How tiny Lesotho ended up with the highest U.S. tariffs in the world
JOHANNESBURG — If you have ever bought a pair of jeans from an American brand like Levi’s or Wrangler, chances are they were manufactured at a factory…
Europe and Canada say they’ll spend more on defense, but are cool on U.S. demands
BRUSSELS — European NATO allies and Canada on Friday said they are willing to ramp up defense spending but are cool on American demands for the size…
At Leisure World, they’re up in arms, crying ‘hands off’ Social Security
Memo to President Trump and Elon Musk:If you keep messing with Social Security, Seal Beach Leisure World is coming for you.Members of two groups, Seniors…
California, other states sue Trump administration to block order on voting overhaul
California and a coalition of other states sued President Trump and his administration Thursday over his recent executive order purporting to radically reshape voting rules…
Contributor: We do need some tariffs, applied strategically and predictably
Whenever the subject of trade comes up, many right-leaning free traders and left-leaning neoliberals alike trot out the same talking point: “The economists all agree…
Confusion reigns as Trump rolls out sweeping tariffs
The wide-ranging new tariffs announced by President Trump on Wednesday represent the biggest change to global trade in a century, prompting urgent questions about how…
Top senator criticizes Pentagon on possible troop reductions in Europe
WASHINGTON — The chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee criticized Pentagon “mid-level” leadership for what he said Thursday was a misguided plan to reduce the number…
Preparing tariff retaliation, U.S. allies say Trump will ‘buckle under pressure’
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is facing global blowback after announcing a dramatic series of tariffs on countries around the world, with U.S. adversaries and allies alike…
Consumers rush to buy cars ahead of 25% auto tariffs
After getting into a car accident last month, Debbie Boyd held out hope that her Chevy Volt could be repaired.But the car was declared a…
Trump’s tariff strategy is a surefire loser
At this writing, President Trump plans to impose sweeping new tariffs on imports from around the world. We’re told that “Liberation Day” tariffs will raise…
Former federal health chief Xavier Becerra announces run for California governor
Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra announced Wednesday that he is running for governor, joining a crowded field of Democrats hoping…
Markets brace for impact, and hope for clarity, with Trump tariff plan
WASHINGTON — Markets and foreign capitals have braced themselves for a broad set of tariffs from President Trump on Wednesday, anxious for details on a dramatic shift…
Trump’s pick for Joint Chiefs chairman vows to be apolitical, addresses Signal chat
WASHINGTON — President Trump’s nominee to become the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine, told senators Tuesday…
Trump-loving network Newsmax is a hot stock on Wall Street
Conservative cable news channel Newsmax is getting a Trump bump on Wall Street.The Boca Raton, Fla., outlet‘s stock price surged after its initial public offering…
Prosecutors directed to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione in CEO’s killing
NEW YORK — U.S. Atty. Gen. Pam Bondi said Tuesday she has directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of…
A Trump bid for a third term could set off legal battles in states nationwide
WASHINGTON — In a private meeting at a global summit in Buenos Aires in 2018, China’s president, Xi Jinping, turned to President Trump and said it was…
Musk-funded group spends big in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Elon Musk and his political operatives have tried to shape the closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race in ways that are not immediately…
Justice Department instructed to dismiss legal challenge to Georgia election law
ATLANTA — U.S. Atty. Gen. Pam Bondi on Monday instructed the Justice Department to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a sweeping election overhaul that Georgia Republican lawmakers passed…
U.S. Naval Academy ends affirmative action in admissions
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The U.S. Naval Academy will no longer consider race, ethnicity or sex as a factor for admission to the service institution, according to federal…
Danish official rebukes Trump administration for criticizing Denmark, Greenland
NUUK, Greenland — The Danish foreign minister Saturday scolded the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, saying his country is already investing more…