The Headlines When Putin, Xi and Modi Get Together, and a Legal Blow to Trump’s Tariffs
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Sep 2, 2025 World leaders, including Putin and Xi, gathered at a summit, showcasing shifting alliances amidst U.S. trade turmoil. A federal judge's ruling complicates Trump’s immigration policies while raising questions about economic chaos from lost tariffs. In Afghanistan, a devastating earthquake adds to humanitarian woes. Meanwhile, Puerto Rico experiences a surprising economic boost thanks to a concert by Bad Bunny, proving that sometimes music really can save the day.
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Summit Optics Signal New Global Alignments
- Global leaders used optics at the China summit to signal stable alternatives to U.S. unpredictability in trade and diplomacy.
- Paul Sonne argues India and others may see U.S. policy swings and seek more reliable partners like China and Russia.
U.S. Trade Moves Boost Rival Narratives
- Trump's tariff-driven unpredictability gave China and Russia a chance to pitch themselves as stable partners for trade.
- That shift made long-standing rhetoric about U.S. chaos suddenly more persuasive to other countries.
Court Questioning Authority Behind Tariffs
- A federal appeals court ruled many of Trump's tariffs illegal for lacking statutory authority, creating legal uncertainty.
- Judges left the tariffs in place temporarily, but the ruling could force repayment of billions if upheld.