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SpaceX targeting Monday for next test of Starship megarocket
SpaceX targeting Monday for next test of Starship megarocket
Economy
by  AFP

Elon Musk has been making headlines for mass layoffs and funding cuts at US federal agencies under his so-called Department of Government Efficiency. Now, as one of President Donald Trump's closest advisors, the world's richest person faces allegations of wielding undue influence over regulatory agencies overseeing his companies.

Trump's fentanyl tariffs hold wider political aims: analysts
Trump's fentanyl tariffs hold wider political aims: analysts
Economy
by  AFP

In doubling down on tariffs targeting Canada, Mexico and China, US President Donald Trump cites a lack of progress on tackling fentanyl, but analysts say the drug crisis is just one of his political goals. In early February, Trump unveiled -- then temporarily halted -- sweeping tariffs on Canada and Mexico.