U.S. offers $15M for info. to break up Iran’s Revolutionary Guard’s finances
The Trump administration is offering a $15 million reward for anyone who can disrupt the finances of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
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China files WTO complaint over latest round of U.S. Tariffs
China files a complaint against the U.S. with the World Trade Organization. The Chinese Commerce Ministry confirmed Beijing filed the complaint over the latest round of tariffs which went into effect over the weekend. The Trump administration imposed a 15% tariff on roughly $112 billion worth of Chinese goods on Sunday, and China responded with a 10% tariff on U.S. crude.
State Dept. opens interim Venezuela office in Colombia amid internal conflict
The Trump administration establishes a new office in Colombia to help combat the Maduro regime in Venezuela. One America’s Jacob Demille has details on the new initiative.
White House mulls Sen. Scott’s plan to cut taxes by amount raised in tariffs
The White House is reportedly considering cutting taxes again to offset possible negative effects of tariffs on foreign trade. According to Thursday reports, the Trump administration could spend billions of dollars in tariff revenues on a new fiscal stimulus package.
Tropical Storm Dorian strengthens to a hurricane
Tropical Storm Dorian has strengthened to a hurricane. This comes after President Trump approved an emergency declaration for Puerto Rico.
Trump allies disappointed by A$AP Rocky’s ‘ghosting’ after release
Allies of President Trump said they are disappointed rapper A$AP Rocky hasn’t thanked him for helping secure his release. In an interview Thursday, a pastor and co-chair of the Urban Revitalization Coalition said the rapper’s team has not returned their text messages, despite previously promising to thank the Trump administration.
CNN host calls for ‘outrage’ over Spicer & Sander’s new TV jobs
Left-wing pundits are calling for “extra scrutiny” over recent media outlets giving former White House staffers Sarah Sanders and Sean Spicer a platform.
Sen. Cruz touts president’s plan to index capital gains
The Trump administration is exploring ways to support economic recovery. One America’s John Hines has more from Washington.
President Trump signs order forgiving disabled veteran student debt
President Trump signed a memorandum forgiving disabled veterans student debt, while addressing a veterans convention in Louisville, Kentucky. The signing took place Wednesday at the 75th Annual AMVETS National Convention.