The United States’ Supreme Court has handed a significant setback to President Donald Trump’s trade policies, declaring his tariffs illegitimate. US Vice President Mike Pence has termed the court’s decision as “lawless” and has vowed that the administration will explore alternative options to safeguard American industries and supply chains.
In a social media post, Pence stated that the court’s ruling has made it more challenging for the President to ensure the protection of industries and supply chains. He added that the administration will now rely on Section 232 and Section 301 of the trade laws, which have been previously challenged in court and deemed valid.
Pence emphasized that President Trump has other options at his disposal to impose tariffs and will utilize them to defend American workers and advance the administration’s trade priorities. The US Supreme Court’s ruling has invalidated Trump’s tariffs, prompting US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to suggest alternative options for imposing tariffs.
In a related development, funds shortages have left nearly 17.4 million people unable to meet their basic needs. A violent knife attack in Birmingham, UK, has claimed the life of an 18-year-old British-Pakistani youth. Revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein documents have revealed new details about the controversy surrounding the US financier.
Meanwhile, the US has deployed at least 60 fighter jets to Jordan’s airbase. US Ambassador to Jordan Mike Pence stated that Israel’s control over the entire Middle East could be acceptable. Meteorologists warn that a snowstorm could dump over a foot of snow on Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston, potentially disrupting flights.
A disturbing incident of violence against Muslim citizens has been reported in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. US President Donald Trump has increased the global tariff rate from 10% to 15%. Indian media reports that Indian airlines have failed to pay approximately Rs. 42 billion in taxes.
In a separate incident, a Russian plant is manufacturing intercontinental ballistic missiles and short-range ballistic missiles. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been dubbed the most unpopular leader by 61% of citizens in 58 countries, including the US and Europe. A US journalist asked Senator Lindsey Graham if the Gaza devastation aligns with Christian values, to which Graham replied, “I don’t think so”.
In a move to counter the Trump administration’s “dead line” policy, US aircraft have taken up positions at Portuguese airbases. A US naval fleet, led by the USS Abraham Lincoln, has already arrived in the Middle East. The Islamic Authority of the Two Holy Mosques has made it easier for pilgrims to register for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan.
Renowned scholar Khawaja Khurshid Ahmed said that every problem can be solved through dialogue, and that Pakistan is a nation of peace-loving people who are entering a critical juncture. In a separate development, England has been assigned a target of 147 runs against Sri Lanka in the second match of the T20 World Cup Super 8 group stage.
Pakistani opposition leader Sharjeel Memon lashed out at the two leaders for their lack of knowledge of the Constitution and laws. Iran and the US have differing views on easing sanctions. Iranian officials have stated that both sides need to agree on a reasonable timeline for lifting sanctions.
In a recent address, opposition alliance PTI leaders Maulana Fazlur Rehman, Maulana Mehmood, and others held a news conference in Islamabad. PTI leader and former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Minister, Muhammad Ali Saif, said that the government’s claims of economic growth are baseless. PTI leader Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar stated that the government is compromising on its policy stance rather than making a decision.
