Trump authorized the U.S. military to occupy land along the Mexican border. This directive permits armed forces to take a direct role in detaining undocumented immigrants and managing border infrastructure. The President claims the border is “under attack”, although illegal border crossings are at their lowest levels in decades.
South Korean authorities announced seizure of two tons cocaine ($679.6 million) from a Norwegian vessel.
President Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 41%, reflecting growing dissatisfaction. This decline is largely driven by concern over his aggressive trade policies. The implementation of widespread tariffs has sparked fears of inflation and economic instability, with many worried about long-term consequences. A recent poll showed that 72% of voters believe these tariffs will hurt the U.S. economy.
Tariffs Trigger Backlash On April 2, 2025, the White House announced tariffs on 185 countries, describing the move as “economic liberation.” The policy included a flat 10% tariff on all imports, with targeted increases—including a 145% tariff on Chinese goods. Critics warn the move will increase prices and may trigger a global depression. Following the backlash, Trump introduced a 90-day delay on tariffs—excluding China.
Markets Tumble The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted more than 1,700 points on April 3, marking one of its sharpest drops since 2020. The broader S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also plunged, with the Nasdaq officially entering bear market territory. Financial analysts linked the drop to investor panic over escalating trade tensions and the risk of an economic slowdown. Many warn that uncertainty could accelerate the slide.
Insider Trading Concerns Calls for investigation are growing after suspicious market activity occurred just before the White House rolled back part of the tariffs. Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, saying, “THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!! DJT,” hours before announcing the 90-day pause. Stocks surged shortly after the announcement, raising concern about the possible use of non-public information for financial gain.
Egg Prices Soar Egg prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, with the average cost per dozen reaching $6.23 in March 2025. Farmers point to a combination of challenges: rising feed costs, supply chain issues, and another wave of avian flu. While wholesale prices have begun to decline and bird flu cases are tapering off, retail prices remain high.
