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- TRUMP VOWS 100% TARIFF ON FOREIGN-MADE MOVIES: President Trump said he will impose a 100% tariff on any film “made outside the United States,” casting it as a way to bring production back to America. The White House did not release statutory details, and trade lawyers note film financing and international co-productions could make enforcement murky. Hollywood groups warned such a levy could spark retaliation and raise costs for U.S. studios with overseas shoots. Industry coverage framed the move as more political messaging than ready-to-file policy—at least for now. Expect court challenges if the directive becomes a formal rule.
- U.S. OPENS MORE FEDERAL LAND TO COAL, OFFERS $625M FOR PLANT UPGRADES: The administration said it will open roughly 13 million acres to coal leasing and set aside $625 million to recommission or modernize coal-fired power plants. Officials argue the plan secures grid reliability and jobs, while environmental groups warn it undercuts emissions goals and risks stranded assets. Governors in coal states praised the move and signaled interest in tapping funds quickly. The package comes as natural gas and renewables continue to outcompete coal on price in most markets. Implementation details will run through Interior and DOE grants.
- TRUMP ASKS SUPREME COURT TO TAKE UP BIRTHRIGHT-CITIZENSHIP ORDER: The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to quickly review the president’s executive order seeking to limit birthright citizenship. The request sets up a high-stakes test of the 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause and long-standing precedent. Court watchers expect questions about executive authority versus constitutional text, and whether the case is ripe. A procedural schedule could come within days as the justices consider expedited briefing.
- OREGON SUES TO BLOCK NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT IN PORTLAND: Oregon filed a federal lawsuit to stop the administration’s 200-troop National Guard deployment to Portland, calling it unlawful and unnecessary. State leaders say there’s no emergency that meets statutory thresholds, while the Pentagon memo shows a 60-day federal activation. The case revives long-running disputes over federal authority in local policing. A judge could decide soon on an injunction as troops prepare to mobilize.
- CAT STEVENS POSTPONES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR OVER VISA DELAYS: Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam) pushed his U.S. book-tour events, citing visa processing issues that made logistics impossible on short notice. He told fans he hopes to reschedule “some time away,” and that the book release is unaffected. The singer is the latest artist to report longer waits and higher costs tied to visas. Ticket holders are being directed to point-of-purchase for updates and refunds.
- NICOLE KIDMAN AND KEITH URBAN SEPARATE AFTER 19 YEARS: People and Reuters report the couple has separated after nearly two decades of marriage. Sources say they’ve been living apart since early summer, and that Kidman had been trying to save the relationship. They share two daughters and have not issued detailed public statements. Urban remains on tour while Kidman wraps recent filming commitments.
- ESPN’S PAUL FINEBAUM WEIGHS 2026 U.S. SENATE RUN IN ALABAMA: The longtime college-football commentator said he’s considering launching a bid, a move that would require leaving ESPN. He cited the “moment” and his Alabama roots while stressing no final decision has been made. Political analysts say his name recognition could matter in a crowded primary. Filing deadlines are months away.
- KUSHNER, SAUDI PIF AND SILVER LAKE TO TAKE EA PRIVATE IN $55B DEAL: Electronic Arts agreed to a record leveraged buyout led by Silver Lake, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners at about $210 per share. The transaction would delist EA and keep CEO Andrew Wilson in place, pending shareholder and regulatory approval. It’s the largest private-equity buyout on record and underscores big money’s bet on gaming IP. Closing is targeted around fiscal Q1 2027, with significant financing from JPMorgan.
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