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The Latest: Trump downplays tariff concerns as US stock sell-off worsens

The Latest: Trump downplays tariff concerns as US stock sell-off worsens

President Donald Trump is dismissing business concerns over the uncertainty caused by his planned tariffs on a range of American trading partners and the prospect of higher prices and isn’t ruling out the possibility of a recession this year.
Senate confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Trump's labor secretary

Senate confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Trump's labor secretary

The Senate voted Monday to confirm Lori Chavez-DeRemer as U.S.
Alberta becomes last province to join Ottawa's national school nutrition program

Alberta becomes last province to join Ottawa's national school nutrition program

EDMONTON — The Alberta and federal governments have ratified a $42-million agreement to expand meal programs for students. Officials say the federal money will come over three years and supplements Alberta's existing school nutrition program.
Manitoba premier says landfill search for two women's remains under budget

Manitoba premier says landfill search for two women's remains under budget

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says the search of a landfill for two murdered First Nations women is under budget, as work continues on identifying a set of remains found last month.
Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud

Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud

WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk pushed debunked theories about Social Security on Monday while describing federal benefit programs as rife with fraud, suggesting they will be a primary target in his crusade to reduce government spending.

In another climate and money withdrawal, US pulls out of climate damage compensation fund

Formalizing another withdrawal from both climate and foreign aid programs, the Trump administration has told world financial institutions that the U.S is pulling out of the landmark international climate Loss and Damage Fund.
Manitoba premier hints U.S. firms could be excluded from energy infrastructure work

Manitoba premier hints U.S. firms could be excluded from energy infrastructure work

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says the province's Crown-owned energy corporation could use its purchasing power to fight back against tariffs imposed by the United States.
'Despicable': NDP calls on Smith to cancel PragerU appearance with Ben Shapiro

'Despicable': NDP calls on Smith to cancel PragerU appearance with Ben Shapiro

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing calls to cancel a speaking appearance with conservative media personality Ben Shapiro at an upcoming fundraiser for Florida-based PragerU.
'More than brick and mortar:' DC begins removing 'Black Lives Matter' plaza near the White House

'More than brick and mortar:' DC begins removing 'Black Lives Matter' plaza near the White House

WASHINGTON (AP) — Starlette Thomas remembers coming down almost daily to the intersection of 16th and H streets, to protest police brutality and systemic racial iniquities during the summer of 2020.
Carney promises 'quick' transition after meeting with Trudeau

Carney promises 'quick' transition after meeting with Trudeau

OTTAWA — Liberal leader Mark Carney is promising a "seamless" and "quick" transition as he takes the reins from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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