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U.S. Automakers Hit With $10.6 Billion Tariff Burden Amid Trade Pressures

                                            A truck carries brand new cars on March 04, 2025 in Richmond, California.  U.S. automakers are facing mounting financial strain as tariffs on vehicles and auto parts imported from Canada and Mexico have surged past $10 billion in 2025, with estimates projecting the total to reach $10.6 billion by the end of October . The tariffs, imposed under trade measures tied to national security and regional content rules, have forced manufacturers to absorb much of the cost rather than immediately passing it on to consumers. However, analysts warn that vehicle prices could soon rise as companies struggle to offset the escalating expenses. Industry experts note that while the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) provides some relief by reducing duties on vehicles meeting strict content requirements, many automakers st...

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South Korean President Faces Treason Investigation and Impeachment Vote

 

In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean police have launched an investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of treason. This follows his controversial declaration of martial law earlier this week, which was swiftly revoked after widespread backlash. The investigation, initiated by the National Office of Investigation, stems from complaints filed by the Rebuilding Korea Party and a group of 59 activists.

The declaration of martial law, which sought to consolidate power, ban political activity, and censor the media, was met with immediate outrage both domestically and internationally. President Yoon's actions have led to calls for his impeachment, with the main opposition Democratic Party planning to vote on the motion this Saturday.

The impeachment motion requires a two-thirds majority in the 300-seat parliament to pass, needing at least eight votes from the ruling People Power Party lawmakers. If successful, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo would assume the role of interim head of state while the Constitutional Court reviews the case, a process that could take up to 180 days.

The political turmoil has also seen the resignation of Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, who played a key role in the martial law declaration. Kim has been replaced by Choi Byung-hyuk, the South Korean ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

As the nation braces for the upcoming impeachment vote, the investigation into President Yoon's actions continues to unfold, marking a significant moment in South Korea's political landscape.

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