CNN 5 Things Trump's auto tariffs, wartime law on hold, Dollar Tree's merger ends & more
Mar 26, 2025
President Trump has triggered a 25 percent tariff on foreign cars, igniting debates over domestic pricing and automaker backlash. In a twist, leaked military plans have surfaced, stirring concerns about U.S. military strategy. A court has blocked Trump's deportation powers under wartime law, complicating immigration strategy. Meanwhile, the search for four missing U.S. soldiers continues, and Dollar Tree grapples with the fallout of its failed merger with Family Dollar, raising questions about corporate stability.
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Trump's Auto Tariffs
- President Trump announced tariffs on cars not made in the U.S.
- This comes after U.S. automakers lobbied for exemptions to tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico.
Leaked War Plans
- Leaked messages revealed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed classified information about U.S. airstrikes.
- Hegseth downplayed the leaks as a "team update," but officials claim war plans weren't discussed.
Alien Enemies Act Ruling
- A federal appeals court blocked Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations.
- A Trump-appointed judge dissented, arguing the case should be handled in Texas.