China has suspended exports of critical rare earth minerals and magnets, escalating its trade war with the United States in direct retaliation to President Donald Trump's newly implemented 145% tariffs on Chinese imports.
Federal law enforcement has uncovered a wave of organized fraud and theft operations tied to foreign nationals, primarily Chinese and South American migrants, responsible for millions of dollars in losses across the United States. Recent convictions, investigations, and high-tech heists underscore growing threats to American retailers, financial institutions, and citizens.
President Donald Trump dismissed China's latest retaliation in the ongoing tariff battle — a reduction in the number of American films allowed in the country — with humor and confidence. During a Cabinet meeting Thursday, Trump brushed off concerns that Beijing is now targeting cultural exports, particularly Hollywood.
Sarah Wynn-Williams, former Director of Global Public Policy at Facebook (now Meta), testified before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism on Wednesday alleging that Meta compromised U.S. national security in efforts to gain favor with China.
Following President Donald Trump’s implementation of steep tariffs on Chinese imports, Amazon has reportedly begun canceling direct import orders for products manufactured in China and other Asian nations. The cancellations come in response to Trump’s April 2 tariff hike, which raised import duties on Chinese goods to 125%.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reaffirmed the Trump administration’s economic strategy Wednesday, emphasizing plans for trade alliances with key partners to counter China while brushing off fears of a financial meltdown.
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is enacting sweeping restrictions on Christian missionary work, effectively banning most foreign-led religious activity. New regulations set to take effect on May 1 will prohibit foreigners from preaching, sharing their faith, or establishing religious organizations without prior government approval.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new era of U.S.-Panama cooperation aimed at securing the Panama Canal from growing Chinese influence. Speaking Tuesday during a visit to Panama, Hegseth declared the canal must remain free and secure, rejecting China’s involvement in one of the world's most vital shipping routes.
