Reuters World News Breonna Taylor, EU’s ‘nuclear option’ and Golden Dome
Jul 23, 2025
A former police officer faces 33 months in prison for Breonna Taylor's civil rights violation, sparking discussions on justice reform. The EU contemplates drastic retaliation against the U.S. over stalled trade negotiations, potentially taking a 'nuclear option.' Meanwhile, Trump’s Golden Dome project seeks new partners following a rift with Elon Musk, highlighting fierce competition in the space sector. The geopolitical landscape also shifts, with concerns about missile defense and repressive government actions in Tunisia.
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Controversial Breonna Taylor Sentencing
- The judge sentenced Brett Hankerson to over two years despite the DOJ asking for just one day.
- The DOJ suggested political considerations influenced the case, minimizing the crime's severity, but the judge disagreed.
EU's 'Nuclear Option' in Trade
- The EU's "anti-coercion" instrument could retaliate beyond tariffs including public tenders and investments.
- It might even restrict US digital and financial services, areas where the US has trade surpluses.
Golden Dome Seeks New Partners
- Trump's Golden Dome missile defense project seeks new partners after fallout with Elon Musk.
- They want to diversify from SpaceX to avoid vendor lock with companies like Amazon's Project Kuiper.