Here are the top U.S. π Trade & Markets New 30% tariffs announced by President Trump on imports from Mexico and the EU, effective August 1, triggering stock market jitters—U.S. futures dipped while bond yields rose . With markets on alert, gold hit a three‑week high, buoyed by safe‑haven demand, and oil edged upward amid looming sanctions on Russia . π Natural Disasters & Infrastructure Central Texas flash floods have devastated communities, with at least 129 lives lost (including 27 children) and estimated damages of $18–22 billion. The disaster has sparked criticism over climate change denial and federal budget cuts to forecasting services . πΊπΈ U.S. Politics & Government Large-scale ICE raids in Los Angeles have sparked public backlash. Homeland Security Secretary Noem defended Trump’s proposed FEMA restructuring following the Texas storms . A Senate report has recommended stricter measures for the Secret Service after uncovering security failures that led to a re...