President Trump mentioned he’ll announce 25 % tariffs on metal and aluminum on Monday, including that he would additionally kick off reciprocal tariffs within the days after.
Trump mentioned that the metal and aluminum tariffs would influence “everybody” when requested what international locations could be effected.
The Senate returns late this afternoon, when Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination for director of nationwide intelligence comes up for a procedural vote. Considered one of Trump’s most controversial nominees, she managed final week to advance out of committee on a party-line vote.
In the meantime, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) continues to barter with Home and Senate Republicans to attempt to attain a deal to fund the federal government previous the March 14 deadline and enact Trump’s priorities. The Senate can be working by way of Trump’s cupboard nominations.
And do not miss The Hill’s three-part “Future of Energy” collection, kicking off with reporting by Rachel Frazin about how falling prices drive the USA towards inexperienced vitality — at the same time as political tides shift.
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