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During a nine-hour interview with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Ghislaine Maxwell stated that President Donald Trump never did anything concerning in her presence, and her legal team indicated she was forthcoming during the discussions. The Trump administration is considering releasing transcripts of the interview, potentially accompanied by audio, while Maxwell, currently appealing her conviction for sex trafficking, previously requested the meeting with the DOJ. Want More Context? 🔎

Trump's Tariffs Take Effect President Trump's comprehensive tariffs, imposing a baseline 10% duty on most imports, took effect after months of delays, increasing the average effective tariff rate to over 17%, the highest since 1935. The move, aimed at reshaping global trade, has raised concerns about inflation and economic stability, with households projected to face an average cost increase of $2,400 this year. Want More Context? 🔎

Trump is set to double tariffs on imports from India to 50%, citing India's oil purchases from Russia, which India calls "unfair and unreasonable." The tariffs will impact imports from at least 70 countries, with a significant escalation expected in international trade tensions. Want More Context? 🔎

Dr. Elisabeth Potter in Austin, Texas, faces potential bankruptcy for her surgery center due to exclusion from Unitedhealthcare’s network, which she alleges is retaliation for her critical social media posts. Unitedhealthcare denies this, stating the network closure occurred before her videos were posted, as reported by NBC News on August 6, 2025. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump initiated higher import tariffs on over 60 countries, with rates of 10% or more beginning Thursday, as the U.S. economy showed signs of strain from previous tariff threats, including stalled hiring and inflation. While Trump touted the tariffs as a means to boost manufacturing and reduce the trade deficit, economists warn of potential long-term economic erosion and uncertainty surrounding their impact. Want More Context? 🔎

Two Chinese nationals, Chuan Geng and Shiwei Yang, were arrested in California for illegally exporting Nvidia AI chips worth millions to China without the necessary licenses. Their company, ALX Solutions, allegedly shipped over 200 chips, misrepresenting customers in Singapore and Japan, and received substantial payments from Chinese firms, raising concerns about compliance with U.S. export regulations. Want More Context? 🔎