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As Donald Trump reasserts his influence on U.S. policy and global affairs, America finds itself at a crossroads. America Under Trump is a deep-dive series by EconoTimes, analyzing the sweeping economic, social, and geopolitical shifts under his leadership. From trade wars and tax reforms to foreign policy and domestic unrest, this series explores the impact of Trump's decisions on markets, businesses, and everyday citizens. Through expert analysis, data-driven insights, and exclusive commentary, we unpack the lasting effects of Trump’s governance on the future of America and the world.

US under Trump Series

Marsha Blackburn’s Bold Proposal: ‘Freeze Federal Salaries Until Elon Musk Fixes Washington!’ Sparks Intense Debate Over Reform

Nov 27, 2024 05:34 am UTC| Politics

Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) announced plans to introduce sweeping legislation aimed at freezing all federal salaries and halting hiring until recommendations from the Department of Government Efficiency (DGE) are...

US under Trump Series

Shocking Poll: ‘Majority of Young Americans Now View Trump Favorably!’ Experts Call It a Political Earthquake

Nov 27, 2024 05:31 am UTC| Politics

A recent YouGov poll reveals a surprising shift in political attitudes among Americans aged 18-29, with a majority now holding a favorable view of Donald Trump. This development marks a significant departure from...

US under Trump Series

Trump’s Border Plan Sparks Heated Reactions: 'Tom Homan Promises Swift Action to ‘Finish the Wall’ Starting Jan. 20

Nov 27, 2024 05:29 am UTC| Politics

Tom Homan, the newly appointed Border Czar under President-elect Donald Trump, has revealed that preparations for Trumps controversial border plan are well underway. In a recent statement, Homan emphasized that the...

US under Trump Series

Trump’s Transition Sparks Controversy: 'Refusing Taxpayer Funding is Just Another Stunt,' Critics Say Amid Policy Push

Nov 27, 2024 05:26 am UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trumps transition team has announced it will forego taxpayer funding for costs associated with the upcoming transition process, remaining consistent with his stated commitment to save taxpayers...

US under Trump Series

Missouri Judge Upholds Gender-Affirming Care Ban: 'Children Need Protection, Not Procedures,' Critics Slam Controversial Ruling

Nov 27, 2024 05:24 am UTC| Politics

A Missouri judge has upheld the states contentious ban on gender-affirming care for minors, ruling in favor of the law that prohibits the use of puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries for individuals under the...

US under Trump Series

Border Czar Declares War on Sanctuary Cities: 'Denver Mayor Could Face Jail Time Over Immigration Standoff!'

Nov 27, 2024 05:21 am UTC| Politics

In a fiery statement that has ignited political tensions, Border Czar Tom Homan has signaled his willingness to jail Denver Mayor Mike Johnston over the citys sanctuary policies. Homans remarks come as Denver remains...

US under Trump Series

Trump’s Florida Documents Case Dropped: '1st Circuit Decision Stuns Critics and Sparks New Legal Debates'

Nov 27, 2024 05:17 am UTC| Politics

In a significant legal development, the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals has agreed to dismiss the Florida documents case involving President-elect Donald Trump. The decision, announced Tuesday, marks a pivotal moment in the...

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Economy

China's Trade Surplus Shrinks Sharply in March Amid AI Import Surge and Export Slowdown

Chinas trade balance dropped significantly in March, falling well below market expectations as a surge in imports collided with weaker-than-anticipated export growth. Official customs data revealed a trade surplus of...

Australian Business Confidence Crashes Amid Iran War Oil Shock

Australian business confidence suffered one of its steepest monthly declines on record last month, as the ongoing conflict involving Iran triggered a severe global oil shock that rattled markets and spooked company...

RBA's Hauser Flags Uncertainty on Rate Settings Amid Iran War Economic Risks

Australias central bank is treading carefully on monetary policy, with Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser admitting he lacks full confidence that current interest rates are calibrated correctly...

U.S.-Iran Tensions Rattle Asian Markets as Oil Surges Past $100

Asian stock markets declined sharply on Monday after weekend diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran collapsed without agreement, prompting Washington to announce plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. The...

Dollar Holds Steady Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions and BOJ Rate Hike Uncertainty

The U.S. dollar remained largely flat on Tuesday as currency markets balanced geopolitical risks from escalating U.S.-Iran tensions against hopes for renewed diplomatic progress. The dollar index edged up just 0.04% to...

Politics

NYC Protests Demand End to U.S. Arms Sales to Israel, Dozens Detained

Dozens of demonstrators were arrested in New York City on Monday during widespread protests calling for the United States to halt arms sales to Israel and withdraw its military support for the country. The antiwar...

Trump Nominates Korean-American Michelle Steel as U.S. Ambassador to South Korea

Donald Trump has nominated Michelle Steel, a former Republican congresswoman from California, to serve as the United States ambassador to South Korea a diplomatic post that has remained vacant throughout his second term...

Prince Harry and Meghan Return to Australia for Mental Health and Veterans-Focused Tour

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have touched down in Australia for a four-day visit centered on mental health awareness, community resilience, and support for military veterans and their families....

North Korea Tests Missiles From New Destroyer Under Kim Jong Un's Watch

North Korea has conducted fresh missile tests from its newest warship, the Choe Hyon destroyer, as part of ongoing operational trials observed by leader Kim Jong Un and top military officials. State media outlet KCNA...

Carney's Liberals Clinch Parliamentary Majority After Ontario and Quebec By-Elections

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a parliamentary majority for his Liberal government following three special by-elections held Monday in Ontario and Quebec, CBC News reported. The milestone victory gives...

Science

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

NASA's Artemis II Mission: First Crewed Lunar Journey Since Apollo

NASA's Artemis II Crew Arrives in Florida for Historic Moon Mission

The four astronauts chosen for NASAs Artemis II mission have touched down at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the beginning of final launch preparations for the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. NASA...

SpaceX Pivots Toward Moon City as Musk Reframes Long-Term Space Vision

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed a significant shift in the companys near-term space exploration strategy, announcing that SpaceX is now prioritizing the development of a self-growing city on the Moon rather than focusing...

Technology

SK Hynix Shares Hit Record High Amid AI Memory Demand Surge

SK Hynix shares soared to an all-time high on Tuesday, riding a wave of renewed investor confidence in artificial intelligence infrastructure and fresh momentum from developments tied to fellow memory chipmaker SanDisk....

Amazon in Advanced Talks to Acquire Globalstar in Starlink Rivalry Move

Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire satellite operator Globalstar Inc (NASDAQ: GSAT), marking a bold strategic push by the tech giant to challenge SpaceXs dominant Starlink...

Anthropic Discusses Frontier AI Model Mythos With Trump Administration Despite Pentagon Ban

Anthropic is actively engaging with the Trump administration about its latest frontier AI model, Mythos, even as the company navigates an ongoing dispute with the Pentagon, co-founder Jack Clark revealed Monday at the...

AI Deradicalization Tools: How Chatbots Could Help Combat Violent Extremism Online

As artificial intelligence platforms become more deeply embedded in daily life, concerns about their role in enabling dangerous behavior continue to grow. A New Zealand startup is now developing a groundbreaking tool that...

Meta Is Building an AI Version of Mark Zuckerberg to Interact With Employees

Meta Platforms is reportedly developing a photorealistic artificial intelligence version of its CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, designed to engage directly with employees on his behalf. According to the Financial Times, which cited...