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Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements is your daily news rundown from Betches News--because the world’s a mess, and someone’s gotta explain it. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage cuts through the chaos to break down what actually matters, one unhinged headline at a time. All in under 10 minutes, so you can stay informed without spiraling.

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6:57

Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 - Trade war hits housing;...

Morning Announcements ·

2025/04/09

Today’s Headlines: Trump’s new tariffs officially went into effect at midnight, sending global markets into a tailspin and pushing U.S. mortgage rates to nearly 7%. Despite White House claims that “tailored deals” are on the way, no countries—including China, which now faces a 104% tariff—secured any agreements before the deadline. Canada also retaliated with a 25% tariff on U.S.-made vehicles. Amidst the economic mess, Elon Musk lashed out at Trump’s trade advisor Peter Navarro, calling him “dumber

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6:32

Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 - Tariff & global market...

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2025/04/08

Today’s Headlines: The global economy is spiraling as Trump doubles down on tariffs, threatening a 50% increase on China if they don’t back down. Markets tanked again, swinging wildly after a false report hinted at a delay, and the chaos isn't just domestic — Japan’s Nikkei dropped 8% and Europe’s markets fell 4%. Congress remains largely inactive but a few Republican lawmakers are attempting to push back, Trump has already vowed to veto any bill on tariffs. The U.S. also slapped a 17% tariff on

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6:44

Monday, April 7th, 2025 - Markets still crashing;...

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2025/04/07

Today’s Headlines: The world is still reeling from Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, with markets in free fall and no signs of a course correction. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed the White House is not backing down, and China quickly retaliated with steep tariffs of its own, sanctions on U.S. companies, and an investigation into DuPont. Dow futures were already down 1600 points before markets even opened, and JP Morgan now puts the risk of a global recession at 60%. Meanwhile, Treasury

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8:49

Friday, April 4th, 2025 - Tariff updates; Trump...

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2025/04/04

Today’s Headlines: The economic fallout from Trump’s sweeping tariff announcement sent markets crashing—Nasdaq fell 6%, S&P 500 4.8%, erasing $2 trillion in value. The dollar also dropped, and automaker Stellantis announced major layoffs. Global leaders condemned the tariffs, and France and Germany urged companies to pause U.S. investments. In response, bipartisan senators introduced a bill to limit the president’s unilateral tariff powers. Meanwhile, Trump fired several National Security Council

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8:42

Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 - WI SC election; Trump to...

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2025/04/03

Today’s Headlines: Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election saw record turnout and spending, with liberal-leaning Judge Susan Crawford defeating Elon Musk-backed Brad Schimel, shifting the court’s balance. Hours later, reports emerged that Trump plans to distance himself from Musk, whose tough week continued as Tesla sales dropped 13%, and shares tumbled 44% since December. Meanwhile, Trump’s new tariffs—hitting China with a 54% effective rate and raising import costs across the board—sent the stock

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9:34

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 - Booker’s record; Trump...

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2025/04/02

Today’s Headlines: Senator Cory Booker set a new record for the longest Senate speech at 25 hours, surpassing Strom Thurmond’s filibuster against civil rights. In election news, Republicans won both Florida special elections, though by smaller margins than Trump’s 2024 victory. A Washington Post report revealed that members of Trump’s National Security Council used personal Gmail accounts for sensitive military discussions. Meanwhile, 23 states and D.C. are suing the administration over its attempt

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8:22

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 - Tariff backlash; DOGE...

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2025/04/01

Today’s Headlines: New U.S. tariffs targeting imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and Venezuela take effect tomorrow, prompting a joint response from China, Japan, and South Korea. Meanwhile, the federal government is reviewing $9 billion in grants to Harvard over its handling of antisemitism allegations. At the Department of the Interior, officials were placed on leave after resisting a DOGE request for broad payroll system access, which could control federal salaries. In Wisconsin, the Supreme

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11:27

Monday, March 31st, 2025 - Hegseth scandal; Trump...

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2025/03/31

Today’s Headlines: Despite the Signalgate scandal, no one in the administration has faced consequences. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under fire for bringing his wife and brother to sensitive military meetings. VP Vance stirred controversy in Greenland, where locals were less than welcoming, and Trump floated the idea of acquiring the territory—by force if necessary. Trump also hinted at seeking a third term, while inflation remains stubbornly high ahead of looming tariffs. In other

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8:52

Friday, March 28th, 2025 - DOGE to probe group chat;...

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2025/03/28

Today’s Headlines: The Group Chatgate saga escalates—WSJ reports that classified Israeli intelligence, including details on a Houthi missile expert, was leaked in the Signal chat before a U.S. strike. Meanwhile, the White House says Elon Musk and his DOGE team will “investigate” how this chat leak happened. Trump’s latest executive order targets law firm WilmerHale over its ties to Robert Mueller, stripping its federal clearances and contracts. Meanwhile, his administration continues its crackdown

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6:43

Thursday, March 27th, 2025 - War group chat saga...

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2025/03/27

Today’s Headlines: "Group Chatgate" just got even messier—The Atlantic dropped more screenshots proving top U.S. officials were sharing classified military plans in a massive Signal chat, despite their sworn Senate testimony denying it. Now, a top GOP senator is demanding an urgent investigation. Meanwhile, a German news outlet revealed that Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, and Mike Waltz’s personal emails, phone numbers, and even passwords were easily found online—linked to everything from LinkedIn to

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7:39

Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 - Leaked war plans;...

