Television that President Donald Trump will announce new tariffs on Canada and Mexico this afternoon. According to Lutnick, the administration may lower tariffs on certain sectors, such as automobiles, while maintaining a 25% rate on others.
Mar 05, 2025 at 08:28 AM EST
Donald Trump faces new impeachment bid after speech to Congress
Texas Democrat Al Green has hit back at Donald Trump after he was kicked out of the president's joint address to Congress on Tuesday, saying that he is "working on" Articles of Impeachment against the president.
The new impeachment effort against Trump underscores the deep political divisions that remain in Washington. If impeachment articles were to pass the House, it would trigger yet another Senate trial, disrupting Trump's second term and potentially shaping the political narrative leading into the 2026 midterm elections.
Representative Al Green told reporters Tuesday: "I'm working on my articles of impeachment. This president is unfit. He should not hold the office—34 felony convictions, two times impeached," he said.
His remarks came after he was removed from the House chamber for repeatedly interrupting Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday, shouting, "He has no mandate."
As the president opened his speech by highlighting his electoral victory, Democrats jeered and booed in response. When Green refused to take his seat, Speaker Mike Johnson ordered the sergeant-at-arms to remove him. Meanwhile, Republican lawmakers taunted him with chants of "Hey Hey Hey Goodbye."
The removal of an elected official by the sergeant-at-arms during a joint address or State of the Union is virtually unprecedented in modern congressional history.
Read the full story by Martha McHardy on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 08:16 AM EST
Trump to speak with Trudeau after trade dispute escalates
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Trump is set to speak with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this morning, according to CNN.
The conversation comes a day after tensions between the two leaders escalated over a potential trade war.
Mar 05, 2025 at 08:02 AM EST
Greenland’s leader rejects Trump’s claim the U.S. will acquire island
Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede reaffirmed the island's independence Wednesday, declaring, "Greenland is ours" in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that the U.S. will acquire the territory "one way or another."
According to the Financial Times, Egede stressed that Greenlanders are neither American nor Danish but their own people, and their future will be decided by them alone. His statement came after Trump, in a speech to Congress, expressed support for Greenland's right to self-determination while also insisting the U.S. needs the island for "international world security."
Trump's comments have sparked backlash in Greenland, where next week's parliamentary elections have seen rising calls for full independence from Denmark. Denmark's foreign minister dismissed the idea of Greenland joining the U.S., emphasizing the importance of a free and fair election without outside interference.
Mar 05, 2025 at 07:49 AM EST
Republicans told to scrap town halls after avalanche of protests
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Republicans have been advised to scrap town halls after an avalanche of explosive protests rocked the party following cuts by President Donald Trump's administration.
Constituents have berated GOP lawmakers over cuts made by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly formed agency focused on slashing federal spending.
On Monday, Trump dismissed the town hall uproar as the work of "paid 'troublemakers.'" Many Republican leaders echoed this, claiming the protests were orchestrated by Democrats rather than genuine voter outrage over the cuts.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is urging Republican lawmakers to stop conducting in-person town halls as the GOP face angry crowds opposing the Trump administration's federal budget cuts.
Representative Richard Hudson, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee, also conveyed the message during a closed-door meeting with House Republicans, according to three sources who spoke anonymously to Politico about the private discussion.
"We've seen this movie before," Johnson said at a news conference.
"They're professional protesters," Johnson added. "So why would we give them a forum to do that right now?"
This aligns with the president's claims that the demonstrations are driven by paid activists.
Read the full story by Billal Rahman on Newsweek.
Mar 05, 2025 at 07:35 AM EST
US halts intelligence-sharing with Ukraine after aid suspension
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The United States has cut off intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, a move that could hinder Kyiv's ability to target Russian forces, according to officials familiar with the matter.
The decision follows the Trump administration's suspension of military aid to Ukraine on Monday and comes amid deteriorating relations between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
According to the Financial Times, U.S. intelligence support has been crucial for Ukraine in identifying and striking Russian military targets. While Washington has frozen direct intelligence channels with Kyiv, one official said the U.S. continues sharing intelligence on Russia and Ukraine with key allies, including the UK.
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