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The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party achieved a significant victory in the Saxony-Anhalt regional election, securing 43.8% of the vote but falling three seats short of a majority with 39 lawmakers. The Christian Democratic Union, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, saw its support plummet to 17.2%.
An armed assailant attacked Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton during a campaign event at the Canfield Fair, injuring several individuals. The suspect was apprehended with multiple weapons. Acton was unharmed and expressed gratitude for law enforcement’s swift response, emphasising the need for safety in political engagements.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright discussed the potential for declining fuel prices, attributing expectations to increased supply from American refiners and reduced demand following Labour Day. He emphasised ongoing military and economic measures against Iran while indicating a need for enhanced oil production from various sources, including Venezuela and Alaska.
The US announced tariffs ranging from 10% to 50% targeting several nations and territories, including uninhabited islands like the Heard and McDonald Islands, home only to penguins and seals.
More reaction from the global stock markets, world leaders and experts a day after Donald Trump announced global tariffs.
Donald Trump has moved “Liberation Day” to 2 April to avoid association with April Fool’s Day, prompting global governments to prepare for impending tariff announcements.
The UK is amongst some countries facing a baseline tariff of 10%
Stock markets in London, Paris, and Berlin fell on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The UK has been hit with a baseline 10% while the EU has been hit with 20%.
Donald Trump has implemented a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with many trading partners facing significantly higher rates, prompting widespread global concern and backlash.
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