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Trump wants to kill $52.7 billion semiconductor chips subsidy law

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday U.S. lawmakers should get rid of a landmark 2022 bipartisan law to give $52.7 billion in subsidies for semiconductor

Trump wants to kill $52.7 billion semiconductor chips subsidy law
Political|US|World

Trump says he received letter from Zelenskiy saying Ukraine ready for dialogue

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Trump says he received letter from Zelenskiy saying Ukraine ready for dialogue
Economy|Political|US

Trump's address to Congress showed the country's stark partisan divide

A president’s address to Congress — even without the formal gloss of a State of the Union address — is typically a time for a call to national unity and predictable claims about the country being strong

Trump's address to Congress showed the country's stark partisan divide
Economy|Political|US

Washington, DC, to remove 'Black Lives Matter' painting from street near White House, mayor says

The nation's capital city will remove the large painting of the words “Black Lives Matter” on a street one block from the White House

Washington, DC, to remove 'Black Lives Matter' painting from street near White House, mayor says
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump to tell Congress he is working to end Ukraine war

U.S. President Donald Trump will tell the U.S.

Trump to tell Congress he is working to end Ukraine war
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Canadian official, who threatened to shut off oil to US, fires back after Trump's tariffs

After President Trump implemented 25 percent blanket tariffs on Canada, Justin Trudeau retaliated with targeted tariffs on US goods. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who has threatened to cut off oil to the United States over tariffs, discussed the ongoing trade dispute between the US and Canada with CNN's John Berman.

Canadian official, who threatened to shut off oil to US, fires back after Trump's tariffs
Americas|Economy|Political|US

Trudeau slams Trump for starting a trade war with Canada while appeasing Putin

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called U_S_ President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs “very dumb.”

Trudeau slams Trump for starting a trade war with Canada while appeasing Putin
Health|Political|US

Judge orders longer-term nationwide block on Trump orders on transgender youth health care

A federal judge has extended a nationwide block on President Donald Trump’s executive orders halting federal funding for providers of gender-affirming health care for transgender people under age 19

Judge orders longer-term nationwide block on Trump orders on transgender youth health care
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine willing to negotiate, Russia 'ready for peace'

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Trump says Ukraine willing to negotiate, Russia 'ready for peace'
Economy|Political|US

Trump gets poor marks on how he is handling the cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Just one in three Americans approve of President Donald Trump's handling of the cost of living in the U.S., a sign of unease as he enacts steep tariffs on imports

Trump gets poor marks on how he is handling the cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Political|Technology|US

Alphabet's Google urges US government to avoid breaking up firm, source says

Alphabet's Google met with President Donald Trump's government last week and urged them to back away from a push to break up the search engine company, according to a person familiar with

Alphabet's Google urges US government to avoid breaking up firm, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Nasdaq nears correction territory dragged down by trade tensions

U.S. stocks ended lower on Tuesday, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq veering near correction territory, as trade tensions escalated

Nasdaq nears correction territory dragged down by trade tensions
Crime|Election|Political|US

Trump’s Justice Department throws lifeline to GOP clerk in prison for 2020 election tampering

Trump’s Justice Department throws lifeline to GOP clerk in prison for 2020 election tampering

Trump’s Justice Department throws lifeline to GOP clerk in prison for 2020 election tampering
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Brent settles down, hit 6-month low on OPEC+ output rise, tariffs, Ukraine news

Oil prices swooned on Tuesday and settled close to to multi-month lows after reports of OPEC+ plans to proceed with output increases in April and news of U.S.

Brent settles down, hit 6-month low on OPEC+ output rise, tariffs, Ukraine news
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

‘They go into effect tomorrow’: Hear President Trump’s tariff announcement

US President Donald Trump told reporters during a White House press conference that Canada and Mexico had “no room” left to negotiate to avoid 25% tariffs.

‘They go into effect tomorrow’: Hear President Trump’s tariff announcement
Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political

Kazakh overproduction helped sway OPEC+ to approve output hike, sources say

As OPEC+ debated whether to keep oil output steady due to weak global demand or pump more in response to internal

Kazakh overproduction helped sway OPEC+ to approve output hike, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dow falls by almost 700 points after Trump’s tariffs threaten a dangerous trade war

Dow falls by almost 700 points after Trump’s tariffs threaten a dangerous trade war

Dow falls by almost 700 points after Trump’s tariffs threaten a dangerous trade war
Political|US

Government watchdog wants thousands of federal workers to be reinstated

A government watchdog wants more than 5,000 probationary employees to be reinstated at the U.S. Department of Agriculture

Government watchdog wants thousands of federal workers to be reinstated
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

PRESIDENT TRUMP'S 2025 ADDRESS TO CONGRESS (6aET)

President Trump delivers the first address of this second term to Congress - and the American people. Karin Caifa has a preview.

