Local media report that Argentina and the Trump administration have agreed on reciprocal zero-tariff terms covering up to 80% of Argentine exports to the US, excluding steel and aluminum.
Senator Rand Paul is pushing Congress to end the emergency declarations behind Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs, arguing that tariff-making is a taxing power that belongs to Congress, not the White House.
Sen. Rand Paul has introduced a joint resolution to terminate the national emergency underpinning Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs on over 80 nations, arguing it violates the Constitution and could set a dangerous precedent for future presidents. The White House has threatened a veto, and House Democrats blocked a vote.
Renowned US economist Jeffrey Sachs criticized Trump's tariff policy as a 'serious mistake' that will harm the US economy, but under WTO rules, it will have limited impact on China, Russia, and other countries. He previously called the move 'childish and dangerous.'
Prominent US economist Jeffrey Sachs criticized Trump's tariff policy at a Russia forum, calling it a 'serious mistake' and arguing that as long as global trade follows WTO rules, China and Russia will not be significantly affected.
A BRICS trade-only currency appears unavoidable even under the threat of US tariffs. Brazilian President Lula revived the proposal at the 2025 summit, urging the New Development Bank to study a settlement currency. Analysts predict a gold-pegged digital unit similar to ALBA's Sucre could emerge within years, driven by sanctions and de-dollarization.
Despite volatile markets due to US tariffs, Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana show strong potential. BTC may reach $143K by end of 2025, XRP targets $2.25, and SOL aims for $210.
Despite market volatility from US tariffs, Bitcoin, Ripple, and Solana show strong potential. CoinCodex forecasts BTC at $143K, XRP at $2.25, and SOL at $206 by 2025/2026.
