US Weekly Headlines: Policy Change and Government Shutdown
This week, Washington is dealing with a prolonged government shutdown, new tariffs imposed by Trump, and a cessation of aid to Colombia, along with policy changes for Pentagon officials to eliminate miscommunication with Congress.
Trump Imposes Tariffs and Ceases Aid to Colombia
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will eliminate assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports, citing Colombia's lack of effort to stop drug production, according to the Associated Press.
Trump referred to Colombia's leader Gustavo Petro as "an illegal drug leader" who is "low-rated and very unpopular."
Trump further stated that Colombia has "no fight against the drugs" and is "a drug manufacturing machine" with "a lunatic" for a president.
Key Developments
- Government shutdown continues
- New tariffs imposed by Trump
- Cessation of aid to Colombia
- Policy changes for Pentagon officials
Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs, cuts aid to Colombia amidst government shutdown.