The 7 Trump’s Asia tour; Louvre heist arrests; Hurricane Melissa forecast; and more
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Oct 27, 2025 Hannah Jewell dives into Trump's Asia tour, discussing trade deals and a potential meeting with Kim Jong-un. She also investigates the arrests related to the Louvre jewelry heist, where $102 million in jewels remain unaccounted for. Amid growing concerns, rising cancer rates among young adults in the Midwest are examined. The ominous Hurricane Melissa is now a formidable Category 5, threatening Jamaica. Finally, the podcast reveals why electricity prices are climbing, focusing on infrastructure costs rather than tech demands.
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Trade-Focused Asia Tour
- Trump's Asia trip centers on trade and de-escalating tariffs with China through a negotiated framework.
- The visit also sets up high-stakes meetings with Xi Jinping and a possible meeting with Kim Jong-un in South Korea.
Smaller Firms Carry Legal Burden
- Large law firms have pulled back from challenging the administration, shifting litigation to smaller and mid-sized firms.
- This reshapes the legal battleground for nearly 400 lawsuits tied to Trump's policies and executive orders.
Louvre Heist Arrests Reported
- Paris prosecutors arrested suspects after the Louvre jewelry heist a week earlier, though recovery details remain unclear.
- One arrested man was reportedly preparing to leave the country from a Paris airport amid the $102 million theft investigation.