AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoU.S.-Canada Trade War: Canada and the U.S. walked away from tariff talks, and Washington moved ahead with 50% duties on about $20B in Canadian goods; Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will retaliate “dollar-for-dollar” starting Sept. 8, targeting sectors like steel, dairy, electronics and ag, while both sides warn the fight could strain the USMCA. Immigration Courts: A federal judge struck down Trump’s visa ban covering nationals from 75 countries, ruling Rubio exceeded authority. Middle East Tensions: A U.S. envoy says Israel did not warn Washington before an air base strike in northern Syria, raising fears of escalation with Turkey. Iran Pressure: Iran condemned new U.S. sanctions plans as oil shipments stall in the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. signals tougher economic warfare. Politics & Elections: Trump’s coalition shows cracks ahead of the midterms, with erosion among independents and some Hispanic and moderate voters. Public Health: New York reports 28 confirmed measles cases in 2026 and urges vaccinations as school starts. Defense & Tech: The U.S. cleared major missile and rocket sales to allies and approved Italy counter-drone guidance; China’s next aircraft carrier appears to be taking shape.
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