CNN 5 Things Best trade offers, Musk’s motives questioned, singer’s cancer diagnosis & more
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Jun 4, 2025 Trade tensions between the US and China escalate as the Trump administration requests final offers from allies. House Speaker Mike Johnson raises questions about Elon Musk's motivations regarding a major bill. Meanwhile, optimism fades over a nuclear deal with Iran. In more personal news, a British singer bravely shares her early cancer diagnosis and discusses her upcoming live event, connecting with fans while navigating her health challenges.
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Rising US-China Trade Tensions
- Trade tensions between the US and China are escalating due to stalled talks despite a 90-day tariff truce.
- The Trump administration is pressuring other countries to submit their best trade offers to avoid further tariffs.
Musk's Bill Opposition Motive
- Elon Musk opposes a domestic policy bill mainly due to its increased US debt and removal of electric car tax incentives.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson suggests Musk's opposition relates more to subsidy removals than debt concerns.
Challenges in Iran Nuclear Talks
- Iran's supreme leader refuses US proposals that require abandoning uranium enrichment, rejecting US influence.
- Mixed messages from the US administration hinder progress in nuclear deal negotiations with Iran.