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2025/03/26

Today’s Headlines: The Senate Intelligence Committee held an emergency hearing after revelations that 18 top U.S. defense officials planned war strategy in a Signal group chat, raising serious security concerns. Meanwhile, Trump invoked "state secrets privilege" to withhold details on Venezuelan deportations and signed an executive order overhauling U.S. elections by requiring proof of citizenship to vote. Another executive order targeted law firm Jenner & Block, banning its employees from federal

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7:29

Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 - War plans group chat;...

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2025/03/25

Today’s Headlines: In one of the wildest security slip-ups ever, The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg was accidentally added to a Trump administration Signal chat where officials were planning military strikes in Yemen. Meanwhile, Elon Musk attended his second cabinet meeting—this time getting showered with praise instead of pushback. Trump also announced a 25% tariff on any country buying Venezuelan oil, a move aimed at pressuring both Venezuela and China. Second Lady, Usha Vance is scheduled to visit

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7:27

Monday, March 24th, 2025 - Trump ends migrant’s legal...

Morning Announcements ·

2025/03/24

Today’s Headlines: The Trump administration is ending legal status for over 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, giving them 30 days to leave. Meanwhile, the IRS is reportedly close to a deal with Homeland Security to help locate undocumented immigrants, sparking legal challenges. Several U.S. allies, including the UK and Germany, have issued travel advisories, particularly for trans and nonbinary travelers. In Canada, newly appointed PM Mark Carney called for elections,

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7:27

Friday, March 21st, 2025 - EU sanctions Russia;...

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2025/03/21

Today’s Headlines: EU leaders (minus Hungary’s Orban) plan to expand sanctions on Russia but remain divided on a $40 billion defense fund. Meanwhile, details from Trump’s call with Zelensky reveal he proposed U.S. control of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant—a suggestion Zelensky rejected. In Gaza, war has fully resumed, with Hamas launching rockets at Israel and Israeli forces expanding ground operations while blocking humanitarian aid. Israeli officials estimate Hamas still has over 25,000

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6:56

Thursday, March 20th, 2025 - Ukraine ceasefire; NATO...

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2025/03/20

Today’s Headlines: Trump called his talk with Zelensky about the Ukraine ceasefire “very good,” as U.S. and Russian officials prepare to meet in Riyadh. Meanwhile, his administration is considering giving up the U.S. military’s top NATO command role, held by an American general since WWII, while the Pentagon plans to cut 60,000 civilian jobs, many held by veterans. The Fed held interest rates steady but signaled two cuts later this year, citing slower growth and inflation driven by tariffs. The

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8:05

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 - Gaza ceasefire ends;...

Morning Announcements ·

2025/03/19

Today’s Headlines: The ceasefire in Gaza has officially collapsed after months of stalled negotiations. The IDF launched widespread strikes, while the U.S. blamed Hamas for rejecting past proposals and refusing to return hostages. Meanwhile, Trump and Putin’s highly anticipated call resulted in a 30-day ceasefire on energy infrastructure in Ukraine and Russia, suspension of U.S. aid to Ukraine, and negotiations for a maritime ceasefire. The Kremlin also claimed they discussed hosting a U.S.-Russia

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7:24

Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 - Trump’s deportation...

Morning Announcements ·

2025/03/18

Today’s Headlines: Fallout from the Trump administration’s use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act continues, as a judge demanded the DOJ provide a sworn timeline after officials refused to clarify whether they defied a court order halting deportations. Border czar Tom Homan dismissed the ruling, insisting deportation flights didn’t need to turn around. Meanwhile, a Brown University medical professor was deported to Lebanon over alleged ties to Hezbollah, and a German green card holder was detained at an

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9:39

Monday, March 17th, 2025 - Trump’s DOJ speech; Tesla...

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2025/03/17

Today’s Headlines: Donald Trump gave a speech at the Department of Justice, railing against the media, vowing "accountability" for his enemies, and bragging about firing James Comey and pardoning January 6 defendants. Attorney General Pam Bondi warns that anyone messing with Tesla better "watch out" because the DOJ is coming for them. Trump also invoked the rarely used Alien Enemies Act to deport five Venezuelan nationals he claimed were gang members, but a federal judge temporarily blocked their

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7:32

Friday, March 14th, 2025 - Trump’s SCOTUS push;...

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2025/03/14

Today’s Headlines: Trump is asking the Supreme Court to let him move forward with ending birthright citizenship, despite lower courts already ruling it unconstitutional. His administration is also facing legal battles over mass federal layoffs, with a judge ordering thousands of fired workers to be reinstated. Meanwhile, the economy takes a hit as the stock market drops 10% from its peak, fueled by Trump’s latest tariff threats on European alcohol. On the international stage, Putin claims he’s open

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6:11

Thursday, March 13th, 2025 - Trade war escalates;...

Morning Announcements ·

2025/03/13

Today’s Headlines: The trade war intensified as the EU and Canada announced steep retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, ranging from steel and aluminum to whiskey and motorboats. Despite this uncertainty, February’s inflation report showed a slight decline to 2.8%, beating expectations. Meanwhile, Tesla’s CEO has reportedly told Trump’s advisers he plans to invest $100 million into super PACs aligned with the former president, though details remain unclear. In Washington, a government shutdown is set

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