Gary Cohn resigns as White House economic adviser
Gary Cohn leaves the White House amid a tariff policy clash, stepping down as National Economic Council director after opposing Trump’s planned steel and aluminum tariffs. His exit trims a pro free trade faction as others push tariffs, while Dow futures dip on the news.
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GOP leaders urge Trump to narrow or scrap tariff plan
Republican leaders in the House and Senate pressed President Trump to narrow or repudiate his proposed 25 percent steel and 10 percent aluminum tariffs. They warned a broad tariff could trigger retaliation, raise consumer prices, and harm the economy ahead of the November elections. Trump defended the plan during a press conference with Swedish PM Stefan Löfven, signaling no firm change.
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Trump vows to counteract Russian election interference
President Trump warns Moscow against meddling in the 2018 midterm elections and says the administration will counteract any interference. He states there was meddling in 2016 and promises a deep study with strong suggestions for the 2018 race.
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Trump cautious as North Korea signals talks on denuclearization
The White House voiced cautious optimism after South Korean officials reported North Korea agreed to candid talks with the United States and South Korea and to pause nuclear and missile tests during dialogue. President Trump said he thinks Pyongyang is sincere and hopeful for a positive result. An anonymous senior official noted a long history of talks and broken agreements, while Seoul officials prepare to visit Washington for more details.
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Conway Violated Hatch Act In Alabama Senate Race
Federal investigator says Kellyanne Conway violated the Hatch Act by publicly backing Roy Moore and opposing Doug Jones in the Alabama Senate race through televised interviews. The report urges possible discipline. Jones won the seat. White House defends her as reflecting the president’s views.
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