As the week unfolded, several significant events occurred, including the imposition of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods by President Donald Trump, the revelation of over 750 U.S. troops wounded in the Iran war and Sen. Bernie Sanders‘ criticism of Elon Musk‘s Senate spending plan.
Schumer, Buttigieg, Newsom, and Others Criticize Trump’S 50% Canada Tariffs
President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian goods have been met with criticism from Democrats. They warned that the tariffs would increase costs for American families, farmers, and businesses. The new duties took effect on Saturday, and Democrats have argued that higher import costs could ultimately be passed on to American consumers and businesses.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) slammed the move, saying, “Trump’s chaotic trade wars are bleeding the American people dry, and now he’s coming back for more.”
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Pentagon Data Reveals More Than 750 Troops Wounded In Iran War
The Pentagon has reported that over 750 U.S. service members have been wounded since the Iran war began in late February. This number has continued to rise, with the toll increasing further this week. The Defense Casualty Analysis System data shows that over 750 service members were wounded when figures from “Operation Epic Fury” are combined with updated totals under the newer “Overseas Operations” category. Eighteen service members were killed.
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Sanders Slams Musk Over $200 Million Texas Senate Spending Plan
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) criticized Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:SPCX) CEO Elon Musk for planning to “spend up to $200 million to buy a Senate seat in Texas.” Sanders called the latest spending plan “not democracy,” but “oligarchy,” and renewed calls to end Citizens United and ban super PACs.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Warns US May Be Considering Nuclear Strike On Iran
Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene voiced her concerns about the potential use of nuclear weapons on Iran, emphasizing the catastrophic humanitarian and economic implications. Greene claimed that discussions were being held about the possibility of a nuclear strike on Iran. She stated, “They are discussing using nuclear weapons on Iran in strategy meetings. Yes, you read that correctly. It’s real. I’m not speculating, I know. And it’s pure evil.”
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Trump Says He’ll Spend ‘A Lot’ Of MAGA’s $850 Million War Chest To Help Republicans Fight For Midterm Wins
Trump announced his plans to allocate a significant portion of MAGA’s approximately $850 million political war chest to support Republican candidates. Trump made the comments before boarding Air Force One for South Carolina, stating that the pro-Trump super PAC has raised about $850 million.
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