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Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state

By ROB GILLIES and JOSH BOAK
Updated 6:17 PM CDT, May 6, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries.

The two kept it civil, but as for Trump’s calls to make Canada the 51st state, Carney insisted his nation was “not for sale” and Trump shot back, “time will tell.”

Asked by a reporter if there was anything Carney could tell him to lift his tariffs of as much as 25% on Canada, Trump bluntly said: “No.”

The U.S. president added for emphasis, “Just the way it is.”

Carney acknowledged that no bit of rhetoric on tariffs would be enough to sway Trump, saying that “this is a bigger discussion.”

“There are much bigger forces involved,” the Canadian leader continued. “And this will take some time and some discussions. And that’s why we’re here, to have those discussions.”

The meeting between the two leaders showcased the full spectrum of Trump’s unique mix of aggression, hospitality and stubbornness.

Shortly before Carney’s arrival, Trump insulted Canada by posting on social media that the United States didn’t need “ANYTHING” from its northern neighbor, only to then turn on the charm and praise Carney’s election win in person before showing his obstinance on matters of policy substance. ...

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  • News source: BBC News - World
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The secretive process will get underway at the Vatican to find a new leader of the Catholic Church.
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Trump administration has shut down CDC's infection control committee

  • News source: Aria Bendix | NBC News
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The Trump administration has terminated a federal advisory committee that issued guidance about preventing the spread of infections in health care facilities.

The Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC) crafted national standards for hand-washing, mask-wearing and isolating sick patients that most U.S. hospitals follow.

Four committee members said the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention delivered the news about HICPAC’s termination to members on Friday.

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Five illegals charged in alleged maritime human smuggling attempt that left child dead

  • News source: FOX News
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California announced charges Tuesday against five illegals in an alleged human smuggling attempt gone wrong that resulted in at least three deaths, including a 14-year-old boy from India.

According to the attorney’s office, witnesses observed an overturned panga boat at a beach in Del Mar, California, on Monday. The statement said bystanders and San Diego lifeguards attempted rescue efforts, and law enforcement officials recovered three bodies, including a 14-year-old boy identified in court...
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Mourning mother's anger at Kenyan migrant smugglers

  • News source: BBC News - World
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A new people-smuggling route opens up crossing a lake into Kenya, but it is proving deadly for some Eritreans.
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EU plans to end Russian gas imports by end of 2027

  • News source: BBC News - World
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The European Union vowed to end energy relations with Russia after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government

  • News source: BBC News - World
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Trump's Cabinet members warn FIFA World Cup visitors not to overstay their visas

  • News source: Alex Tabet | NBC News
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Members of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet said Tuesday that while they look forward to the U.S. co-hosting next year’s FIFA World Cup, they want to make sure foreign visitors don’t stay longer than they’re allowed.

The quadrennial tournament, which the U.S. will host alongside Mexico and Canada, is expected to attract millions of fans from dozens of countries. The Department of Homeland Security has indicated it’s ready to handle the influx of international travelers.

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DHS says travelers with no REAL ID can fly for now, but with likely extra steps

  • News source: Rebecca Santana and Olga R. Rodriguez | The
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Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said travelers who have not obtained a REAL ID by the deadline can fly after additional identity checks
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Trump expresses 'absolute confidence' as Steve Witkoff is sworn in as special Middle East envoy

  • News source: FOX News
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President Donald Trump’s new special envoy to the Middle East was sworn in by Secretary of State Marco Rubio Tuesday in an Oval Office ceremony.

Speaking before the swearing-in, Trump praised Witkoff, who was instrumental in securing an extended ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the return of 33 hostages, including two Americans, who were being held by Hamas.

Trump said Witkoff has "been with me, more or less, one way or the other, every step of the way," adding that he has "absolute confidence and support and trust" in his Middle East...
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Trump says less than 2 dozen hostages believed to be alive in Gaza

  • News source: Politics - CBSNews.com
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President Trump said Tuesday that three hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have died, leaving only 21 believed to be still living.

"As of today, it's 21, three have died," Mr. Trump said of the hostages being held by Hamas, noting that until recently it was thought that 24 people were still alive. Speaking at the White House, he did not elaborate on the identities of those now believed to be dead, nor how he had come to learn of their deaths.

"There's 21, plus a lot of dead bodies," Mr. Trump said.

One American, Edan Alexander, has been among the 24...
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Canada's new prime minister pushes back at Trump in Oval Office meeting

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For months, President Trump has taunted Canada by claiming it should become America's 51st state. But the country's new prime minister pushed back in an Oval Office meeting. Weijia Jiang reports.
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Trump touts $9 trillion in new U.S. investment. The numbers don't add up.

  • News source: Politics - CBSNews.com
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After President Trump was pressed on rising consumer prices and slowing economic growth, he defended his tariff policies by claiming they had spurred record investment in the United States.

"I think we probably have close to $9 trillion of investments coming into this country," Mr. Trump said in an interview on NBC's Meet the Press that aired Sunday. "If you look at other presidents, there's never been anything like that."

He has also repeatedly claimed that he secured more investment in his first two months than President Biden did in four years...
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Senate Democrats rally against crypto bill amid criticism of Trump's industry ties

  • News source: Politics - CBSNews.com
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The divides behind the scenes in the Vatican ahead of the conclave

  • News source: BBC News - World
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French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear

  • News source: BBC News - World
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