SUMMARY: At a New Jersey town hall, Sen. Cory Booker urged action against President Trump’s agenda, echoing themes from his recent record-breaking 25-hour Senate speech. Held at Bergen Community College during national “Hands Off!” protests, the event included questions from concerned citizens and several disruptions, including protests over Palestinian treatment. Booker emphasized civic engagement over party politics, saying Democrats must refocus on people, not power. He encouraged grassroots activism and stressed the importance of creativity and persistence. Booker also discussed improving Senate Democrats’ digital presence and affirmed his focus on reelection in 2026, not a 2028 presidential run.

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SUMMARY: New York state officials have rejected the Trump administration’s demand to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in public schools, despite threats to cut federal education funding. Daniel Morton-Bentley from the state Department of Education stated that the federal agency lacks authority to impose such demands or terminate funding without a formal process. He highlighted the state’s commitment to comply with civil rights laws and criticized the administration’s legal interpretations. The administration’s recent stance marks a significant shift from previous comments supporting DEI. Critics argue that these threats contradict Trump’s promise to empower local education.

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SUMMARY: President Trump’s significant tariff increase has sparked an escalating trade war, causing global markets to drop sharply. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq saw significant declines. In retaliation, China announced a 34% tax on all U.S. imports. Trump remains committed to the tariffs, arguing they will attract trillions of dollars in investment. Italy’s economy minister cautioned against retaliatory tariffs, warning of damage to both Italy and Europe. Taiwan announced a $2.65 billion fund to support industries affected by U.S. tariffs, particularly in electronics, steel, machinery, and agriculture. Taiwan plans to negotiate for better tariff terms with the U.S.

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