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El Paso Officials Say City Cannot Unilaterally Cancel Meta Data Center Tax Break Deal
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El Paso Officials Say City Cannot Unilaterally Cancel Meta Data Center Tax Break Deal

El Paso city leaders confirm that legally binding agreements prevent the city from canceling tax incentives granted to Meta’s data center amid growing public opposition.

U.S. Proposes 10% Tariffs on Imports from 60 Countries over Forced Labor Concerns
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U.S. Proposes 10% Tariffs on Imports from 60 Countries over Forced Labor Concerns

The U.S. Trade Representative plans to impose additional tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on products from dozens of nations accused of failing to halt forced labor imports.

Iran Conflict Shifts Economic Risk from Tariffs to Oil Prices, UCLA Forecast Finds
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Iran Conflict Shifts Economic Risk from Tariffs to Oil Prices, UCLA Forecast Finds

Rising oil prices linked to Iran tensions now pose the top threat to the U.S. economy, driving inflation higher and slowing growth projections, according to UCLA’s latest forecast.

Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission Sets Priorities for Economic and Community Support
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Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission Sets Priorities for Economic and Community Support

The Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission outlined its main focus areas, including energy, economy, housing, healthcare, tourism, and education as it begins its work.

Six States Challenge Trump Administration’s Offshore Wind Project Cancellation Deal
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Six States Challenge Trump Administration’s Offshore Wind Project Cancellation Deal

Six states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for paying nearly $1 billion to cancel offshore wind projects, arguing the deal violates federal law and threatens clean energy jobs.

India and US Continue Dialogues on Section 301 Tariffs and Bilateral Trade Framework
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India and US Continue Dialogues on Section 301 Tariffs and Bilateral Trade Framework

India is actively engaged with the US on Section 301 tariff investigations while working to finalize a framework agreement aimed at enhancing bilateral trade relations.

Steph Curry Faces Backlash Over $400 Million Deal with Chinese Brand Li-Ning
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Steph Curry Faces Backlash Over $400 Million Deal with Chinese Brand Li-Ning

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry signed a landmark deal with Li-Ning, sparking criticism from a former NBA player and U.S. lawmakers over human rights concerns linked to the company.

US Intensifies Efforts to Counter China’s Expanding Influence in Latin America
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US Intensifies Efforts to Counter China’s Expanding Influence in Latin America

The US government steps up its strategy to offer Latin American countries alternatives to Chinese investments, aiming to reduce regional dependence on Beijing's financing and infrastructure projects.

NYC Teachers Secure Pay Increases in Deal to Postpone Class Size Reduction Law
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NYC Teachers Secure Pay Increases in Deal to Postpone Class Size Reduction Law

The United Federation of Teachers reached a compromise to delay New York City’s class size limits, winning pay increases of up to $9,500 for educators in exempted schools.

Canada Urges 16-Year Renewal of North American Trade Agreement Amid Political Tensions
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Canada Urges 16-Year Renewal of North American Trade Agreement Amid Political Tensions

Canada has formally requested the United States and Mexico to extend the USMCA trade deal for 16 years, seeking stability despite recent political remarks questioning Canadian sovereignty.

Rubio Signals Possible Sanctions Relief Linked to Iran Nuclear Deal Conditions
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Rubio Signals Possible Sanctions Relief Linked to Iran Nuclear Deal Conditions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the Trump administration may ease sanctions and unfreeze Iranian assets if Tehran agrees to dismantle its enriched uranium stockpile and verifiably limit nuclear activities.

Canada Seeks 16-Year Renewal of USMCA Amid Tensions Over Trade and Sovereignty
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Canada Seeks 16-Year Renewal of USMCA Amid Tensions Over Trade and Sovereignty

Canada urges the United States and Mexico to extend their trilateral free trade agreement for 16 years, pushing back against provocative U.S. remarks about Canadian sovereignty.