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Trump's massive $5 trillion tax-and-spending bill scrapes through the Senate in a dramatic 50-50 vote, with VP JD Vance breaking the tie. The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' sparks outrage over deep Medicaid cuts and a soaring deficit, as the GOP faces internal rebellion and mounting public backlash.
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Time of India
8 minutes ago
- Time of India
Trump says Iran has not agreed to inspections, give up enrichment
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Iran had not agreed to inspections of its nuclear program or to give up enriching uranium. He told reporters aboard Air Force One that he believed Tehran's nuclear program had been set back permanently although Iran could restart it at a different location. Trump said he would discuss Iran with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he visits the White House on Monday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scientists: Tinnitus? When tinnitus won't go away, do this (Watch) Hearing Magazine Undo "I would say it's set back permanently," Trump said as he traveled to New Jersey after an Independence Day celebration at the White House. "I would think they'd have to start at a different location. And if they did start, it would be a problem." Trump said he would not allow Tehran to resume its nuclear program, adding that Iran did want to meet with him. Live Events The U.N. nuclear watchdog said on Friday it had pulled its last remaining inspectors from Iran as a standoff deepens over their return to the country's nuclear facilities bombed by the United States and Israel. The U.S. and Israel say Iran was enriching uranium to build nuclear weapons. Tehran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. Israel launched its first military strikes on Iran's nuclear sites in a 12-day war with the Islamic Republic three weeks ago. The International Atomic Energy Agency's inspectors have not been able to inspect Iran's facilities since then, even though IAEA chief Rafael Grossi has said that is his top priority. Iran's parliament has passed a law suspending cooperation with the IAEA until the safety of its nuclear facilities can be guaranteed. While the IAEA says Iran has not yet formally informed it of any suspension, it is unclear when the agency's inspectors will be able to return to Iran. Iran has accused the agency of effectively paving the way for the bombings by issuing a damning report on May 31 that led to a resolution by the IAEA's 35-nation Board of Governors declaring Iran in breach of its non-proliferation obligations. The U.S. and Israeli military strikes either destroyed or badly damaged Iran's three uranium enrichment sites. But it was less clear what has happened to much of Iran's nine tons of enriched uranium, especially the more than 400 kg (880 pounds) enriched to up to 60% purity, a short step from weapons grade.
The Hindu
15 minutes ago
- The Hindu
B2 bombers roars over White House; Donald Trump and Melania Trump celebrate U.S. Independence Day
U.S. President Donald Trump signed his flagship tax and spending Bill into law on Friday (July 4,2025), capping a grandiose White House Independence Day ceremony featuring a stealth bomber fly-by. Mr. Trump also played down criticism by Democrats that the unpopular legislation will slash social welfare programs, saying: 'You won't even notice it.' With First Lady Melania Trump at his side, Mr. Trump watched from the White House balcony as two B-2 bombers — the same type that recently struck Iranian nuclear sites — roared overhead, accompanied by F-35 and F-22 fighter jets. The 79-year-old's victory lap came a day after Republicans fell into line and passed the sprawling mega-Bill, allowing him to sign it as he had hoped on the Fourth of July holiday. The Bill honours many of Mr. Trump's campaign promises: extending tax cuts from his first term, boosting military spending and providing massive new funding for Mr. Trump's migrant deportation drive. 'Never been anything like it' The legislation's signing caps two weeks of significant wins for Mr. Trump that have seen him tighten his grip on power and his party alike. The successes include the recent Iran-Israel ceasefire that was sealed after what he called the 'flawless' U.S. air strikes on Iran. Pilots who carried out the bombing on Iran were among those invited to the White House event, which included a picnic for military families on the South Lawn. 'The last two weeks, there has never been anything like it, as far as winning,' said Mr. Trump. Mr. Trump had however forced through the tax Bill despite deep misgivings in the Republican Party that it would balloon the national debt. The legislation is expected to pile an extra $3.4 trillion over a decade onto the U.S. deficit. It squeezed past a final vote in the House of Representatives 218-214 after Republican Speaker Mike Johnson worked through the night to corral the final group of dissenters. Mr. Trump thanked Johnson at the White House event, saying: 'What a job.' 'Horrible day' Mr. Trump's billionaire former ally Elon Musk was among the most vocal critics, and he has pledged to set up a new political party to oppose Republicans who backed the Bill. Democrats and many voters have meanwhile expressed concerns that the 'big beautiful Bill' will gut health and welfare support. The Bill will force through the largest cuts to the Medicaid health insurance program for low-income Americans since its 1960s launch, while also shrinking federal food assistance programs. Up to 17 million people could lose their insurance coverage under the Bill, according to some estimates. Scores of rural hospitals are expected to close as a result. But Mr. Trump played down the concerns. 'They've developed a standard line, and we can't let them get away with it. 'Oh, it's dangerous. Oh, everybody's going to die.' It's actually just the opposite,' said Mr. Trump. Democrats hope public opposition to the Bill will help them flip the House in the 2026 midterm election, pointing to data showing that it represents a huge redistribution of wealth from the poorest Americans to the richest. People attending the Fourth of July parade in Washington on Saturday had mixed feelings. 'Yesterday was a horrible day, today is the best part of America,' said Elisabeth Hubir, 70.
Time of India
25 minutes ago
- Time of India
Trump signs 'take it or leave it' tariff letters for 12 countries, going out Monday
Tariff deadline nears amid faltering trade talks Live Events Deals with UK and Vietnam; India, EU talks stall (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel US President Donald Trump on Friday said he has signed a set of letters outlining proposed tariff levels on exports from 12 countries, with the missives set to be sent out on Monday. The offers, he said, would be non-negotiable — a "take it or leave it" proposition to U.S. trading to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to New Jersey, Trump declined to identify the countries receiving the letters, saying their names would be revealed on Monday."I signed some letters and they'll go out on Monday, probably twelve," he told reporters. "Different amounts of money, different amounts of tariffs."The plan marks a shift from earlier this week, when Trump had indicated that the first batch of letters would be sent on Friday — a national holiday — though the timing has now been April, Trump unveiled a base tariff of 10% on most goods entering the U.S., with the possibility of higher rates — up to 50% — for certain countries. Those elevated tariffs were put on hold for 90 days to allow time for negotiations, but that suspension is set to expire on July on Friday suggested the tariffs could go even higher, potentially reaching 70% for some countries, with most new rates expected to take effect from August White House initially aimed to negotiate customized tariff deals with several nations, but frustrations over stalled talks with key players like Japan and the European Union appear to have prompted a change in approach."The letters are better ... much easier to send a letter," Trump said, indicating a preference for direct, unilateral communication over protracted negotiation far, Washington has concluded agreements with just two countries. The United Kingdom secured a deal in May to maintain the 10% base rate and obtained preferential treatment in sectors like automotive and aircraft engines. Vietnam also reached a deal, agreeing to a reduced tariff of 20%, down from a proposed 46%, and allowing duty-free entry for many U.S. with India have not yielded results, and EU diplomats said Friday that talks with the Trump administration had failed to break the deadlock. European negotiators are now considering maintaining current trade terms in hopes of avoiding further tariff Trump's earlier prediction that broader trade deals might be sealed before the July 9 deadline, there was no indication on Friday of such agreements being finalized.
