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Trump Raises Tariffs on India; Abbott Targets Fleeing Lawmakers

8/5/2025

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In a bold move, President Trump declared a steep increase in tariffs on Indian exports, targeting India's dealings with Russian oil during the ongoing Ukraine crisis. His remarks highlighted India's perceived opportunism. Simultaneously, Texas Governor Greg Abbott took a hard stance, ordering the arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to thwart a contentious redistricting vote.

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In a bold move, President Trump declared a steep increase in tariffs on Indian exports, targeting India's dealings with Russian oil during the ongoing Ukraine crisis. His remarks highlighted India's perceived opportunism. Simultaneously, Texas Governor Greg Abbott took a hard stance, ordering the arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to thwart a contentious redistricting vote.