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Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods  BBC US will impose 35% tariffs on Canadian imports, Trump says in letter  The Guardian Trump threatens a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, and he may double what most other nations are charged  CNN Trump Threatens

What will happen now that Trump has turned on Putin?  CNN

Researchers at Princeton University say some instances corresponded with national attacks on DEI initiatives as well as on LGBTQ+ policies and that the targets held a variety of political views. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)

Donald Trump has said he plans to hit Canada with a 35% tariff on imported goods, as he warned of a blanket 15 or 20% hike for most other countries.

Trump to meet with first responders, families affected by floods in Texas  The Washington Post

Budget limits at DHS delayed FEMA’s Texas deployment, officials say  The Washington Post FEMA’s response to Texas flood slowed by Noem’s cost controls  CNN FEMA leader is a no-show after deadly Texas flooding  Politico Governors say FEMA is no longer reliable for disaster

Deadly new Russian drone and missile attack hits Kyiv  BBC Russian drones swarm Kyiv from all sides in apparent shift of tactics  CNN Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,233  Al Jazeera The Drone Factories Fueling Russia’s Unprecedented Assaults on Ukraine  The Wall

Officials in Kerr County made several attempts over the past decade to get funds for a flood warning system, but those applications were rejected. Christopher Flavelle, a reporter for The New York Times, breaks down what went wrong.

Trump installs massive new American flags at the White House – and they don’t cost taxpayers a penny  Fox News

Trump announces 35% tariffs on Canada starting Aug. 1, warns of higher levies if Ottawa retaliates  CNBC