Reuters World News China’s economy, deportation, Pentagon, French prisons and millennial saint
Apr 16, 2025
China's economy surprises with a 5.4% GDP growth, but fears linger as U.S. tariffs loom. A Pentagon advisor faces serious scrutiny amid leak investigations, raising eyebrows within defense circles. Legal drama unfolds over a wrongful deportation case to El Salvador. Meanwhile, French prisons experience a surge in violence linked to drug trafficking. The episode also celebrates the canonization of Carlo Acutis, a millennial saint, and features an amusing story about smugglers caught trying to export live ants from Kenya.
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China's GDP Growth Before Tariffs
- China's Q1 GDP growth was a surprising 5.4%, exceeding expectations.
- This growth predates U.S. tariff hikes, meaning future momentum may sharply decline.
Deportation Case Court Demand
- The U.S. administration is under court scrutiny for mishandling the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
- The judge demanded sworn testimony to assess if the administration violated orders to bring him back.
Pentagon Leak Investigation Impact
- Dan Caldwell was removed from the Pentagon for leaked classified information.
- This shows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's commitment to rooting out leaks even among close allies.