PRESIDENT TRUMP'S 2025 ADDRESS TO CONGRESS (6aET)
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What to watch during Trump’s address to Congress

What to watch during Trump’s address to Congress

What to watch during Trump’s address to Congress
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump's business ventures spark new conflict-of-interest concerns

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Trump's business ventures spark new conflict-of-interest concerns
Europe|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy calls Trump clash 'regrettable', says 'time to make things right'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday his clash with Donald Trump last week was "regrettable", that he was ready to work under the U.S. president's leadership to

Zelenskiy calls Trump clash 'regrettable', says 'time to make things right'
Europe|Political|US|World

Zelensky describes Oval Office meeting as ‘regrettable,’ says he is ready to negotiate peace

Zelensky describes Oval Office meeting as ‘regrettable,’ says he is ready to negotiate peace

Zelensky describes Oval Office meeting as ‘regrettable,’ says he is ready to negotiate peace
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fact check: Trump repeats false claim that Canada prohibits US banks

Fact check: Trump repeats false claim that Canada prohibits US banks

Fact check: Trump repeats false claim that Canada prohibits US banks
Europe|Political|US|World

US military aid pause is a blow to Ukraine, but it can sustain war effort for now

Washington's suspension of military assistance will not lead to a sudden collapse of Ukraine's defensive lines, but it could have a real impact on the

US military aid pause is a blow to Ukraine, but it can sustain war effort for now
Europe|Political|US|World

US PAUSES UKRAINE AID, DEVASTATING THE WAR-TORN ALLY (4aET)

Officials say peace concessions and an apology could convince Trump to lift a devastating pause on Ukraine aid.

US PAUSES UKRAINE AID, DEVASTATING THE WAR-TORN ALLY (4aET)
Europe|Political|US|World

How much aid have Ukraine's Western allies provided?

U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine following his clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy last week, a White House official said.

How much aid have Ukraine's Western allies provided?
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Arab summit draft communique adopts Egyptian plan for Gaza

An Arab summit draft communique on Tuesday adopted an Egyptian plan for Gaza's future and called on the international community and financial institutions to provide support for the

Arab summit draft communique adopts Egyptian plan for Gaza
Americas|Election|Europe|Political|World

On a cold northern island, a mantra rises: 'Greenland is not for sale'

Greenlanders have been pushed into the global spotlight in the weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland

On a cold northern island, a mantra rises: 'Greenland is not for sale'
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says pause of U.S. military aid to Ukraine is best hope for peace

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that pausing U.S. military aid to Ukraine would be the best contribution to the cause of peace, but cautioned that Russia needed to

Kremlin says pause of U.S. military aid to Ukraine is best hope for peace
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

China vows to ‘fight till the end’ as Trump escalates trade war

China vows to ‘fight till the end’ as Trump escalates trade war

China vows to ‘fight till the end’ as Trump escalates trade war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Evidence suggests Trump's cheap yuan comment is unfounded

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Evidence suggests Trump's cheap yuan comment is unfounded
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|US|World

Takeaways from AP's report on Greenlanders resisting Trump's talk of acquiring their homeland

Greenlanders have been pushed into the global spotlight in the weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland

Takeaways from AP's report on Greenlanders resisting Trump's talk of acquiring their homeland
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Dow tumbles 650 points as Trump confirms tariffs on Mexico and Canada will start Tuesday

Dow tumbles 650 points as Trump confirms tariffs on Mexico and Canada will start Tuesday

Dow tumbles 650 points as Trump confirms tariffs on Mexico and Canada will start Tuesday
Political|US|World

Jeff Zeleny calls Trump pause of military aid to Ukraine a ‘deep blow’

President Donald Trump is ordering military aid to Ukraine to be paused after his Oval Office spat with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, a White House official told CNN. CNN Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny and CNN Pentagon Correspondent Oren Liebermann report.

Jeff Zeleny calls Trump pause of military aid to Ukraine a ‘deep blow’
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office argument with Zelensky, White House official says

Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office argument with Zelensky, White House official says

Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office argument with Zelensky, White House official says
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|US

The five cryptocurrencies Trump wants the US to hold in reserve

U.S. President Donald Trump has named five cryptocurrencies he wants to be part of a new strategic reserve - in other words, crypto holdings owned by the U.S. government.

