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Rising tariffs continue to affect US manufacturing, retail, and tech sectors. Companies face higher costs, supply chain disruptions, and delays. Despite trade negotiations, uncertainty persists, influencing holiday sales forecasts and prompting firms to adopt AI tools to mitigate costs. The US trade landscape remains volatile as tariffs evolve.
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On November 23, 2025, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation effective January 5, 2026, citing a bitter feud with former President Donald Trump. Once a staunch MAGA ally, Greene criticized Trump over the Jeffrey Epstein files and foreign policy, prompting Trump to label her a "traitor" and endorse a primary challenger. Greene is considering a 2028 presidential run.
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The U.S. has removed tariffs on Brazilian coffee, beef, and fruits, after negotiations with Brazil's government. The move aims to lower costs for American consumers and improve trade relations, reversing previous tariffs imposed amid political tensions and trade disputes.
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US officials are privately considering delaying promised semiconductor tariffs, a key part of Trump's economic agenda. The decision reflects concerns over trade relations with China, consumer costs, and legal challenges. The Commerce Department's probe and Supreme Court cases are central to the timing of any tariff implementation.
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President Trump announced an $11 billion aid package for US farmers affected by trade tariffs and global trade shifts. The aid, funded by tariff revenues, aims to support small-scale producers and stabilize agricultural prices amid ongoing trade disputes with China and other countries. The package is part of broader efforts to address rising food costs and economic pressures.