Trump's Sweeping Tariffs Take Effect as Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Reshapes Political Landscape

The most severe U.S. trade tariffs since 1930 spark economic concerns, while Susan Crawford's victory signals a rejection of oligarchic influence in a pivotal judicial election.

Donald Trump's newly implemented tariff plan imposes a 10% tariff on goods from all countries, with additional markups targeting imports from China, the EU, South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan.
Economic analysts warn the tariffs could lead to higher consumer costs and a potential recession, while Republican lawmakers frame them as a necessary step for long-term economic benefits.
Trump referred to the tariff rollout as 'liberation day,' claiming it would be a historic moment for U.S. economic independence.
Susan Crawford, a liberal former prosecutor, decisively won the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, defeating a candidate heavily funded by Elon Musk, who spent over $25 million on the race.
Crawford's victory maintains liberal control of the court, preserving its role in shaping redistricting efforts that could influence control of the U.S. House of Representatives.