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The Latest: Trump says he will double steel tariffs to 50%

The Latest: Trump says he will double steel tariffs to 50%

President Donald Trump said he is going to double the tariff rate on steel from 25% to 50%, a dramatic increase that could further increase prices for the metal used to make housing, autos and other goods. Trump was speaking at U.S.
FACT FOCUS: Trump’s claims about remedial math at Harvard don’t add up

FACT FOCUS: Trump’s claims about remedial math at Harvard don’t add up

As the White House moves to revoke Harvard University's certification to enroll foreign students — escalating a battle between the administration and the oldest and wealthiest college in the U.S.

US says student fled to China after being charged with voting illegally in Michigan

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A Chinese national who was charged with voting illegally in Michigan last fall has fled the U.S., federal authorities said Friday. The man, who is not a U.S.
B.C. launches public safety program aimed at stopping non-violent street crime

B.C. launches public safety program aimed at stopping non-violent street crime

VANCOUVER — British Columbia has launched a new public safety program aimed at reducing robbery, shoplifting, vandalism, property damage and other non-violent street crimes in high-traffic business areas.
Federal bill to bolster border security expected early next week

Federal bill to bolster border security expected early next week

OTTAWA — The Liberal government plans to introduce legislation soon to strengthen border security in response to continuing pressure from the United States. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree is expected to table a bill early next week.
The Department of Energy axes $3.7 billion in clean energy project grants

The Department of Energy axes $3.7 billion in clean energy project grants

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Friday he canceled nearly $4 billion in project grants, in another massive blow to clean energy and greenhouse gas emissions reduction efforts in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's administration.
Quebec tables bill to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers on sale of goods

Quebec tables bill to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers on sale of goods

QUÉBEC — Quebec is moving to lower interprovincial trade barriers, as part of a push by provinces and the federal government to increase domestic trade in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to release names of residential school priests

Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to release names of residential school priests

OTTAWA — The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation says it will soon release the names of 140 priests or brothers who worked in residential schools.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says Trump told her he would not pardon men convicted in kidnapping plot

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says Trump told her he would not pardon men convicted in kidnapping plot

MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says President Donald Trump would be going back on his word to her if he pardoned two men who are serving prison sentences for leading a 2020 plot to kidnap her .

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows

WASHINGTON (AP) — ABC’s “This Week” — National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett; World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain. ___ NBC's “Meet the Press” — House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.; Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga.