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Trump Unleashes Tariffs Amid Iran Protests and Violence

1/14/2026

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Trump Tariffs Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries engaging in business with Iran after protests escalated and hundreds were killed by security forces.
Trump said Iran's leaders expressed a desire to negotiate and warned of possible U.S. intervention if violence continues.
Protests in the United States intensified, with violence in Los Angeles.
The Supreme Court will rule on state bans against transgender athletes, affecting 27 states.

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Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Bans

The Supreme Court's conservative majority is likely to uphold state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
During arguments, the court warned overturning laws could undermine Title IX.
The case involves Becky Pepper-Jackson, a 15-year-old transgender girl from West Virginia who argues she lacks a competitive advantage.
The ruling could affect similar laws in 27 states.
Three liberal justices noted the athletes involved might not have unfair advantages.

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Trump Tariffs Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries engaging in business with Iran after protests escalated and hundreds were killed by security forces.
Trump said Iran's leaders expressed a desire to negotiate and warned of possible U.S. intervention if violence continues.
Protests in the United States intensified, with violence in Los Angeles.
The Supreme Court will rule on state bans against transgender athletes, affecting 27 states.

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