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Wall Street Sinks as Tariff Jitters and AI Volatility Rattle Investors

U.S. stocks tumbled in a broad sell‑off today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunging roughly 800 points as renewed tariff concerns and a wave of AI‑related volatility shook market confidence. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also slid sharply, extending a week of choppy trading driven by political uncertainty and rapid shifts in tech sentiment. Investors reacted to escalating fears that new tariff measures proposed by President Trump could disrupt global supply chains and pressure corporate earnings. Tech stocks—already sensitive to policy shifts—were hit particularly hard as traders unwound positions tied to what analysts have dubbed the “AI scare trade,” a fast‑moving rotation away from high‑growth names. Market strategists noted that the combination of geopolitical tension, policy ambiguity, and stretched valuations created a perfect storm for a sharp pullback. Still, some analysts argue that the downturn reflects a recalibration rather than a fundamental shift, pointing out t...

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Hunter Biden Convicted in Federal Gun Trial: Historic Verdict and Implications

 

Hunter Biden, the only surviving son of President Joe Biden, has made history by becoming the first child of a sitting U.S. president to be convicted of a crime. The verdict was delivered on June 11, 2024, after a jury deliberated for just three hours.

The charges against Hunter Biden stem from his possession of a firearm while using narcotics. He was found guilty on all three counts, which include lying about his drug use to obtain the weapon. The maximum prison sentences for these charges range from five to ten years, and each count carries a maximum fine of $250,000.

In the defense room after the verdict, Hunter expressed gratitude to everyone involved, particularly his legal team led by Abbe Lowell. His emotional remarks highlighted the need to reconsider how drug and alcohol laws are enforced in the country, emphasizing fair prosecutorial discretion.

This landmark trial raises questions about the intersection of addiction, gun ownership, and legal accountability. As Hunter Biden faces the possibility of up to 25 years in prison, the case serves as a stark example of the justice system’s complexities and the impact of addiction on millions of Americans.



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