President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexican imports, including avocados, could have a significant impact on the U.S. avocado industry. 90% of avocados consumed in the U.S. are imported, with the majority coming from Mexico. If enacted, the tariffs could lead to higher prices for avocados in the U.S. and affect the avocado industry as a whole.
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Appeals court lifts blocks on Trump’s orders restricting diversity, equity and inclusion programs
An appeals court lifted a block on executive orders by President Trump seeking to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, allowing them to be enforced as a lawsuit unfolds. The court found that the orders could eventually raise concerns about First Amendment rights but ruled that the nationwide injunction was too broad. The orders, which target DEI programs, had been challenged for being unconstitutional and discouraging support for diversity initiatives. Full Article
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