US Weekly Headlines: Policy Change and Government Shutdown
Key developments this week in Washington include a policy change for Pentagon officials and the ongoing government shutdown.
Trump Imposes Tariffs and Ceases Aid to Colombia
President Donald Trump has announced that the US will eliminate assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports.
Trump referred to Colombia's leader Gustavo Petro as "an illegal drug leader" who is "low-rated and very unpopular."
Trump stated that Colombia has "no fight against the drugs" and is "a drug manufacturing machine" with "a lunatic" for a president.
Policy Changes for Pentagon Officials
The policy changes aim to eliminate miscommunication between Congress and Pentagon officials.
Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs on Colombia and changes Pentagon policies.
- Government shutdown continues
- Trump imposes new tariffs starting October
- US ceases aid to Colombia
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