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Supreme Court Ruling: The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the Trump administration's decision to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for migrants from Venezuela, Cuba, Haiti, and Nicaragua. This move allows the administration to proceed with deportations of individuals from these countries. The Guardian+2The Guardian+2Hawaii Tribune-Herald+2
Refugee Policy: The administration has implemented an indefinite ban on refugee admissions and halted funding for related programs, intensifying its immigration stance. CWS Global

Steel Tariffs: President Trump announced a doubling of tariffs on imported steel from 25% to 50%, effective next week. This decision coincided with the announcement of a new partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel. Yahoo Finance+3The Guardian+3The Guardian+3
Trade Agreement Concerns: The increased tariffs have raised questions about their impact on recent trade agreements, particularly with the UK, which had previously negotiated reduced tariffs on steel and aluminum. The Guardian

Pardons Controversy: President Trump has issued pardons to several individuals convicted of drug trafficking offenses. This action has drawn criticism, especially as it contrasts with his administration's intensified rhetoric on the U.S. drug war. NPR
Law Firm Agreements: The administration claims to have secured agreements with nine law firms to provide approximately $1 billion in pro bono services. However, legal experts question the validity of these deals, suggesting they may not be legally binding. NPR

India-Pakistan Ceasefire Claim: President Trump has reiterated his claim of playing a pivotal role in facilitating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. He attributes this to his diplomatic efforts and economic pressure, stating that he warned both nations about potential trade consequences if hostilities continued.

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