America's biggest trading partners aren't pleased by Donald Trump's vow to ratchet up tariffs. The Biden administration wants Medicare and Medicaid to cover anti-obesity medications. And some tips if you're dreading political talk at Thanksgiving. |
👋 Hey, there! Laura Davis here. The countdown is on for Thanksgiving Day – y'all ready? I'm already strategizing ways to see how many deviled eggs I can pile up before my sister finishes the whole plate. 👀 While I think about that, you can read Tuesday's news! Enjoy. |
Trump's tariffs plan gets critical reception |
Officials in China, Mexico and Canada on Tuesday criticized a pledge made by President-elect Donald Trump to impose steep new tariffs on all three of the United States' largest trading partners. |
What's going on: Trump said the move, which appears to violate the terms of a free-trade deal Trump himself signed into law in 2020, is aimed at clamping down on drugs and migrants coming into the U.S. He made tariffs a central part of his economic campaign message, arguing they will also protect U.S. jobs. But many economists warn that tariffs drive up inflation. |
What's the move? The president-elect said he would sign an executive order immediately after his inauguration in January introducing a 25% tariff on all goods coming from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China. There was quick pushback from all three countries. 🗣️ Here's what they're saying. | If Trump's tariffs plan proceeds once he takes office in January of next year, the price tag for a wide variety of products could be impacted, from food to oil – and even paper. Yuki Iwamura, Pool via Getty Images |
The Biden administration on Tuesday announced plans to provide coverage for some costly anti-obesity medications, including Wegovy and Zepbound, for those enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid. |
Adding it up: Starting in 2026, an estimated 7.4 million people on Medicare and Medicaid would be eligible for the drugs, which can retail for over $1,000 monthly. Medicare, the federal health program for adults 65 and older, has been prohibited from covering weight-loss drugs for older Americans who are obese but do not have diabetes or heart disease. 👉 Here's what to know. |
A cease-fire deal after deadly clash |
Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reached a cease-fire deal on Tuesday, providing a path to end a war that has killed thousands since it was first ignited by Israel's war with Hamas. |
How we got here: Israel launched an offensive in Lebanon in mid-September following months of tit-for-tat border attacks which started when Hezbollah attacked Israel in solidarity with Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza. |
Here's the deal: Guns on the Israel-Lebanon border will go silent for 60 days, starting Wednesday, allowing time for Israel to gradually withdraw its troops from southern Lebanon while Hezbollah moves its forces farther from Israel's border. | People walk past damaged buildings in the aftermath of Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday. Mohammed Yassin, REUTERS |
Tips for talking politics over turkey |
Are you dreading a possible political debate at Thanksgiving? As we head into the holidays and the new Trump administration, some people are feeling anxious about the looming possibility of a heated political dissection at the dinner table. Or in the living room. Or in the street. But the way I see it, we've all disagreed about politics since way back when – it's literally the foundation of our governmental and voting systems. Like it or not, the nation's state of affairs will undoubtedly bubble up like that pot of gravy over there on the stove. Here's some tips to help you muddle through the topic. (And not launch the pot of gravy at your uncle.) | Travelers head to and from flights to see family and friends two days before Thanksgiving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Nov. 26, 2024, in Phoenix. Patrick Breen, The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK | | | | Hannah Kobayashi's aunt told USA TODAY that the past two weeks were already horribly difficult before learning about Ryan Kobayashi's suicide. | | | | Here are the latest College Football Playoff rankings predictions and projections ahead of Tuesday's latest top 25 release and CFP bracket update. | | | | Walmart is the latest company to make changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives under pressure from a conservative activist. | | | | "Seuk was an angel on earth," one rescue organization posted on Facebook. | | | | John Tinniswood became the world's oldest living man in April 2024 at age 111, after 114-year-old Juan Vicente Pérez from Venezuela passed away. | | | | Singer Grimes said on social media she hadn't seen one of her children in five months amid her custody battle with Elon Musk. | | | | Enter to find out if your furry, scaled or feathery pet is America's favorite. | | | | Volunteering on vacation can be a way to experience local culture and give back to the community, and create lasting memories. | | | | Although it's nearly 2025, the return to office debate is still raging at the highest level. | | | | Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return as Moana and pal Maui in the Disney movie sequel "Moana 2," a satisfying trip we've kinda seen before. | | | | | | | Brighten your day with one of our games. | | | | | |
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