Morning Wire Aides Admit Biden’s Decline & Auburn Basketball Coach | Afternoon Update | 4.4.25
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Apr 4, 2025 Job growth is booming, with 228,000 new positions added despite rising unemployment. Biden's aides candidly discuss the president’s ongoing struggles, amid heightened trade tensions from new tariffs. YouTube introduces features to compete with TikTok, while Southwest Airlines shifts its baggage policy. An engaging interview with the Auburn basketball coach highlights the team's success and its wider impact, offering insights into sports and societal reflections.
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March Job Growth
- The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, exceeding expectations and February's figures.
- However, the unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.2%, and Wall Street experienced its worst drop since 2020.
New Tariffs on Chinese Imports
- Trump's new executive order will tax items under $800 from Chinese online retailers.
- This could impact discount retailers like Sheehan and Timu who benefited from the de minimis loophole.
Biden's Decline
- Two new books by Biden aides reveal his increasing confusion and fatigue during his presidency.
- Staffers used fluorescent tape to guide him, and his debate performance raised concerns.