Up First from NPR Trump Changes Tone On Tariffs, Russia And Ukraine, Education Executive Orders
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Apr 24, 2025 President Trump flips his stance on tariffs, suggesting substantial cuts to previously high rates. The discussion extends to his heated exchanges with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy over peace terms with Russia, showcasing a complex diplomatic landscape. In a bold move, Trump introduces executive orders targeting foreign funding and diversity initiatives in education, raising questions about ideological biases in schools. These topics reflect a shifting narrative in both trade and education policies, making for a compelling listen.
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Trump Softens Tariff Tone
- President Trump softened his tough stance on tariffs with China but has not yet changed the policy significantly.
- Tariffs remain historically high but tone shifts aim to ease economic uncertainty and trade tensions.
Ukraine Peace Deal Pressures
- The US pressures Ukraine to accept a peace deal favoring Russia, but Zelensky rejects key terms like acknowledging Crimea as Russian.
- Russia supports broader negotiations, pressing US diplomacy over military solution to the Ukraine conflict.
Education Orders Target DEI
- Trump signed executive actions targeting education, seeking to eliminate diversity initiatives and enhance scrutiny of foreign funding.
- Orders include overhauling college accreditation and changing K-12 discipline policies to roll back previous DEI-focused reforms.