NEW YORK — President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers formally asked a judge Monday to throw out his hush money criminal conviction , arguing continuing the case would present unconstitutional “disruptions to the institution of the Presidency.“ In a filing made public Tuesday, Trump’s lawyers told Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan that dismissal is warranted because of the “overwhelming national mandate granted to him by the American people on November 5, 2024.” They also cited President Joe Biden’s recent pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, who was convicted of tax and gun charges . “President Biden asserted that his son was ‘selectively, and unfairly, prosecuted,’ and ‘treated differently,’" Trump’s legal team wrote. The Manhattan district attorney, they claimed, engaged in the type of political theater "that President Biden condemned.” Prosecutors will have until Dec. 9 to respond. They have said they will fight any efforts to dismiss the case but indicated a willingness to delay the sentencing until after Trump’s second term ends in 2029. Former President Donald Trump walks to make comments to members of the news media May 30 after a jury convicted him of felony crimes for falsifying business records in a scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York. In their filing Monday, Trump's attorneys dismissed the idea of holding off sentencing until Trump is out of office as a “ridiculous suggestion.” Following Trump’s election victory last month, Merchan halted proceedings and indefinitely postponed his sentencing, previously scheduled for late November, to allow the defense and prosecution to weigh in on the future of the case. He also delayed a decision on Trump’s prior bid to dismiss the case on immunity grounds. Trump has been fighting for months to reverse his conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to porn actor Stormy Daniels to suppress her claim that they had sex a decade earlier. He says they did not and denies wrongdoing. Taking a swipe at Bragg and New York City, as Trump often did throughout the trial, the filing argues that dismissal would also benefit the public by giving him and “the numerous prosecutors assigned to this case a renewed opportunity to put an end to deteriorating conditions in the City and to protect its residents from violent crime.” Clearing Trump, the lawyers added, also would allow him to “to devote all of his energy to protecting the Nation.” The defense filing was signed by Trump lawyers Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, who represented Trump during the trial and since were selected by the president-elect to fill senior roles at the Justice Department. A dismissal would erase Trump’s historic conviction, sparing him the cloud of a criminal record and possible prison sentence. Trump is the first former president to be convicted of a crime and the first convicted criminal to be elected to the office. Trump takes office Jan. 20. Merchan hasn’t set a timetable for a decision. Merchan could also decide to uphold the verdict and proceed to sentencing, delay the case until Trump leaves office, wait until a federal appeals court rules on Trump’s parallel effort to get the case moved out of state court or choose some other option. Prosecutors cast the payout as part of a Trump-driven effort to keep voters from hearing salacious stories about him. Trump’s then-lawyer Michael Cohen paid Daniels. Trump later reimbursed him, and Trump’s company logged the reimbursements as legal expenses — concealing what they really were, prosecutors alleged. Trump pledged to appeal the verdict if the case is not dismissed. He and his lawyers said the payments to Cohen were properly categorized as legal expenses for legal work. A month after the verdict, the Supreme Court ruled that ex-presidents can’t be prosecuted for official acts — things they did in the course of running the country — and that prosecutors can’t cite those actions to bolster a case centered on purely personal, unofficial conduct. Trump’s lawyers cited the ruling to argue that the hush money jury got some improper evidence, such as Trump’s presidential financial disclosure form, testimony from some White House aides and social media posts made during his first term. Prosecutors disagreed and said the evidence in question was only “a sliver” of their case. If the verdict stands and the case proceeds to sentencing, Trump’s punishments would range from a fine to probation to up to four years in prison — but it’s unlikely he’d spend any time behind bars for a first-time conviction involving charges in the lowest tier of felonies. Because it is a state case, Trump would not be able to pardon himself once he returns to office. Presidential pardons apply only to federal crimes. Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump, with Melania Trump and Barron Trump, arrives to speak at an election night watch party, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks as Melania Trump looks on at an election night watch party, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla. 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Both Oklahoma and Providence are hoping they'll have key pieces back in place when the two undefeated teams square off in the first round of the Battle 4 Atlantis on Wednesday in Paradise Island, Bahamas. The Friars (5-0) are expected to have Bryce Hopkins available, according to a report from Field of 68. Hopkins was averaging 15.5 points and 8.6 rebounds last season before suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament Jan. 3. He returned to full-go practices last week, and Tuesday, Providence coach Kim English said Hopkins would be a "game-time decision" against the Sooners. "It's been a process," English said. "We're not rushing it." But English praised Hopkins' progress since the Friars' last game, Nov. 19, when Hopkins went through pregame warmups. "I thought he looked better than I remembered," English said. "He's been in our system for the past year. His patience, his understanding, his versatility on offense and defense ... it's been great to see him in practice." The Sooners (4-0) are hopeful that they'll get Brycen Goodine back. Goodine played for the Friars for two seasons from 2020-22 before transferring to Fairfield for two seasons and then to Oklahoma this offseason. Goodine suffered an ankle injury in the Sooners' opener Nov. 4 and has not played since. "He's a really tough kid and trying to push through it," Oklahoma coach Porter Moser said. "It will truly be one of those game-time decisions. He hasn't gone a full practice yet, just been pieces of practices." Playing with Goodine and Jadon Jones, expected to be two of the Sooners' top outside shooters, Moser said he's learned plenty about his team's offense. "When you're down those shooters, it's really a great weapon to know that a lot of other guys can knock down the open shot," Moser said. "It's been a huge takeaway." The Sooners have been led by Jalon Moore, who is averaging 18.8 points per game, and freshman Jeremiah Fears, who is averaging 15.5. Providence has been led by senior guard Bensley Joseph, who is averaging 11.8 points and 4.0 assists per game. Oklahoma has not played a game closer than 16 points yet this season, with an average margin of victory of 24 points. Providence has won its five games by an average of nearly 17 points per game. The teams will square off against either Davidson or No. 24 Arizona in the second round Thursday, with the winners playing each other in one semifinal while the losers play in a consolation semifinal. --Field Level MediaBoth Oklahoma and Providence are hoping they'll have key pieces back in place when the two undefeated teams square off in the first round of the Battle 4 Atlantis on Wednesday in Paradise Island, Bahamas. The Friars (5-0) are expected to have Bryce Hopkins available, according to a report from Field of 68. Hopkins was averaging 15.5 points and 8.6 rebounds last season before suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament Jan. 3. He returned to full-go practices last week, and Tuesday, Providence coach Kim English said Hopkins would be a "game-time decision" against the Sooners. "It's been a process," English said. "We're not rushing it." But English praised Hopkins' progress since the Friars' last game, Nov. 19, when Hopkins went through pregame warmups. "I thought he looked better than I remembered," English said. "He's been in our system for the past year. His patience, his understanding, his versatility on offense and defense ... it's been great to see him in practice." The Sooners (4-0) are hopeful that they'll get Brycen Goodine back. Goodine played for the Friars for two seasons from 2020-22 before transferring to Fairfield for two seasons and then to Oklahoma this offseason. Goodine suffered an ankle injury in the Sooners' opener Nov. 4 and has not played since. "He's a really tough kid and trying to push through it," Oklahoma coach Porter Moser said. "It will truly be one of those game-time decisions. He hasn't gone a full practice yet, just been pieces of practices." Playing with Goodine and Jadon Jones, expected to be two of the Sooners' top outside shooters, Moser said he's learned plenty about his team's offense. "When you're down those shooters, it's really a great weapon to know that a lot of other guys can knock down the open shot," Moser said. "It's been a huge takeaway." The Sooners have been led by Jalon Moore, who is averaging 18.8 points per game, and freshman Jeremiah Fears, who is averaging 15.5. Providence has been led by senior guard Bensley Joseph, who is averaging 11.8 points and 4.0 assists per game. Oklahoma has not played a game closer than 16 points yet this season, with an average margin of victory of 24 points. Providence has won its five games by an average of nearly 17 points per game. The teams will square off against either Davidson or No. 24 Arizona in the second round Thursday, with the winners playing each other in one semifinal while the losers play in a consolation semifinal. --Field Level Media

