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Trump’s tariff plans escalate trade tensions again

Trump’s tariff plans escalate trade tensions amid ongoing economic challenges.

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7 months ago

February 11, 2025

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Trump’s tariff plans escalate trade tensions amid ongoing economic challenges.

President Trump’s latest economic approach is moving beyond the Federal Reserve, focusing instead on tariffs, restrained rate cuts, and efforts to curb wasteful spending.

This strategy has the potential to lower borrowing costs in ways that monetary policy alone cannot—offering either a masterstroke in economic management or a massive error with unintended consequences.

By avoiding direct pressure on the Fed to cut rates, Trump and key financial figures like Scott Bessent are betting on fiscal policy to influence markets. Tariffs and spending reforms could help stabilise the economy, but they also risk slowing growth if implemented too aggressively.

Trade war narratives persist largely because markets remain resilient.

However, outside of tensions at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders, Trump does not appear eager to engage in aggressive economic moves against China or Europe—at least for now.

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Charlie Kirk’s legacy reshaping US conservatism

“Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.”

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3 hours ago

September 16, 2025

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Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.

Charlie Kirk transformed the Republican grassroots movement by fusing social media reach with in-person activism, turning Turning Point USA into a cultural and political force.

His bold campus debates, viral online presence, and close alliance with Donald Trump energised young conservatives and boosted GOP turnout.

With his assassination, questions now loom over who can continue his unique blend of digital influence and grassroots organising.

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Vance vows crackdown after Kirk murder

VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

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4 hours ago

September 16, 2025

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VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

US Vice-President JD Vance has condemned those celebrating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, pledging the Trump administration will target institutions that promote political violence.

Speaking on Kirk’s own podcast, Vance accused left-wing media of fuelling hostility and warned that unity cannot exist while political violence is tolerated.

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Dollar steady as markets await Fed’s rate decision

Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

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20 hours ago

September 15, 2025

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Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

In Short:
– The U.S. dollar stayed stable as investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut announcement.
– Asian equities rose, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index hitting a record high amid U.S. market gains.

The U.S. dollar remained stable on Monday as investors await the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting, where the central bank is expected to announce its first interest rate cut in nine months.

Trading volumes were low due to a holiday in Japan, causing currencies to remain rangebound.

Market participants have largely priced in a 25 basis point reduction in the federal funds rate, anticipated to bring the key rate to between 4.00%-4.25%.

This marks the first easing action since December 2024.

Recent economic data indicates a cooling labour market, with jobless claims rising to the highest levels since 2021, overshadowing inflation concerns.