The five cryptocurrencies Trump wants the US to hold in reserve
Election|Political|US|World

How Trump's history with Russia and Ukraine set the stage for a blowup with Zelenskyy

As his White House meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart devolved into a stunning blowup, President Donald Trump leaned on a familiar refrain to explain his unique kinship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin

How Trump's history with Russia and Ukraine set the stage for a blowup with Zelenskyy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street hit by Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Wall Street's main stock indexes tumbled late Monday to end sharply lower after President Donald Trump announced the start of 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

Wall Street hit by Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico
Crime|Political|US

Trump’s White House has taken over the Justice Department’s PR strategy

Trump’s White House has taken over the Justice Department’s PR strategy

Trump’s White House has taken over the Justice Department’s PR strategy
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Giant chipmaker TSMC to spend $100B to expand chip manufacturing in US, Trump announces

Chip giant Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. plans to invest an additional $100 billion in the United States, President Donald Trump announced Monday as he appeared with the company’s head at the White House

Giant chipmaker TSMC to spend $100B to expand chip manufacturing in US, Trump announces
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump continues to seethe at Zelensky as national security team gathers to discuss what’s next on Ukraine

Trump continues to seethe at Zelensky as national security team gathers to discuss what’s next on Ukraine

Trump continues to seethe at Zelensky as national security team gathers to discuss what’s next on Ukraine
Election|Political|US

Trump’s speech to Congress will be an explanation of his fast-paced first days in office

Trump’s speech to Congress will be an explanation of his fast-paced first days in office

Trump’s speech to Congress will be an explanation of his fast-paced first days in office
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump announces Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC to invest $100 billion in US manufacturing

Trump announces Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC to invest $100 billion in US manufacturing

Trump announces Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC to invest $100 billion in US manufacturing
Europe|Political|US|World

Without US help, Zelenskyy has few options except to repair his relationship with the White House

Ukraine’s president has few options after last week’s astonishing Oval Office row with U.S. President Donald Trump, who berated the wartime leader

Without US help, Zelenskyy has few options except to repair his relationship with the White House
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology|US

Bitcoin falters as optimism wanes on Trump's crypto reserve plan

Bitcoin backpedaled on Monday after an early rise following U.S.

Bitcoin falters as optimism wanes on Trump's crypto reserve plan
Europe|Political|US|World

Starmer and Macron step up to shape European security as Trump roils relations

The leaders of Britain and France are spearheading a desperate diplomatic drive to shore up Europe’s security, bolster Ukraine’s defenses and ensure the Trump administration doesn’t seek a ceasefire on terms that reward Moscow for invading its neighbor

Starmer and Macron step up to shape European security as Trump roils relations
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Zelenskiy made 'worst statement' about Ukraine war

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday over comments he made that a deal to end the war with Russia was not near.

Trump says Zelenskiy made 'worst statement' about Ukraine war
Election|Political|US

Who sits where at Trump’s joint session address: A visual guide

Who sits where at Trump’s joint session address: A visual guide

Who sits where at Trump’s joint session address: A visual guide
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump sends crypto prices on a short-lived surge after announcement of strategic government reserve

Cryptocurrency prices briefly jumped after President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement he wants the U.S. government to purchase and hold a variety of digital assets in a strategic reserve fund, an announcement that highlights Trump’s growing attempts to use volatile cryptocurrency prices as a barometer of his public support

Trump sends crypto prices on a short-lived surge after announcement of strategic government reserve
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says end of war with Russia is 'very, very far away'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a deal to end the war between Ukraine and Russia “is still very, very far away."

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says end of war with Russia is 'very, very far away'
Americas|Political|US|World

The pace of Trump’s deportation flights is so far similar to Biden’s

The pace of Trump’s deportation flights is so far similar to Biden’s

The pace of Trump’s deportation flights is so far similar to Biden’s
Americas|Political|US|World

America’s designs on annexing Canada have a long history − and record of political failures

Trump is not the first American leader to dream of northern expansion. History suggests these designs reveal simmering divisions inside the United States.

