The Headlines Trump’s Cabinet Shake-Up, and a Friday News Quiz
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May 2, 2025 Discover major shifts within the White House as key advisors face potential changes, impacting foreign policy dynamics. Explore the rising costs of online shopping after the end of a crucial tariff exemption. Delve into the administration's healthcare policy cuts, including student mental health funding. Engage with a quirky news quiz and the controversial debate over texting in movie theaters—highlighted by an interactive horror film experience. It's a mix of serious news with a fun twist!
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Waltz's White House Exit & Role Shift
- Michael Waltz was removed as national security advisor partly due to controversy over a Signal chat group including a journalist.
- Trump's advisors found Waltz too hawkish, but he was reassigned as U.S. ambassador to the U.N.
Online Shopping Costs Rise
- Ending the $800 de minimis tariff exemption will raise costs for billions of small shipments from China.
- Online shoppers will face higher prices as companies begin passing tariffs onto consumers.
Tariff Impact Widens on Prices
- Trump's tariffs are causing price increases beyond just fast fashion and impulse buys.
- Major companies are warning customers that tariffs will increase costs across many products.