This week brought two major developments out of Washington: the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and President Trump’s signing of sweeping new tariffs.
Comey, charged with obstruction and making false statements to Congress, denied any wrongdoing and said the case is politically motivated. The move deepens tensions between the Justice Department and the Trump administration, raising fresh concerns over the independence of federal institutions.
Meanwhile, Trump approved steep new tariffs — 100% on branded drugs, 25% on heavy trucks, and 50% on kitchen cabinets — set to take effect October 1. Economists warn these measures could drive up consumer prices and further strain supply chains already under pressure.
Together, the indictment and tariffs represent one of the sharpest escalations yet in the clash between politics, justice, and economics at the national level.
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Ellis Grant
Staff Writer, Readovia
