Japanese officials visiting Washington this week failed to secure assurances from the Trump administration regarding exemptions from upcoming tariffs on metal and car imports into the U.S. Despite Japan’s significant investments and job creation in the U.S., American officials emphasized their focus on reciprocity, local manufacturing, and job preservation. The impending tariffs on steel, aluminum, and potentially foreign cars pose a significant challenge for Japan’s economy, with efforts to increase investment in U.S. natural gas projects being considered as part of ongoing discussions to strengthen economic ties.
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Pentagon orders military leaders to pull library materials on diversity-related issues
The Pentagon has mandated military leaders to review and potentially remove library materials related to diversity, anti-racism, and gender issues within two weeks, as part of the Trump administration's initiative to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion content from federal agencies. This order requires identifying materials deemed incompatible with the military's core mission, using specific search terms such as "critical race theory" and "gender identity," and sequestering them for further review. Similar actions have already led...
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