US Weekly Headlines: Policy Change and Government Shutdown
This week, Washington is dealing with a prolonged government shutdown, new tariffs, and ceased 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 US will stop assisting Colombia and impose tariffs on its exports, citing the country'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 on Colombia
- Aid to Colombia ceased
- Policy changes for Pentagon officials
Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs and ceases aid to Colombia.
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