Memorial Day Reflections: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are, and The Road AheadBy the American Transformation Forum Remembering the Sacrifice Memorial Day is more than a long weekend or the unofficial start to summer. It is a sacred time for the American people to pause, remember, and honor those who laid down their lives in […]
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🇺🇸🧩 U.S.-China Trade Truce 2025: What It Means for America, China & Global Markets #USTrade #ChinaTrade #GlobalEconomy #TradeNegotiations #Tariffs #SupplyChains #GenevaTalks #USChinaRelations 📰 The Headlines Out of Geneva In May 2025, a high-stakes meeting in Geneva between U.S. and Chinese negotiators yielded a surprise breakthrough: a 90-day trade truce that significantly lowered tariffs on both sides.
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Introduction to Executive Orders Executive Orders (EOs) are formal directives issued by the President of the United States to federal administrative agencies. While not legislation, they carry the force of law, provided they align with the Constitution and existing statutes. Historically, presidents have utilized EOs to swiftly implement policy changes without awaiting Congressional approval. From
Inflationary Pressures and Monetary Policy: Navigating the Post-Tariff Landscape Meta Description: Explore how recent U.S. tariff policies are influencing inflation and challenging the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions in a complex economic environment. Keywords: U.S. tariffs, inflation, Federal Reserve, monetary policy, interest rates, trade policy, economic growth, consumer prices Introduction The U.S. economy is currently
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Disrupting Trade Flows: The Local and Global Impact of Tariff Changes Tariffs have long been used as economic levers to protect domestic industries, retaliate against trade imbalances, or incentivize local production. However, the recent wave of tariff changes has created a seismic shift in both local and global trade dynamics. As countries revise import and
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Financial Market Volatility: Decoding the Impact of Tariff Policy Changes In a rapidly evolving economic landscape, few issues have captured the attention of global financial markets more than changes in tariff policies. Recently, the announcement of tariff suspensions and hikes by the Trump administration has set off a whirlwind of market fluctuations, with ripple effects
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Under Pressure: The News Industry’s Struggle Amid Political Turbulence In the age of digital disruption and deepening political divides, the news industry stands at a critical crossroads. Once the watchdogs of democracy and the fourth estate of accountability, media organizations today find themselves under siege—not just economically, but ideologically. Nowhere was this crisis more visible
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Restructuring Foreign Aid: Implications for Global Health and Diplomacy By Dr. Vivian A. Atud, American Transformation Forum Introduction The Trump administration’s decision to implement a 90-day pause on new foreign aid obligations and disbursements was more than just a bureaucratic maneuver. It marked a fundamental shift in how the United States views its global commitments—particularly
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Evaluating the Effects of Trade Tariffs on Domestic Manufacturing Published: March 2025 | By Dr. Vivian Atud Introduction: The Return of Tariff-Led Trade Policy In February 2025, President Trump reinstated significant tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, signaling a renewed emphasis on trade protectionism. With a 25% tariff imposed on steel and a matching hike
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The Impact of Environmental Deregulation on Public Health and the Economy Abstract: The Trump administration initiated extensive rollbacks of environmental regulations, aiming to stimulate economic growth by reducing compliance costs for businesses. This paper examines the consequences of these deregulations on environmental quality, public health, and economic performance. Key Findings: Regulatory Rollbacks: The Environmental Protection
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