Morning Wire Trump’s Canadian Tariff Win & NIH Vaccine Hesitancy Research | Afternoon Update | 3.11.25
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Mar 11, 2025 President Trump escalates tensions by imposing tariffs on Canada, prompting a fierce response. In other international news, the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine takes a dramatic turn with drone strikes and a new ceasefire effort. Meanwhile, vaccine hesitancy research funding from the NIH faces cuts, sparking dialogue on public health. As California gears up for primaries, a former congresswoman makes her gubernatorial bid, while a diaper company's innovative prayer campaign highlights challenges in fertility.
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Canadian Tariff Retaliation
- Canada backed down on a 25% surcharge on electricity exports after Trump imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum.
- This followed Trump's demands to remove Canadian dairy tariffs and threats of auto tariffs.
Moscow Drone Attack and Ceasefire
- A drone attack on Moscow killed two and injured 18, causing airport closures and damage.
- This occurred before Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire with the U.S. and Russia.
Tanker Collision
- A Portuguese tanker collided with a U.S. military jet fuel tanker in the North Sea.
- One crew member is presumed dead, and authorities are monitoring for spills near fishing grounds.