The 7 Wednesday, April 9, 2025
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Apr 9, 2025 This week dives into President Trump's new tariffs and their impact on global markets. A Supreme Court ruling on federal worker rehiring raises eyebrows, while severe flooding and rising egg prices hit home. Corporate profits soar amid bird flu, and iconic tracks are celebrated in the National Recording Registry. Debunking myths, the podcast clarifies the status of dire wolves and debates the ethics of creating dire wolf-like pups through genetic engineering, stressing the need to prioritize endangered species.
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Trump's New Tariffs
- President Trump's new tariffs on 86 countries have taken effect, impacting various goods.
- These tariffs include a minimum of 104% on Chinese goods, affecting products like iPhones.
Supreme Court Ruling
- The Supreme Court temporarily halted a court order requiring the Trump administration to rehire fired probationary workers.
- The ruling's impact remains uncertain due to prior rehirings and another judge's ruling.
IRS Commissioner Resignation
- Acting IRS commissioner, Melanie Krause, plans to resign over a data-sharing agreement with immigration authorities.
- The agreement involves sharing tax data of undocumented immigrants, potentially violating privacy laws.