Trump makes case for tariffs

A shooting incident near the White House critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard, with the suspect identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national. In response, Tom Homan, a prominent figure in Trump's immigration policy, challenged Democrats to confront him while dismissing concerns about potential prosecution.

Costco has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to secure refunds for tariffs if the Supreme Court rules against former President Trump's authority to impose such tariffs. This legal action comes as the retailer faces a December 15 deadline that could impact the recovery of duties paid on imported goods.

President Trump convened his Cabinet amid controversy surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's involvement in military strikes in the Caribbean that resulted in the deaths of survivors from a previous attack. Hegseth reportedly directed the mission to eliminate all individuals on board, which he later denied, calling the allegations 'fake news.'

Republican demands for stronger anti-abortion provisions in the extension of enhanced ObamaCare subsidies have emerged as a significant hurdle in bipartisan negotiations, complicating the GOP's health care agenda. This situation reflects the ongoing tensions within the party regarding health care policy and abortion rights.

President Trump convened a meeting with his advisors to discuss the next steps regarding Venezuela, amid rising concerns from lawmakers about the administration's military strikes on vessels in the Caribbean Sea. This comes after reports of a second military strike targeting a boat accused of drug trafficking, raising alarms about potential war crimes.

Bayer's stock experienced a surge following the Trump Administration's endorsement of a Supreme Court review regarding lawsuits that have linked the company's weedkiller to cancer. This legal scrutiny has been a significant concern for Bayer since its acquisition of Monsanto, which produced the controversial herbicide Roundup.

President Trump has emphasized comments made by former Attorney General Eric Holder, labeling him an 'Obama sycophant,' while urging Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster. This move is part of Trump's ongoing strategy to influence legislative processes amid concerns over potential Democratic actions to expand the Supreme Court.

A New Jersey pregnancy counseling center is contesting a subpoena issued by Attorney General Matthew Platkin, arguing that it violates First Amendment rights. This case is currently being reviewed by the Supreme Court, which will determine the extent of the state's jurisdiction over such centers.