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News Wrap: Trump announces 25% tariffs on cars from the EU

Season 2026 Episode 91 | 5m 43s

In our news wrap Friday, Trump says he’s raising tariffs next week on cars and trucks from the EU, the Pentagon says it has made deals with seven major tech companies to use their AI tools, a former Miami congressman with ties to Rubio was convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela, and events have been taking place around the world to mark May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day.

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