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Trump's Tariff Tango: Dancing on the World Stage!

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From tariffs on China to executive orders galore, Donald Trump is back and making waves! 🌊💼

Donald Trump is back in the spotlight, and this time he's considering a 10% tariff on Chinese goods starting next month. On his first day in office, he has already begun making bold moves, threatening a whopping 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada as well. While some may see these actions as a combative stance, Trump is resolute in his rhetoric, linking these tariffs to his ongoing concerns about undocumented migrants and the influx of drugs into the United States. It certainly promises to be an interesting dance between economic policy and international relations!

On a stock market rollercoaster, global markets took a breath of relief when Trump opted not to impose new tariffs immediately, while Wall Street opened pretty much unfazed by the whirlwind of talk surrounding potential trade wars. The S&P 500 soared up 0.9% while the tech-savvy Nasdaq Composite didn't lag far behind, gaining 0.6% on the very first trading day after the inauguration. Investors seem to be settling down and parsing through the implications of Trump’s executive actions, as markets have a way of reacting to news much like cats reacting to cucumbers—one minute they’re chill, the next, absolute chaos!

Speaking of executive orders, Trump's first day has seen an avalanche of them! He's certainly not shy about flexing the power of his office, vowing that 'nothing will stand in our way.' This flurry of activity has left opponents scrambling as they navigate the choppy waters of shifting power between the Congress and the Oval Office. In an era where executive decisions dominate the discourse, it’s vital to understand how different types of orders work, whether they be directives, proclamations, or memorandums. Each has its own significance and can influence the course of policy drastically.

As we plunge deeper into the ramifications of these decisions, one can’t help but wonder – what happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? As Trump continues to wield the power of executive orders with the flair of a magician pulling rabbits out of hats, it's clear that Congress may have a tough time catching up. And here’s an interesting twist: Did you know that during his first term, Trump signed over 200 executive orders? It appears he’s continued this trend with gusto. And if anyone could turn tariffs into a fashionable topic of discussion, it’s certainly The Donald himself!

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Donald Trump considers 10% tariff on China from next month on first ... (BBC News)

It follows threats by Trump to levy import taxes of 25% on Mexico and Canada, accusing them of allowing undocumented migrants and drugs into the US.

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Six Trump executive orders to watch (BBC News)

Donald Trump has signed sweeping executive orders on his return to the US presidency, vowing swift action on some of his top campaign issues.

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Donald Trump considers 10% tariff on China from February (BBC News)

The new president accused Beijing of sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada which ends up in the US.

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US markets rise as Trump holds off on tariffs (BBC News)

Global stock markets rose on Tuesday, after US President Donald Trump stopped short of announcing new tariffs on his first day in office.

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Wall Street shrugs off Trump after he vows Mexico and Canada tariffs (The Guardian)

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite largely unmoved as it opened for trading for first time after inauguration.

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US stocks climb as investors parse Donald Trump's executive orders (Financial Times)

The S&P 500 closed up 0.9 per cent, while the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 0.6 per cent. Both markets had been closed on Monday for a public holiday ...

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Trump's blizzard of first-day actions leaves opponents scrambling to ... (The Guardian)

Washington appeared shellshocked after president vowed 'nothing will stand in our way' at inauguration.

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Trump's first day: tariff threats and a flurry of executive orders (Financial Times)

Also in today's newsletter, the competing factions of the Republican party.

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Avalanche of executive orders signed by Donald Trump will ... (Sky News)

The breadth and immediacy of the executive orders fuels debate about the balance of power between the White House and Congress.

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Trump is signing a flurry of executive orders. Here's how those work (NPR)

Trump is kicking off his second term with a flurry of executive actions. Here's a look at the three main types — orders, proclamations and memorandums — and ...

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