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Government, Safety, Fuel

EPA to Reduce HQ Footprint, Save $18 Million

EPA will consolidate staff currently in the Ronald Reagan Building into the agencys remaining headquarters facilities in Federal Triangle, an EPA spokesperson said April 8.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

No New Tariffs for Canada, Mexico Under Trump Update

President Donald Trumps sudden change to tariff policy on April 9 wont affect the rates that currently apply to Canadian and Mexican products, according to a White House official.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

US-China Trade War Intensifies With No End in Sight

On April 9, Trump ratcheted up pressure on China, raising the import duty to 125%, even as he announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for dozens of other trade partners.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business, Breaking News

Trump Pauses Tariffs on Most Nations for 90 Days

Facing a global market meltdown, President Donald Trump on April 9 abruptly backed down on his tariffs on most nations for 90 days, but raised his tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business

EU Adopts Tariffs on $23 Billion of US Goods in Metals Fight

The European Union approved tariffs to hit around $23.2 billion of U.S. goods in retaliation for the 25% duties President Donald Trump imposed last month on steel and aluminum exports.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business

China Raises Its Retaliatory Tariff on US to 84%

China again vowed to fight to the end April 9 in an escalating trade war with the U.S. as it announced it would raise tariffs on American goods to 84% from April 10.

April 9, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

Tariff Fears Drive Surge in Consumer Spending

Trumps tariffs are rattling U.S. consumers, who are stocking up on everything from cars to olive oil and iPhones. The behavior offers some good news for scrambling businesses.

April 8, 2025
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

US Vows to Shield Panama Canal From China Threat

Pete Hegseth's visit comes amid tensions over President Trumps assertions that the U.S. is being overcharged to use the Panama Canal and that China has influence over its operations.

April 8, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Schedules Tariff Talks but Plans 104% Hit on China

Hopes for President Donald Trump to strike a last-minute deal with China on tariffs appeared distant.

April 8, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Panama Auditor Says Port Operator Owes Millions

Panamas top auditor accused port operator CK Hutchison of wrongdoing, providing a potential path for the country to wrest control of canal facilities caught in a U.S.-China tug-of-war.

April 8, 2025