America’s designs on annexing Canada have a long history − and record of political failures
Economy|Political|US

Trump's speech to Congress comes as he wields vast power almost daring lawmakers, courts to stop him

President Donald Trump is heading to Capitol Hill this week to deliver a speech to Congress

Trump's speech to Congress comes as he wields vast power almost daring lawmakers, courts to stop him
Europe|Political|US|World

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump insists Putin wants peace. But the war is raging – and Ukrainian civilians are dying

Trump insists Putin wants peace. But the war is raging – and Ukrainian civilians are dying

Trump insists Putin wants peace. But the war is raging – and Ukrainian civilians are dying
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe keeps trying with Trump on Ukraine and security despite Zelenskiy clash

Even as they have rallied to Volodymyr Zelenskiy's side after his Oval Office clash with Donald Trump, European leaders' approach to the war in

Europe keeps trying with Trump on Ukraine and security despite Zelenskiy clash
Economy|Political|US

US Congress nowhere close to deal to avert shutdown ahead of March 14 deadline

With less than two weeks to go before a March 14 deadline, Republicans and Democrats in the U.S.

US Congress nowhere close to deal to avert shutdown ahead of March 14 deadline
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says someone needs to force Zelenskiy to make peace after clash with Trump

The Kremlin said on Monday that someone would have to force Volodymyr Zelenskiy to make peace and that the Ukrainian leader's public clash

Kremlin says someone needs to force Zelenskiy to make peace after clash with Trump
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine international bonds tumble after Trump-Zelenskiy clash

Ukraine's international bonds tumbled to their lowest level in more than a month on Monday after the clash between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S

Ukraine international bonds tumble after Trump-Zelenskiy clash
Political|US

Supreme Court justices tread carefully as collision with Trump looms

Supreme Court justices tread carefully as collision with Trump looms

Supreme Court justices tread carefully as collision with Trump looms
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump flags crypto reserve, mum on funding

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

Trump flags crypto reserve, mum on funding
Europe|Political|US|World

The only ‘winner’ here is Putin: Ukraine unites in response to Trump-Zelenskyy spat and resigns itself to new reality

A fractious meeting in Washington has left Ukrainians wondering what will become of relations with the US.

The only ‘winner’ here is Putin: Ukraine unites in response to Trump-Zelenskyy spat and resigns itself to new reality
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he can salvage relationship with US

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he believed he could salvage his relationship with U.S.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he can salvage relationship with US
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US

Trump names cryptocurrencies in strategic reserve, sending prices up

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Trump names cryptocurrencies in strategic reserve, sending prices up
Opinion|Political|US

How Trump’s compulsion to dominate sabotages dealmaking, undermines democracy and threatens global stability

Trump’s angry outburst at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy illustrated why authoritarians are lousy dealmakers, particularly when autocratic instincts are exacerbated by toxic masculinity.

How Trump’s compulsion to dominate sabotages dealmaking, undermines democracy and threatens global stability
Europe|Political|US|World

UK's Starmer says Europe is at ‘crossroads in history’ as leaders agree to steps to Ukraine peace

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rallied his European counterparts to shore up their borders and throw their full weight behind Ukraine as he announced outlines of a plan to end Russia’s war

UK's Starmer says Europe is at ‘crossroads in history’ as leaders agree to steps to Ukraine peace
Europe|Political|US|World

Following Trump's lead, his allies criticize Ukraine's Zelenskyy and suggest he may need to resign

President Donald Trump’s senior aides and allies are criticizing Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Following Trump's lead, his allies criticize Ukraine's Zelenskyy and suggest he may need to resign
Europe|Political|US|World

The Latest: Britain's Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself as world leaders met in London to discuss working together to stop Russia’s war in Ukraine

The Latest: Britain's Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump allies pressure Zelenskiy to change course or resign

Top Republicans aligned with U.S.

Trump allies pressure Zelenskiy to change course or resign
Election|Political|US

New poll shows where Trump stands with Americans

Pollster and communication strategist Frank Luntz joins CNN’s Jessica Dean to discuss a poll that shows where Trump stands with Americans one month into Trump’s second presidential term.

New poll shows where Trump stands with Americans
Political|US

Crowds protest near Vermont ski resort where JD Vance planned vacation with family

Crowds protesting Vice President JD Vance the day after an Oval Office blowout over Ukraine lined roadways Saturday near a Vermont ski resort where he planned to vacation with his family

Crowds protest near Vermont ski resort where JD Vance planned vacation with family
Europe|Political|US

White House amplifies rave reviews for Trump’s handling of Zelensky showdown as Europe rallies around Ukraine

White House amplifies rave reviews for Trump’s handling of Zelensky showdown as Europe rallies around Ukraine

White House amplifies rave reviews for Trump’s handling of Zelensky showdown as Europe rallies around Ukraine
Election|Political|US

Democrats face fresh test over how to counter Trump’s joint address

Democrats face fresh test over how to counter Trump’s joint address

Democrats face fresh test over how to counter Trump’s joint address