TLDR;
This news update covers several key events, including President Trump's doubling of tariffs on imports from India, his plan to create specialized National Guard units for domestic deployment, the suspension of FEMA employees who warned about the impact of budget cuts, and a lawsuit between a Federal Reserve governor and President Trump.
- President Trump doubled tariffs on imports from India to 50% in response to India buying Russian oil.
- Trump is planning specialized National Guard units for rapid nationwide deployment to quell civil disturbances.
- FEMA employees who warned about the impact of budget cuts have been suspended.
- A Federal Reserve governor is suing President Trump over his decision to fire her.
Increased Tariffs on India [0:05]
President Trump has doubled tariffs on imports from India to 50%. This increase affects various goods, including jewelry, clothing, cars, and food. The President stated that this action is a response to India's purchase of Russian oil, which he believes is helping to finance Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
National Guard Deployment [0:37]
President Trump is planning to create specialized National Guard units for rapid nationwide deployment. He is deploying 1,700 troops to 19 states for immigration enforcement and to D.C. for a federal takeover. These troops will operate under Title 32, meaning they are under state control but paid with federal money. Trump stated that these units will be used for quelling civil disturbances and ensuring public safety. Title 32 is commonly used for large-scale natural disasters and homeland defense.
Suspension of FEMA Employees [1:12]
FEMA employees who signed a public letter warning about the impact of the Trump administration's cuts to the department have been suspended. These employees, more than 180 current and former, signed what's called the Katrina declaration, warning that the cuts could lead to response failures similar to those during Hurricane Katrina. The suspended employees received a notice stating that their suspension was not a disciplinary action and was not intended to be punitive.
Lawsuit Between Federal Reserve Governor and President Trump [1:43]
The Federal Reserve says it will abide by a court decision in the upcoming lawsuit between Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook and President Trump. Cook is suing the President over his decision to fire her based on allegations of mortgage fraud. Cook claims that the President does not have the authority to fire her and is committed to staying in her role.