Lutnick: ‘We anticipate that a 10 percent standard tariff will remain for the foreseeable future’
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated on Sunday that the U.S. anticipates “10% baseline tariffs to be in place for the foreseeable future” for various countries amid ongoing trade tensions. “We expect a 10% baseline tariff to remain in effect,” Lutnick mentioned during an interview with CNN’s Dana Bash on “State of the Union.” He added, […]
DHS states that arrests remain a possibility following New Jersey House Democrats’ protest at the ICE facility.
Controversial Visit to ICE Detention Center by New Jersey Democrats A group of New Jersey House Democrats is facing scrutiny for their visit to an Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility. Representatives Ramonica McQuiver, Bonnie Watson Coleman, and Robert Menendez reportedly had a confrontation at the Delaney Hall Detention Center, where authorities claim that an […]
Vance parts ways with hardliners, states U.S. should remain uninvolved in the India–Pakistan conflict.
Vice President JD Vance stated that the U.S. is unlikely to get involved in the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, asserting that it’s “basically none of our business.” He expressed this view during an interview on “The Story” with Martha McCollum on Thursday. Vance emphasized, “We cannot control these countries. We’re basically not going […]
I can allow air traffic controllers to remain until 60 and support increasing the retirement age to 65.
During a discussion on Fox News Channel’s “Hannity,” Transport Secretary Shawn Duffy mentioned a proposal to raise the retirement age for air traffic controllers from the current 56 to 65 years old. Host Sean Hannity raised a concern, noting the pressing nature of the situation. He asked if controllers, who must retire in their 50s, […]
Stock futures remain steady after strong gains from the U.S.-UK trade agreement framework: Live updates
A trader is seen on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as of February 13, 2025. Futures for inventory are expected to hover near the flatline on Thursday. Investors are optimistic that the framework for the US-UK trade agreement could signal future advancements. Futures associated with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by […]
Mortgage rates remain steady at 6.76%
Mortgage rates held steady this week, according to Freddie Mac. Freddie Mac’s recent primary mortgage market survey, published Thursday, indicated that the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage remained unchanged from last week at 6.76%. A year ago, this rate was at 7.09%. Is the U.S. housing market favorable for buyers? Sam Carter, Freddie […]
Pakistan and India remain alert due to airport closures and security exercises in major cities.
Tensions escalated between India and Pakistan on Thursday, leading to airport closures and heightened security measures in key border cities. This response came after warnings indicated it might be retaliatory following a military strike reported the previous day. In a late-night address on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif declared his intent to seek revenge for […]
Stock futures remain mostly stable after the S&P 500 sees its first gain in three days following the Fed’s decision.
On May 7, 2025, traders were busy on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as they tuned in to a press conference led by US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell following the Fed’s rate announcement. Wednesday evening saw little change in the Federal Reserve system as it decided to keep interest rates […]
Bret Weinstein Shares His Thoughts on Who Wants the COVID Vaccine to Remain on the US Schedule
Biologist Brett Weinstein shared his views with Tucker Carlson on Wednesday, suggesting that the decision to keep the Covid-19 vaccine on the U.S. vaccination schedule might be influenced by the White House. In February 2023, the CDC revealed plans to include the Covid-19 vaccine in its schedule for children, teens, and adults. During an appearance […]
Canada’s Prime Minister’s assertive stance manages to keep Trump away while both sides remain composed.
During a meeting in the Oval Office, Donald Trump faced two notable tensions with newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. This was a significant moment as it marked the first time Trump had met a prime minister who had campaigned against him. The atmosphere was charged, but both leaders attempted to remain cordial. Trump […]