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29 May 2025

So tariffs - which have already been spent on Congressional grift and corruption - somehow now have to be refunded...

Source: zerohedge

29 May 2025

WHAT ARE THE TOOLS AT THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION? DISPOSAL AFTER A U.S COURT BLOCKS TARIFFS?

The U.S. Court of International Trade struck down President Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. The court ruled that IEEPA does not authorize tariffs, and trade deficits aren't a valid "unusual and extraordinary threat" required under the act. ➡️ Response Options for the Trump Administration 👇 1. Appeal the Ruling - Already filed; may reach the Supreme Court. - A stay could allow tariffs to continue during litigation. - Outcome uncertain, depending on how courts view executive power. 2. Use Alternative Legal Authorities - Section 122 of the Trade Act (15% tariffs for 150 days). - Section 232 (national security rationale). - Section 301 (unfair trade practices). - Currency manipulation designations. Pros: Based on existing law. Cons: Some are limited or slow to implement. 3. Seek Congressional Authorization - Could pass new legislation to restore or expand tariff authority. - Mixed outlook due to bipartisan skepticism. 4. Adjust Tariff Strategy Within Legal Bounds - Use industry-specific or targeted tariffs under Sections 232 or 301. - Avoids IEEPA issues but may lack desired economic impact. 5. Negotiate Trade Deals During Appeal - Use paused tariffs as leverage. - Some deals (e.g., with China) already in motion. - Less effective now due to weakened legal position. 6. Declare New or Reframed National Emergencies - Possible but unlikely to succeed legally. - Courts already skeptical of broad use of IEEPA. 7. Use Non-Tariff Executive Actions - Sanctions, export controls, and financial restrictions. - Legally safer under IEEPA but less direct in addressing trade goals. 8. Request Emergency Stay - Would pause the court ruling, preserving tariffs temporarily. - Moderate chance of success; would delay impact while appeals proceed. ➡️ Most Viable Temporary Measures👇 : - Requesting a stay and appealing the ruling (keeps tariffs in place during litigation). - Using Section 122 for short-term, limited tariffs. - Expanding Section 232 or 301 actions for longer-term solutions. ➡️ Conclusion: The court ruling challenges executive power over tariffs. The Trump administration’s best short-term path is to appeal with a request for a stay, while Section 122 offers a fast, legal workaround. Longer-term strategies like Section 232/301 or new legislation face political and procedural hurdles.

26 May 2025

A Taiwanese official said Chinese air force and missile units that would take part in an invasion had improved to the point where they could 'switch from peacetime to war operations any time'.

Link >>>https://lnkd.in/epE_ri2X Source: FT

23 May 2025

📢 President Trump is expected to invoke the wartime Defense Production Act over US dependence on Russia and China for enriched uranium and nuclear fuel processing

Reuters reports in a post on X, citing sources. 🔴 Trump is expected to sign multiple nuclear-related executive actions as soon as Friday, Reuters reports 🔴Shares of Uranium Energy and Centrus Energy rose more than 6% in post-market trading

23 May 2025

Breaking: President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill officially PASSES🔥

✅ No tax on tips or overtime ✅ $175B for deportations and the wall ✅ Tax relief for seniors ✅ Making his 2017 tax cuts permanent Below is the Big beautiful bill impact on various income groups Source: Markets & Mayhem

20 May 2025

Germany drops its decade-old anti-nuclear stance.

In a statement to the Financial Times, German and French officials confirm Germany will no longer oppose nuclear in EU energy policy. A historic shift!

15 May 2025

*IRAN READY TO SIGN DEAL WITH CONDITIONS: NBC CITING OFFICIAL

Source image below: Skynews

14 May 2025

🔵 Here are the key takeaways from President Donald Trump's "lavender carpet" visit to Saudi Arabia yesterday:

✔️ Economic Deals and Investments: Trump secured a $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia into the U.S. economy, focusing on sectors like AI, energy, infrastructure, and defense. This included a $142 billion arms deal, described as the largest defense cooperation agreement in U.S. history, covering air and missile defense, maritime security, and more. Additional deals involved U.S. companies like Google, Oracle, and Boeing, with Saudi investments in AI data centers and energy infrastructure. ✔️Lifting Sanctions on Syria: Trump announced the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria, in place since 1979, to support the country’s reconstruction under its new leadership following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. This decision was made at the request of Saudi Crown Prince MBS and was celebrated in Syria as a step toward economic recovery. Trump also planned a brief meeting with Syria’s new president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, in Riyadh.

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