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š The Stocks to Watch When Supreme Court Rules on Trumpās Tariffs
Many are watching how markets may react to a pending Supreme Court decision regarding tariffs implemented under President Trump. Analysts identify specific stock sectors that could benefit or suffer depending on whether the court upholds or strikes down the tariffs. The Supreme Court rulingās impact could ripple through industries reliant on imports or exports. ā Bloomberg
āļø The Supreme Court sounds surprisingly open to a case against a death sentence
The Supreme Court is considering how the Eighth Amendmentās ban on ācruel and unusualā punishment applies to defendants with intellectual disabilities. Central to the case is whether borderline intellectual disability should disqualify a death sentence, and the Courtās conservative majority could narrow constitutional protections. This could lead to states having broader discretion to impose capital punishment in cases once thought protected. The outcome may reshape the Courtās interpretation of excessive punishments under the Constitution. ā The New York Times
š§¬ Mike Johnson strips military IVF coverage from defense bill
Language that would have expanded IVF coverage for military families was removed from the annual defense bill following pressure from House Speaker Mike Johnson. The provision had bipartisan support and was intended to address fertility challenges faced by service members. Its removal sparked backlash from lawmakers and advocates who say it undermines military readiness and family support. The decision highlights ongoing ideological battles over reproductive health policy. ā The Guardian
āļø FDA Head In Hot Water For Reportedly Delaying Abortion Pill Review Until After Midterms
A handful of national anti-abortion groups called for FDA Commissioner Martin Makary to be fired this week. āMakary is slow-walking an assessment of mifepristone until after the 2026 midterm elections.āā HuffPost
š§¬ American Cancer Society Endorses Pap Smear Alternative
Researchers and clinicians say self-administered cervical cancer screening tests could dramatically increase early detection, especially among people who avoid or lack access to traditional gynecological care. The tests allow individuals to collect samples at home, which are then analyzed for high-risk HPV strains linked to cervical cancer. Studies show the self-swab method is nearly as accurate as clinician-collected samples. Experts argue wider adoption could reduce disparities and save lives. ā The New York Times
š A reminder of Iranās continuing brutality
Iranian authorities have re-arrested Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi during a funeral for a fellow human rights lawyer, signaling a renewed crackdown on dissent and activism. Her detention follows ongoing repression of activists who demand transparency about suspicious deaths and broader government abuses. āIranās repression of its own people is getting worse. Teheran executed more than 1,000 people in the first nine months of 2025, the highest number in at least 15 years.ā ā The Washington Post
šµļøāāļø Secret meetings between FBI and Ukraine negotiator spark concern
High-level closed-door meetings in Miami between Ukraineās top peace negotiator Rustem Umerov and FBI leaders including Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino have raised alarms among Western diplomats. These interactions occurred alongside talks with a U.S. envoy on a proposed peace deal to end the war with Russia, creating confusion over U.S. policy and intentions. Some observers worry the discussions could be tied to corruption inquiries or pressure on Ukraine to accept territorial concessions. The meetings highlight the Trump administrationās expanded role and mixed messaging in the Ukraine peace process. ā The Washington Post
š¤ AI regulation is properly a national issue. But Trumpās executive order to bully states is the wrong way to act.
President Trumpās new executive order on artificial intelligence seeks a unified federal policy to maintain U.S. technological dominance by limiting disparate state regulations. The order empowers a federal litigation task force to challenge restrictive state laws and threatens funding penalties, raising constitutional concerns about executive overreach. While a national framework for AI oversight is widely seen as beneficial for innovation, critics argue that only Congress has the authority to enact such sweeping preemption and is the appropriate mechanism to balance innovation goals with legal norms. ā The Washington Post
š Moorhead City Council passes resolution supporting immigrant and refugee communities
The Moorhead City Council unanimously approved a resolution affirming support for immigrant and refugee communities, including Somali residents, during a time of heightened national rhetoric and enforcement pressures. Local leaders emphasized that welcoming diversity is part of Moorheadās identity and that public solidarity helps residents feel valued and secure. Community members expressed that visible support from elected officials encourages continued engagement and stability for families. ā KVRR
šļø Huntington Park City Council passes protections for tenants one month late on rent
The Huntington Park City Council unanimously approved new tenant protections that bar eviction for renters who are up to one month behind on rent, giving families extra time to catch up before facing displacement. Housing advocates argue this change is crucial amid economic instability and the ongoing impact of federal immigration enforcement on household income. While landlord groups warn the rule could tighten tenant screening, supporters say the measure helps prevent unnecessary homelessness. ā LAist
šØš¦ Canada to Require Social Media Sites to Report Child Sex Abuse
Canada is moving forward with legislation that would require social media platforms to report child sexual abuse material discovered on their services. The proposal aims to strengthen accountability by mandating cooperation with law enforcement and child protection authorities. Supporters argue the measure closes gaps that allow abuse to go unreported or ignored online. ā Bloomberg
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