Critics say the tariff on Brazil could further erode the Trump administration's credibility as it pursues an aggressive trade agenda.

Scavino and two other top officials sold Trump Media stock with a combined value of up to $10 million before tariffs news

Trump on Wednesday announced a new 50% tariff on copper starting August 1, in a bid to promote domestic development of an industry critical to defense, electronics and automobiles. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Dan Scavino sold off at least $1 million in Truth Social stock on April 1, while Sergio Gor sold at least $15,000 a few days earlier.

Nvidia has been grappling with export controls on its AI chips implemented by the Trump administration in April for national security reasons.

Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal for a discussion and lunch at the White House, with the discussions to focus on business opportunities, a White House official said. Africa experts are waiting for Trump to announce dates for a broader summit with African leaders,

President Donald Trump said negotiators are “very close” to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, raising optimism for a long-elusive agreement as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the US.

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