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Tag: President Trump
President Trump threatens Starmer with ‘big tariff’ over UK tech tax
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on the UK if Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not scrap the country’s…
President Trump says he will ‘remember’ companies that forgo tariff refunds
President Donald Trump on Tuesday signaled appreciation for U.S. companies that choose not to pursue refunds on tariffs paid under his…
U.S. President Trump lauds outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook
When I got the call I said, wow, it’s Tim Apple (Cook!) calling, how big is that? I was very impressed with myself to have the head of Apple…
Apple CEO Tim Cook rejects political labels, embraces President Trump’s ‘Made in America’ manufacturing push
Apple CEO Tim Cook is carefully avoiding political labels while strongly aligning his company with President Trump’s “America First” agenda…
Apple CEO Tim Cook ‘lied through his teeth’ about bringing iPhone production to America – White House trade adviser Navarro
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro accused Apple CEO Tim Cook of lying about plans to shift iPhone production from China to America…
President Trump raises global U.S. import tariff to 15%
President Donald Trump announced Saturday he is raising a global U.S. import tariff to 15% after a ruling this week by the Supreme Court…
President Trump imposes new 10% global U.S. import tariff
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate President Donald Trump’s broad import IEEPA tariffs, the president vowed to pursue…
SCOTUS strikes down IEEPA tariffs; President Trump expected to pivot to proven trade laws like 232 and 301
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump exceeded his authority by using the International…
24% of hit documentary ‘Melania’ attendees who subscribe to streaming services subscribe to Apple TV
The hit documentary “Melania,” distributed by Amazon MGM Studios, has surprised observers with its strong opening weekend performance…
President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to head Federal Reserve
President Donald Trump announced Friday that he is nominating Kevin Warsh to serve as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, ending months…
Apple CEO Tim Cook attends VIP White House screening of ‘Melania’ film with President Trump
Melania Trump opened the White House for the screening this past Saturday for her friends, family, and assorted VIPs, including Tim Cook…
Apple assembler Pegatron targets end-of-March completion for first American factory in Texas
Pegatron, a key supplier to Apple and other tech giants, has announced that construction of its first American factory in Texas is on track…
President Trump announces framework deal with NATO on Greenland, halts planned tariffs on European nations
President Trump announced that the United States has reached a “framework” agreement with NATO regarding the future status of Greenland…
Wedbush analyst Dan Ives calls Greenland tariff threats ‘noise,’ urges buying Apple and other tech stocks on the dip
Wedbush Securities analyst Daniel Ives dismissed the latest U.S.-Europe tariff threats over Greenland as temporary market “noise” in a note…
Apple and Big Tech could win big with potential American takeover of Greenland
As renewed talks of a U.S. acquisition of Greenland intensify under President Donald Trump, tech investors — including Magnificent Seven…
Apple free of U.S. tariffs on chips imported from China through June 2027
Apple has gained extra time to adjust to potential tariffs on chips imported from China, as any cost impact has been delayed until June 2027…
Apple to participate in Trump admin’s U.S. Tech Force to modernize government technology
The Trump administration has launched the U.S. Tech Force, a White House-backed program in which Apple will participate…
FIFA World Cup fever hits D.C. as Apple TV offers free streaming of MLS Cup this Saturday
Amid the electric buzz of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final draw at the Kennedy Center, Apple dropped a game-changer for MLS soccer fans…
Why a Supreme Court loss on IEEPA won’t derail President Trump’s tariffs
As the U.S. Supreme Court wraps up oral arguments, the fate of President Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs hangs in the balance…
President Trump says ‘Too-Late’ Powell will be out in ‘a few months’
President Donald Trump reiterated his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell Tuesday during a dinner with business leaders…
Modi urges Indians to only buy products made in India amid strained US ties
In a Sunday public address, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to favor locally made products over foreign ones, promoting…
President Trump to impose $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications to encourage hiring Americans
President Trump is anticipated to reform the H-1B visa program, mandating a $100,000 application fee to encourage hiring American workers…
Apple CEO Tim Cook: No, iPhone price hikes are not tied to U.S. import tariffs
Apple CEO Tim Cook informed CNBC that recent price increases on certain iPhone models are not tied to tariffs. The statement coincided with…
President Trump and Prime Minister Modi signal mutual optimism for US-India trade negotiation
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the U.S. and India (a country upon which Apple is very much focused) as “close friends…
President Trump threatens trade probe after ‘discriminatory’ EU fines against Google, Apple
President Donald Trump vowed to initiate a trade investigation to counter what he called discriminatory penalties imposed by Europe on…
Apple CEO Tim Cook commends President Trump on his ‘leadership and focus on innovation’
On Thursday, President Trump hosted a meeting with leaders of major tech companies, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, in a format…
President Trump to impose tariffs on semiconductor imports from firms not moving production to America
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that his administration will impose tariffs on semiconductor imports from companies…
President Trump to host Apple CEO Tim Cook, other tech CEOs for first event in newly renovated Rose Garden
U.S. President Donald Trump will host a dinner to be attended by Apple CEO Tim Cook and over two dozen technology and business leaders…
President Trump threatens more tariffs for countries imposing digital taxes
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that countries imposing digital taxes could face “substantial additional tariffs” on their exports unless…
After 10% Intel equity deal, President Trump says he’ll make deals like it ‘all day long’
President Donald Trump on Monday supported America’s 10% stake in Intel, criticizing detractors of the deal in a morning post…
U.S. FTC Chairman warns Apple, other tech firms not to weaken data privacy to comply with EU, UK laws
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s Chairman, Andrew Ferguson, appointed by President Trump, warned Apple, Alphabet, and other tech…
Trump admin examines equity stakes in other chip makers that received CHIPS Act funds
The Trump administration is exploring the possibility of the government acquiring equity stakes in Intel and other chipmakers in exchange…
Jim Cramer backs Apple, touts relationship with President Trump and long-term growth potential
CNBC analyst Jim Cramer recently defended Apple against market skeptics, highlighting the company’s strong fundamentals and…
President Trump will set tariffs on semiconductor chips, steel in coming weeks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he plans to impose tariffs on steel and semiconductor chip imports in the coming weeks…
Trump admin discusses taking stake in beleaguered Intel
The Trump administration is negotiating with beleaguered Intel to acquire a government stake in the company…
U.S. CPI data shows stable inflation and lower costs for groceries and gas; September interest rate cut likely
Today’s U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report shows inflation holding steady at 2.7% in July, defying predictions of sharp tariff-driven…
President Trump extends China tariff deadline by 90 days
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order extending the suspension of high U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for an additional 90…
Apple’s huge jump puts stock on brink of cracking key level
Apple’s stock surged up to 8.2% over two trading days following President Donald Trump’s announcement that the company will invest…
Apple’s $100 billion American Manufacturing deal with President Trump marked a ‘remarkable turn’ – Jim Cramer
Apple this week announced a new $100 billion commitment to America, a significant acceleration of its U.S. investment that now totals…
President Trump says U.S. to levy 100% tariff on imported chips; firms with U.S. manufacturing, commitments exempt
President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on semiconductor imports, with an exemption for companies manufacturing in the US.…
Apple CEO Cook gives President Trump a gift of glass and 24-karat gold
Apple’s chief executive Tim Cook gave Trump a customized plaque with a 24-karat gold base during an Oval Office news conference Wednesday…
