President Trump's aggressive tariff campaign is reshaping trade relationships and domestic policy. Canada has canceled Friday's opening ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor following Trump's announcement of a 50 percent tariff on the nation [The Hill]. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded by signaling intensified trade negotiations [The Hill].

The administration shows no signs of backing down. Trump's top trade negotiator, Jamieson Greer, told the Senate the U.S. remains committed to tariffs even as it prepares to replace duties the Supreme Court struck down [NYT Business]. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is planning to impose tariffs on generic drugs—a policy it has repeatedly threatened but not yet implemented [NYT Business].

Middle East Tensions and Defense Spending

On the international front, U.S. and Iranian attacks continue escalating in the Red Sea as the Trump administration seeks billions more from Congress for the ongoing conflict [NPR]. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified that the war with Iran has already cost $37.5 billion, requesting an additional $67 billion from Congress [NBC News]. Trump will attend a dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. service members killed in the Middle East [NPR].

On a separate diplomatic track, Trump has approved a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, with the U.S. and Saudis expected to sign agreements allowing U.S. companies to run nuclear power operations—potentially enabling Saudi fuel enrichment [UPI, CBS News].

Domestic Policy Shifts

Trump's budget law is forcing states to reconsider Medicaid programs in correctional facilities due to funding cuts and program changes [NPR]. The FDA is also reviewing regulations around peptide pharmacies this week [NPR].

International developments include France passing a social media ban for young teens [UPI] and Ukraine targeting Russian retailer Wildberries warehouses with long-range drones [NBC News].