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As Donald Trump reasserts his influence on U.S. policy and global affairs, America finds itself at a crossroads. America Under Trump is a deep-dive series by EconoTimes, analyzing the sweeping economic, social, and geopolitical shifts under his leadership. From trade wars and tax reforms to foreign policy and domestic unrest, this series explores the impact of Trump's decisions on markets, businesses, and everyday citizens. Through expert analysis, data-driven insights, and exclusive commentary, we unpack the lasting effects of Trump’s governance on the future of America and the world.

US under Trump Series

Will Donald Trump bring back the border wall in 2025?

Nov 19, 2024 09:40 am UTC| Politics

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House in January 2025, speculation is mounting over whether he will reinstate one of his most polarizing policies: the U.S.-Mexico border wall. During his first term, the...

US under Trump Series

What are Donald Trump's plans for Social Security and Medicare in 2025?

Nov 19, 2024 09:34 am UTC| Politics

Donald Trumps anticipated second term as President has reignited contentious discussions surrounding the future of Social Security and Medicare. As speculation swirls over proposed reforms, critics and supporters alike are...

US under Trump Series

Donald Trump’s tax plan for 2025: What it means for middle-class Americans?

Nov 19, 2024 09:31 am UTC| Politics

Donald Trumps proposed tax plan for 2025 has reignited conversations about economic equity, potential benefits for middle-class Americans, and the contentious issue of corporate tax rates. As the President-elect prepares...

US under Trump Series

How will Donald Trump handle the Ukraine-Russia conflict in 2025?

Nov 19, 2024 09:27 am UTC| Politics

In 2025, President Donald Trumps approach to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict has ignited fervent discussions on the global stage. Known for his unconventional strategies and unpredictable foreign policies, Trump has...

US under Trump Series

Donald Trump’s top foreign policy goals for 2025 explained

Nov 19, 2024 09:24 am UTC| Politics Law

Donald Trump, the United States 47th president-elect, has unveiled a sweeping foreign policy agenda for his upcoming term, sparking both anticipation and apprehension. His priorities aim to redefine Americas role on the...

US under Trump Series

Donald Trump’s immigration policies: What's changing in 2025?

Nov 19, 2024 09:20 am UTC| Politics Law

Donald Trumps return to the White House in 2025 signals a seismic shift in U.S. immigration policies, sparking praise from supporters and fierce backlash from critics. The president-elects agenda reportedly includes...

US under Trump Series

How does Donald Trump plan to address inflation in 2025?

Nov 19, 2024 09:18 am UTC| Politics Economy

Donald Trump is preparing to reenter the White House in January 2025, with inflation expected to be a top priority on his administrations economic agenda. After years of record-breaking price hikes under President Joe...

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Economy

Gold Prices Slip in Asia as Iran Strait Deadline Looms

Gold prices retreated in Asian trading on Monday following a strong weekly performance, with investors closely watching escalating tensions between the United States and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Spot gold...

Strait of Hormuz Crisis Fuels Oil Surge as Asian Markets Brace for Impact

Asian markets opened with a cautious tone Monday as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continued shaking investor confidence. U.S. President Donald Trumps stern warning to Iran threatening devastating military...

Dollar Holds Steady as Yen Nears Critical 160 Level Amid Iran War Escalation

Global currency markets opened cautiously on Monday as the U.S. dollar maintained its footing while the Japanese yen hovered dangerously close to the psychologically significant 160-per-dollar threshold. Thin trading...

Morgan Stanley: Fed Rate Cuts Still on Track Despite Oil-Driven Inflation

Morgan Stanley believes the Federal Reserve will push forward with interest rate cuts in 2026, even as rising oil prices temporarily inflate headline inflation figures. According to the banks analysts, the current...

China's Energy Resilience Shields Economy From Global Oil Shock, Goldman Sachs Says

Goldman Sachs analysts believe China is among the best-positioned major economies to weather the current oil price shock stemming from escalating Middle East tensions, citing the countrys diversified energy strategy,...

Politics

Taiwan Opposition Leader's China Visit: A Peace Mission Amid Rising Tensions

Taiwans Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun is heading to China on Tuesday in a landmark visit the first by a KMT leader in over a decade. She describes the trip as a peace mission, with a potential meeting with...

U.S. and Iran Edge Toward Potential 45-Day Ceasefire Amid Escalating Tensions

Diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran are gaining momentum, with mediators from Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey joining negotiations aimed at brokering a potential 45-day ceasefire, according to a report by...

Britain Courts Anthropic Amid US Defense Department Dispute

The United Kingdom is actively working to attract Anthropic, the company behind the popular Claude AI app, to expand its footprint in the country. This diplomatic push comes as Anthropic finds itself in the middle of a...

Iran Rejects Trump's Hormuz Ultimatum, Threatens Wider Trade Disruption

Iran has firmly pushed back against U.S. President Donald Trumps latest threats over the Strait of Hormuz, dismissing his ultimatum and introducing new conditions that could further destabilize global trade routes. The...

Trump Issues Deadline for Iran to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Conflict

President Donald Trump has set an 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the worlds most critical oil shipping routes, warning of severe military consequences if the demand...

Science

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

NASA's Artemis II Mission: First Crewed Lunar Journey Since Apollo

NASA's Artemis II Crew Arrives in Florida for Historic Moon Mission

The four astronauts chosen for NASAs Artemis II mission have touched down at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the beginning of final launch preparations for the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. NASA...

SpaceX Pivots Toward Moon City as Musk Reframes Long-Term Space Vision

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed a significant shift in the companys near-term space exploration strategy, announcing that SpaceX is now prioritizing the development of a self-growing city on the Moon rather than focusing...

SpaceX Prioritizes Moon Mission Before Mars as Starship Development Accelerates

Elon Musks SpaceX is shifting its near-term space exploration strategy, choosing to prioritize a return to the Moon before pursuing missions to Mars, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report citing sources familiar...

Technology

OpenAI Executive Shake-Up Ahead of Anticipated 2026 IPO

OpenAI is navigating a significant leadership restructuring at one of the most pivotal moments in its history. The AI powerhouse confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap is transitioning into a newly created...

Elon Musk Ties SpaceX IPO Access to Mandatory Grok AI Subscriptions

Elon Musk is reportedly making Grok subscriptions a prerequisite for banks and advisers involved in SpaceXs highly anticipated initial public offering. According to the New York Times, citing insiders familiar with the...

MATCH Act Targets ASML and Chinese Chipmakers in New U.S. Export Crackdown

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has unveiled the MATCH Act, a landmark piece of draft legislation designed to tighten export restrictions on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment destined for China. The...

Microsoft's $10 Billion Japan Investment: AI Infrastructure and Data Sovereignty Push

Microsoft is set to pour approximately $10 billion into Japan between now and 2029, channeling funds into data center expansion and artificial intelligence infrastructure to meet the countrys growing demand for data...

Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Sparks Global Movement

Australias landmark social media ban for users under 16, which took effect in December, is reshaping digital policy conversations worldwide. Countries including Spain and Malaysia have signaled interest in adopting similar...