Trade War Central

On May 4, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the United States, a decision that has sparked widespread discussion in the entertainment industry and beyond. This policy targets films made in foreign countries, with the stated goal of revitalizing American film production and countering the trend of studios filming overseas. The tariff, which would effectively double the cost of importing foreign-made movies, marks a significant shift in U.S. trade policy, extending it into the realm of intellectual property and cultural production. This article examines the tariff’s background, its potential effects on the film industry, and the broader economic and cultural implications.

The Trump-Vance Administration released toplines of the President’s budget for Fiscal Year 2026 on Friday. The budget accelerates human space exploration of the Moon and Mars with a fiscally responsible portfolio of missions.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), a cornerstone of American scientific innovation and space exploration, faces significant challenges following the recent discretionary budget proposal from the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. Released in early 2025, this proposal outlines drastic cuts to NASA’s funding, particularly targeting its science programs, while prioritizing human spaceflight initiatives. This article provides a detailed examination of the proposed budget, its potential impacts on NASA’s programs, workforce, and facilities, as well as the broader implications for U.S. leadership in space exploration and scientific discovery. It also explores the political and economic context, stakeholder reactions, and the likelihood of congressional pushback.

President Trump’s sudden cuts to hard-won federal grants are disrupting research and forcing scientists to face difficult choices.

The phrase “Trump’s war on working people” in recent news typically refers to criticisms of President Donald Trump’s policies, particularly during his second term, which began in 2025. Critics, including unions, progressive groups, and some media outlets, use this term to describe actions they perceive as harmful to workers’ rights, economic security, and job stability. Based on recent reports, this article reviews the key policies and actions associated with this phrase.