Stories from Washington · United States

Peter Navarro, senior trade and manufacturing advisor and architect of Donald Trump's tariff wars, stated that the White House's economic priority is combating inflation, specifically regarding beef. Navarro noted that an 85% concentration level in the industry invites collusion.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told international investors in Washington, D.C. that the United States will seek energy infrastructure investments. He stated the administration aims to deliver trillions of dollars in commitments from trading partners.

The COVID-19 emergency declaration in the United States remains in effect and is set to last until 2029. These emergency measures fall under the broad authority of the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act.

A defamation lawsuit has been filed by the Trump family's cryptocurrency venture.

The United States Secret Service reported exchanging gunfire with an armed suspect in the vicinity of the White House. The incident involved Secret Service agents. A US agent identified as Klein shot and wounded a man outside the White House after the suspect allegedly fired at him and fled. A US agent patrolling outside the White House encountered a man acting suspiciously and appearing to carry a firearm. The suspect was critically injured and transported to a hospital. The motive for the suspect's actions is currently unknown. President Trump was reportedly hosting a small corporate banquet at the time, which was not disrupted. The suspect fired at the agent before fleeing and was hit in return fire. He is in critical condition and receiving hospital treatment. Authorities recovered an illegal weapon but have not determined the suspect's motive.

The United States foreign service has lost between 20% and 25% of its officers over the last 16 months. More than 90% of President Trump's ambassadors to date are political appointees rather than career diplomats.

A federal rule allowing Mifeprexone to be prescribed through telemedicine and delivered by mail has been paused until at least May 11. The use of the drug has become more widespread since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Scott Carr reported from Washington.

Donald Trump stated in a Fox News interview that he will discuss the Falkland Strait with Xi Jinping. The source suggested Donald Trump lacks a secondary plan to conclude the intervention as Iran remains unwilling to reach a resolution. He was reportedly advised to avoid using war-like language. A man was shot by Secret Service agent Klyne near the White House after allegedly firing on the agent, and is now hospitalized. The suspect is in serious condition and an illegal firearm was recovered. The incident occurred during a reception hosted by President Trump. The suspect fled but was hit by return fire and taken to a hospital. His motive is unknown. President Trump was hosting a small corporate dinner at the time, which was not affected. A 17-year-old was involved in a struggle with students and was shot.

The United States is approaching the commencement of a major combat operation against Iran. The report also mentioned that traffic in Hong Kong has largely been restored after earlier incidents, with roads near Princess Margaret Hospital and Sha Tin reopened.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Haruki ruled that the confinement of a defendant, identified as Allen, was akin to solitary confinement. Allen, who has no prior criminal record, was reportedly confined to a cell nearly 24 hours a day following an incident involving U.S.