Senators urge Pentagon to pause transgender troop discharges
A bloc of 45 senators led by Kirsten Gillibrand calls on Defense Secretary Mattis to suspend any transgender service member discharges while the Pentagon reviews policy. The letter, signed mainly by Democrats, seeks to influence ongoing deliberations despite Trump’s tweets and a response from Gen. Dunford pledging no policy changes yet.
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Trump urges police to avoid injuring suspects
In Long Island, President Trump told officers not to hit suspects heads when placing them in cars, prompting mixed reactions. Suffolk County Police distanced themselves, stressing strict handling rules and penalties for violations. The International Association of Chiefs of Police likewise urged respectful, lawful force use.
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Court ruling tightens EPA power over biofuel quotas
A Washington appeals court ruled the EPA lacks authority to cut renewable fuel quotas citing inadequate domestic supply. The decision, unanimous by three judges led by Judge Brett Kavanaugh, challenges the Trump administration stance on relaxing or tightening RFS mandates and impacts oil refiners and ethanol supporters.
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Japan to hike tariffs on frozen US beef from August
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue warned that Japan's 50 percent tariff on frozen US beef from August through next March could disrupt US sales and strain trade ties. Japan sees the move as a safeguard to protect domestic farmers. trade with the United States totaled 581 million dollars through May. Tyson Foods endorsed efforts to address the issue with Japan.
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Sweetened drink tax to take effect next week in Chicago
A Chicago sweetened beverage tax begins next Wednesday after an Illinois judge rejected retailers' claims the measure was vague. The suit argued the levy exempted custom made drinks, while pre made beverages would be taxed. The ruling upheld the county's distinction between the two beverage types.
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