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Politics is dominating the news in the United States – and around the world – with Donald Trump’s latest tariffs set to be announced tomorrow, the markets reaction to the impending tariffs and talks of Trump seeking a third term.

Trump is set to announce new tariffs on imports, including a 25% tax on foreign cars. The move aims to boost U.S. manufacturing but may raise prices and strain trade relations. The UK and other countries are expected to respond with their own tariffs.

Trump recently suggested the possibility of seeking a third term in office, despite the clear prohibition outlined in the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which limits presidents to two terms. In a recent interview, Trump stated he was “not joking” about exploring “methods” to remain in power beyond his current term. ​

Politics is dominating the news in the United States – and around the world – with Donald Trump’s latest tariffs set to be announced tomorrow, the markets reaction to the impending tariffs and talks of Trump seeking a third term.

Trump is set to announce new tariffs on imports, including a 25% tax on foreign cars. The move aims to boost U.S. manufacturing but may raise prices and strain trade relations. The UK and other countries are expected to respond with their own tariffs.

Trump recently suggested the possibility of seeking a third term in office, despite the clear prohibition outlined in the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which limits presidents to two terms. In a recent interview, Trump stated he was “not joking” about exploring “methods” to remain in power beyond his current term. ​

A 17-year-old from Wisconsin, Nikita Casap, has been charged with the murders of his mother and stepfather after allegedly living with their decaying bodies for several weeks.

The US President suggested his next round of tariff announcements, expected on Wednesday, will hit all countries, rather than just those who sell more goods to the US than they buy. 

Donald Trump’s recent interviews in which he expressed he might seek a third term as president, despite US law limiting presidents to two terms in office, is dominating news everywhere – not just the United States. 


His plans have been met with widespread criticism and fears that democracy is crumbling in the United States.

Stock markets in Asia and Europe have declined sharply as the 2 April implementation of US tariffs on imports approaches, with Japan’s Nikkei index dropping nearly 4% and the UK’s FTSE 100 reaching a two-week low.

Cliff Notes – The White Lotus removed non-binary character after Trump’s re-election Carrie Coon revealed that her character Laurie was originally set to disclose her…

President Trump threatened potential secondary tariffs of 25% on Russian oil if a deal to halt the Ukraine conflict is not reached.

Political Weaponization of Transgender Issues: Donald Trump has utilised debates surrounding transgender rights, particularly in the areas of sports and bathroom access, as a critical element to rally conservative voters.

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump held discussions about ongoing negotiations for a UK-US economic prosperity deal, with plans to expedite talks this week.

Cliff Notes – New Jersey mayor seen stumbling during drink-driving arrest New Jersey mayor seen stumbling during drink-driving arrest in a shocking video shared by…

Cliff Notes – David Beckham shares intimate unseen photos of Victoria among poignant Mother’s Day tributes David Beckham celebrated Mother’s Day by sharing never-before-seen family…

US Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene made headlines by telling a Sky News correspondent to “go back to your own country,” escalating her reputation for controversial statements.

Cliff Notes – British authors discover books on shadow library British authors expressed profound distress upon learning their works were allegedly used by Meta to…

Cliff Notes Dr Peter Marks, the leading vaccine regulator in the US, resigned due to concerns over the anti-vaccine stance of Secretary Robert F Kennedy…

Friday’s news briefing – President Donald Trump has signed an executive order limiting union rights for many federal employees, citing national security concerns.

Suspected U.S. airstrikes hit multiple Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen, including the capital, Sanaa and regions around Hodeida, Saada, al-Jawf, Amran, and Marib.

In sports, March Madness is in full swing and the MLB returns today!

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s ban on transgender military personnel, citing potential “irreparable harm” to service members.

Cliff Notes – US revoked around 300 visas in crackdown on students — Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the Trump administration…

President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all imported cars, set to begin on 2 April, which he terms “liberation day.”

Zelensky urges US and allies to stand strong against Russia – defiant that Russia is the evil empire. He acknowledged the bipartisan support within the US for Ukraine but cautioned against the influence of Russian narratives on American officials that could undermine their stance.

Marjorie Taylor Greene has emerged as a prominent figure in the “Make America Great Again” movement, employing a crisis management strategy that involves attacking, discrediting, and distracting from controversies.

The United States, traditionally isolationist and safely sheltered by two vast oceans, has always decided and declared itself as a ruler, but never before has it pressed its claim so dramatically. 

Trumpism is here to stay and will outlive his presidency. The reason for that is that his policies have shifted the dynamics in US politics so severely that now Democrats will have to adapt. 

Washington is lifting sanctions on Moscow for the first time in over three years, indicating a significant shift towards US-Russia rapprochement under Donald Trump.

The implications of senior US officials leaking classified information about an attack on Yemen to a journalist, labelling it a “WTF?!” moment.

They analyse the widespread protests in Turkey and Tel Aviv against Presidents Erdogan and Netanyahu, questioning the potential for similar public dissent against Donald Trump in the US.

Most of the American headlines (and global) are reporting on the massive blunder from Trump’s team when a left-wing journalist was accidentally added to a group chat. The chat was leaked – as were some juicy details, which is leading many headlines in print and online. From plans to bomb Yemen’s Houthis to calling Europe ‘pathetic’ the leak has led to calls for a probe and questions over national security protocols.

Elsewhere, the USMNT has finished fourth in the Nations League – fourth out of just four teams. For those looking ahead to the World Cup, the bigger concern was over the poor attendance at the USA matches over the Nations League, with more questions arising about how the USA (along with Canada and Mexico) will fare in hosting the 2026 tournament.