States rush to hire federal workers drives job fairs
States from Wisconsin to New York launch aggressive campaigns to recruit fired federal workers amid mass cuts under the Trump administration. California seeks ex-federal firefighters and meteorologists while signs in New York urge “New York wants you.” Officials describe a pool of pre vetted candidates for civil service roles, with tens of thousands affected and ongoing recruitment across cities and counties.
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Musk cashes $1 million in Wisconsin for votes
Elon Musk handed out $1 million checks to two Wisconsin voters at a Green Bay rally as part of backing for conservative Brad Schimel in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. The event drew about 2,000, with Musk arguing the court could redraw districts and affect national politics. The state Supreme Court declined to block the giveaways amid a Democratic challenge, while Musk’s PAC argued the payments are protected free speech.
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Tariffs Imposed on Pharma Copper Lumber and More
The president proposes a 25 percent tariff on oil imports from Venezuela and raises duties on Chinese goods for fentanyl involvement. Separate tariffs target Canada and Mexico to curb drug smuggling and migration amid expanded 2018 steel and aluminum duties. Critics warn higher consumer prices and slower growth while supporters claim factory shifts. Economist Art Laffer projects auto costs could rise sharply under full tariffs.
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Tariffs eyed as costs rise and markets falter
Columbus mayor Andrew Ginther warns tariffs could lift the median home price by about 21000, while Goldman Sachs trims growth to 0.6 percent this quarter. White House adviser Navarro cites 100 billion from auto tariffs and 600 billion from others annually, sparking global concern. World leaders warn of inflation, job losses, and retaliatory steps as Trump frames tariffs as Liberation Day.
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