Current Affairs and Policy Debates

This chapter covers recent U.S. trade policy changes including a new 10% tariff on foreign imports, designed to bolster American manufacturing. It also examines international tensions surrounding Israel's military actions, judicial developments related to Mayor Eric Adams, and ongoing legal battles about Planned Parenthood's funding. With additional context on the rejection of California proposals and Myanmar's temporary ceasefire amidst civil unrest, the chapter presents a multifaceted view of current global and domestic issues.