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Copper Prices Hit Record High as Trump Unveils 50% Tariffs

P.M. Edition for July 8. During a cabinet meeting today, President Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper and threatened the European Union with steep tariffs if it doesn't reach a trade deal with the U.S. WSJ reporter Kim Mackrael says the EU’s member states are split as to how to handle Trump’s demands. Plus, the Supreme Court has lifted a halt on President Trump’s plan to shrink the federal workforce, clearing the way for potential mass layoffs of federal workers. And New York City real-estat...

Jul 08, 2025•13 min

Relief or More Uncertainty? The World Reacts as Trump Extends Tariff Deadline

A.M. Edition for July 8. After President Trump announced a three-week extension for countries to strike trade deals or face new tariffs, WSJ senior reporter Jon Emont explains how America’s top trading partners in Asia and global businesses are reacting. Plus, Trump promises to resume defensive weapons shipments to Ukraine amid growing frustration with Moscow’s continued attacks. And Amazon drags out its Prime Day deals in a bid to lure more shoppers. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s fre...

Jul 08, 2025•12 min

U.S. Stocks Fall as Trump Renews Trade Tensions

P.M. Edition for July 7. President Trump extended the deadline on so-called reciprocal tariffs to Aug. 1 while announcing 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea. Several more nations received similar notifications. Plus, heavy rain continues in Texas, where the death toll from the flash floods has risen to 90. And President Trump is meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. WSJ national security correspondent Michael Gordon discusses how a changed Middle East...

Jul 07, 2025•14 min

Trump Opens Key Trade Week With Fresh Tariff Threat

A.M. Edition for July 7. President Trump threatens additional 10% tariffs on countries that align with the Brics group of emerging economies. WSJ deputy editor Quentin Webb says it kicks off a crucial week for trade ahead of a Wednesday deadline for dozens of countries to strike a deal with Washington. Plus, the search for survivors in Central Texas continues after flash floods on Friday killed at least 82 people. And Tesla investors question Elon Musk’s plans to form a new political party and s...

Jul 07, 2025•14 min

Republicans Triumph as House Passes Trump’s Megabill

P.M. Edition for July 3. House Republicans overcame some lawmakers’ resistance to narrowly pass the tax-and-spending bill ahead of President Trump’s July 4 deadline. WSJ reporter Jasmine Li discusses what’s in the final bill. Plus, U.S. stocks notch another closing high after the Labor Department’s June jobs report came in stronger than expected. We hear from WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab about what the report says about the economy, and what’s now on Fed officials’ minds ahead of their ...

Jul 03, 2025•14 min

Megabill Set for Final Vote as GOP Holdouts Relent

A.M. Edition for July 3. President Trump’s tax-and-spending package is on course for a final House vote after Republican leaders overcome resistance from a handful of rank-and-file members. The WSJ’s chief economics commentator Greg Ip breaks down how the law could affect the national debt. Plus, the Pentagon estimates its attack on Iran set back the country’s nuclear program by up to two years. And we head to Wimbledon to find out why marquee sports events have become showrooms for Big Tech. Lu...

Jul 03, 2025•14 min

Is the U.S. Job Market Weaker Than It Looks?

P.M. Edition for July 2. The U.S. has been adding jobs at a respectable clip, though the pace has been slowing. But WSJ economics reporter Justin Lahart reports that the labor market is showing other signs of softness. Plus, Tesla reports disappointing second quarter numbers, following months of declining sales. WSJ reporter Becky Peterson discusses why investors are still optimistic about the company. And Sean “Diddy” Combs was found not guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking but was convic...

Jul 02, 2025•12 min

House GOP Threaten to Sink Trump Megabill

A.M. Edition for July 2. A day after its passage in the Senate, House Republicans are lining up to oppose the president’s “big, beautiful bill,” with fiscal conservatives and centrists leading the charge. Plus, Trump threatens Japan with tariffs as high as 35% ahead of a looming deadline to complete trade talks. And the U.S. stops delivery of key weapons for Ukraine as Moscow keeps up punishing air attacks. WSJ foreign correspondent Ian Lovett discusses the state of play as the war enters its fo...

Jul 02, 2025•13 min

Trump’s Tax and Spending Megabill Goes to House Ahead of July 4 Deadline

P.M. Edition for July 1. After an all-night session of dealmaking, Senate Republicans pushed through the bill, which addresses many of President Trump’s priorities. Now, as WSJ tax policy reporter Richard Rubin tells us, the bill heads to the House, where GOP leaders will have to move quickly to meet their July 4 deadline. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said solid economic activity is allowing the Fed to keep its wait-and-see stance. And the companies behind popular snack brands are a...

Jul 01, 2025•14 min

Trump Threatens New Japan Tariffs as Trade Tensions Resurface

A.M. Edition for July 1. Senators debate through the night in a marathon effort to pass the GOP’s megabill. Plus, President Trump threatens new tariffs on Japan as trade negotiations stall. WSJ editor Peter Landers explains why the two countries are seemingly at odds and what’s at stake economically. And how an AI career coach could give you the judgement-free push you might not get from a human. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choic...

Jul 01, 2025•14 min

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