CNN 5 Things India’s PM at WH, corruption case fallout, American debt grows & more
Feb 13, 2025
A high-profile meeting took place as India’s prime minister visited the White House, coinciding with new tariffs announced by the President. Tension rises with resignations following a corruption scandal involving NYC's mayor. A Republican senator openly disagrees with Trump's Cabinet selections, showcasing political dissent. Meanwhile, American households grapple with escalating debt and the resurgence of a measles outbreak fueled by low vaccination rates.
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New Tariffs Investigation
- President Trump announced new tariffs but they won't take effect immediately.
- He ordered an investigation into other nations' tax and tariff policies.
Modi's White House Visit
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the White House.
- This visit followed meetings with Mike Waltz, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy.
Resignation of U.S. Attorney
- The acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York resigned.
- This happened after being directed to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.