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Postal services that suspended US shipments need time to prepare for new tariffs, UN agency says

The United Nations agency that coordinates international mail deliveries says it is working to get small parcels dispatched to the United States again by resolving confusion over the pending elimination of a U.S. tariff exemption for low-cost imports.
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On Friday, the Trump administration ended the de minimis exemption for low-value goods entering the U.S., changing customs rules.

This exemption, existing since 1938, allowed small imports to bypass tariffs, but was closed due to exploitation by businesses and criminals.

Over 30 countries, including nearly all European nations, have restricted or halted the delivery of parcels destined for the United States that are worth $800 or below due to the impending removal of a tariff exemption.

The Universal Postal Union indicated that its members faced a tight deadline and lacked clear instructions to meet new requirements, and it is collaborating with U.S. officials to address challenges related to shipping e-commerce items.

This shift implies new customs vetting and tariffs between 10% to 50% will apply to many small imports, requiring carriers and businesses to adapt quickly.
 

Trump urges criminal charges against George Soros, son

US President Donald Trump called Wednesday for billionaire George Soros and his son to face criminal charges over unfounded claims that the family, a favorite target of the right, is behind "violent protests" around the country.
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On August 27, 2025, President Donald Trump called for criminal charges under the RICO Act against George Soros and his son Alex, alleging their support of violent protests across the United States.

Trump made these accusations amid a broader campaign of legal threats and probes against perceived political rivals, despite offering no evidence of wrongdoing by the Soros family.

George Soros, a 95-year-old billionaire philanthropist and Holocaust survivor, has funneled millions through his Open Society Foundations into progressive causes for over three decades, with his son now leading the organization.

Trump accused George Soros and his son Alex, describing them as prominent left-wing figures, of involvement in violent demonstrations and suggested they should face federal racketeering charges. Representatives from the Open Society Foundations condemned these statements, labeling them as baseless and offensive.

These events reflect continuing political polarization with repeated conspiracy theories targeting Soros, and no formal charges or investigations against him have been publicly confirmed as of this date.
 

Handling crime is a strength for Trump as most Americans see it as a 'major problem' in large cities, AP-NORC poll finds

Handling crime is a strength for Trump as most Americans see it as a 'major problem' in large cities, AP-NORC poll finds.
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A recent AP-NORC survey from August 21-25, 2025, revealed that 81% of Americans consider crime to be a serious issue in major urban areas across the country.

The poll's results follow rising concern about crime, with President Trump responding by deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and threatening similar federal involvement elsewhere.

The survey of 1,182 adults showed 53% approve of Trump's handling of crime, with support stronger among Republicans, whites, Hispanics, and roughly half of independents, though Black adults showed much lower approval.

The poll indicates crime is a relative strength for Trump and that Americans largely reject federal takeovers of local police, suggesting ongoing debate about balancing law enforcement support and civil oversight.
 

US job market weakens further in August, raising fears over economy

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 75,000 in August while the unemployment rate edged up tp 4.3%, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
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  • The Labor Department revealed that job growth in the nonfarm sector increased by 22,000 during August, falling short of the anticipated 80,000 new positions.
  • This slowdown comes after revisions removed over 250,000 previously reported job additions in May and June, and coincided with President Trump dismissing the head of the agency responsible for labor data amid accusations that the employment figures had been manipulated.
  • The report showed the unemployment rate increased to 4.3%, its highest since 2021, with declines in manufacturing and government jobs offsetting health care gains.
  • Fed Chair Jerome Powell noted changing economic conditions may require policy adjustments, and CME data indicate a 99.1% chance of the Fed lowering rates by at least 0.25% at its September 17 meeting.
  • These trends suggest ongoing labor market weakening and raise concerns about the U.S. economy's health, influencing expectations for near-term Federal Reserve interest rate cuts
 
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Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Ending of Legal Protections for 1.1 Million Venezuelans and Haitians

A federal judge on Friday ruled against the Trump administration from ending temporary legal protections that have granted more than 1 million people from Haiti and Venezuela the right to live and work in the United States.
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A federal judge ruled against the Trump administration from ending temporary legal protections for 1.1 million Venezuelans and Haitians living and working in the United States.

The judge said the Homeland Security Secretary's actions in terminating the Temporary Protected Status extensions granted by the previous administration exceeded her authority and were arbitrary.

Temporary Protected Status allows people in the U.S. to live and work if conditions in their home countries are deemed unsafe due to natural disasters, political instability or other dangers
 

Trump signs order offering some tariff exemptions to countries with US trade deals

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order offering some tariff exemptions as soon as Monday to trading partners who strike deals on industrial exports such as nickel, gold and other metals, as well as pharmaceutical compounds and chemicals. Trump has spent his first seven months in...
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  • Trump signed an executive order modifying tariff exemptions for countries with US trade deals, taking effect on September 8, 2025.
  • Certain products like bullion and critical minerals were added to the exemption list while some items were removed from exemptions.
  • Countries must sign trade agreements addressing the US trade deficit to benefit from reduced tariffs under the new Potential Tariff Adjustments for Aligned Partners Annex
 

Why Rising Black Unemployment Is a Warning Sign for America's Economy

The unemployment rate for Black workers reached 7.5% in August — its highest level since October 2021 (7.6%)
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By Auzinea Bacon, CNN (CNN) — August, which is heralded as Black Business Month, should have been a time to celebrate the Black labor force. But last month’s jobs report showed unemployment rates increased for Black workers — and it could point to an economic slump. The unemployment rate for Black workers reached 7.5% in August — its highest level since October 2021 (7.6%) — and followed consecutive increases in June (6.8%) and July (7.2%). A ri…

Worker confidence in finding a new job hits record low in New York Fed survey

In the latest sign of trouble for the U.S. labor market, confidence in the ability to move from one job to another has hit a record low, according to a New York Federal Reserve survey released Monday.
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In the latest sign of trouble for the U.S. labor market, confidence in the ability to move from one job to another has hit a record low, according to a New York Federal Reserve survey released Monday.
 
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US inflation increased more than expected to 2.9% in August

U.S. consumer prices rose more than expected in August and the annual increase in inflation was the largest in seven months, but the data is not expected to prevent a much-anticipated interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week against the backdrop of labor market weakness.
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  • US inflation increased to 2.9% in August, driven by increased prices for gas, groceries, and airfare, as reported by the Labor Department.
  • Core prices, excluding food and energy, rose 3.1%, remaining above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, according to Labor Department figures.
  • Chair Jerome Powell indicated that the Federal Reserve is likely to cut the short-term rate to about 4.1% in response to rising unemployment and inflation challenges.
  • The unemployment rate in August increased to 4.3%, with an uptick in weekly unemployment claims suggesting potential layoffs ahead
 
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Trump’s Tariffs Could Push Nearly 1 Million Americans Into Poverty, Report Finds

By Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff regime is already reshaping global trade and spiking government customs revenue. But these historic import taxes could also push more Americans into poverty, according to new research. An analysis published by The Budget...
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  • According to an analysis, 650,000 to 875,000 Americans will fall into poverty due to Trump's new import tariffs.
  • As of September 4, all imports to the U.S. are subject to at least a 10% tariff, with many trading partners facing significantly higher rates.
  • Researchers estimate that in 2025, tariffs will cause a 1.7% price increase, with an average household losing $2,300 in income and lower-income households losing at least $1,300
 
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