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Supreme Court Hears Louisiana Communities’ Lawsuits Against Energy Companies

The Supreme Court weighed energy firms’ push to shift Louisiana coastal wetlands damage lawsuits, filed by local governments, into federal court.

Trump Says Countries Doing Business With Iran Will Pay 25 Percent Tariff

President Donald Trump announced on Jan. 12 that countries trading with Iran will face a 25 percent tariff.
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Trump Provides Update on When $2,000 Tariff Payments Could Come

President Trump believes the administration does not need congressional approval to send out tariff-derived payments to Americans.

Trump to Meet Venezuelan Opposition Leader Machado as US Oversees Transition

President Trump will meet Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado in Washington, as questions mount over Venezuela’s political future.

Trump Order Taking US Out of UN Climate Orgs Caps Flood of Corporate Exits

Trump put another dent in the ESG movement, withdrawing the U.S. from UNFCCC and 65 international organizations dedicated to climate and social justice.

Treasury Secretary Says US Can Easily Cover Any Tariff Refunds

The Treasury currently has $774 billion, more than enough to cover refunds if the Supreme Court rules against the government, Scott Bessent says.

Trump Declares National Emergency to Shield Venezuelan Oil Revenues Held in US Custody

Trump signed an EO declaring a national emergency to block courts or private creditors from seizing Venezuelan oil revenues held in U.S. Treasury accounts.

Trump Directs Purchase of $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds

President Trump on Thursday ‍said the United States will purchase $200 billion ‌in mortgage bonds, with the goal of bringing down housing costs.