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The Social Good Conferences Celebrates 2024 Success And Calls For Speakers For 2025Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE:EFC) Shares Purchased by Barclays PLCBuzzy, dynamic and quirky, Brighton is a city that lives up to the hype. Most of its 11.47m yearly visitors come to see the famous pier, eat ice cream on the sea-front and visit the Brighton Pavilion. But dive beneath the surface, and you’ll also discover much more. Home to Brighton Pride, a thriving LGBTQIA+ community and the Great Escape music festival, it's long attracted a creative, cultured crowd, who in turn have shaped the city into a haven of excellent food, art galleries and cocktail bars. And with new hotels like No. 124 and top-notch restaurants like Embers and Pearly Cow opening in the city, it’s on the up yet again. Even better, it’s only an hour by train from London. Here's how to make the most of a Brighton weekender. The great thing about Brighton is how compact it is. The train station is in the middle of the city: the perfect springboard for a day of wandering. And first up is the Lanes, a five minute walk south of the station: a higgledy-piggledy collection of winding streets that was part of the original fishing village of Brighthelmstone, and today is home to some of its trendiest shops. The Lanes also boast several art galleries and excellent coffee shops. In October, many of the city’s artists do actually open their homes for curious visitors (this is called the Artists’ Houses trail); if you do visit this time of year, then do also make a trip to Kellie Miller Arts ( kelliemillerarts.com ) and Phoenix Arts Space ( phoenixartspace.org) , a charity that houses over 100 artists’ galleries as well as three exhibition spaces. Also worth visiting is Fabrica on Duke Street. Located in an old church, it hosts a revolving selection of exhibitions and movie nights ( fabrica.org.uk ). Once you’ve satisfied your curiosity there, the pier awaits. Yes, it’s a little naff, but this temple to seaside day-tripping still draws in the punters and a walk down the boards to admire the view is a must. If you’re feeling flush, try your luck at the 2p slot machines; if not, just watch people have a go on the rollercoaster rides at the pier’s end. If that doesn’t scream British beach town, what does? Funfairs and donkey rides aside, there is plenty more culture to be found here. A five minute walk inland, and the Royal Pavilion awaits. Built in 1787 as a seaside retreat for the Prince of Wales, its distinctive domed roofs are home to a Banqueting Room, Great Kitchen and the Indian Hospital Gallery, all of which can be explored with a ticket (£20 per adult, brightonmuseums.org.uk ). Next door is the underrated Brighton Museum and Art Gallery. Tickets cost £9 ( brightonmuseums.org.uk ), and once you get inside there is a treasure trove of art and history. After learning about Brighton’s history as a Regency spa town (and later the Victorian holiday spot of choice), head upstairs to see the museum’s art collection — which until March 16 next year includes images from the the Wildlife Photography of the Year Award. If you have time, then leave the city centre for Seven Dials. This lovely leafy area was heralded as one of the trendiest neighborhoods in the UK by the Times last year, and those who make the trek up the hill to it will be rewarded with some of Brighton’s best tiny shops and bakeries. Wander by Clifton Terrace or Montpellier Crescent for some Regency architecture, then take a seat in one of the area’s great pubs: The Good Companions, The Cow and The Shakespeare’s Head are especially good. And independent shops abound: coffee shop and record store Puck does a great cup ( instagram.com/gettopuck ), while Kindly is worth a browse for its massive range of local food and plant-based products. Making killer cocktails is an art form — but it’s one that the staff at Burnt Orange have mastered and then some. This chic little spot is tucked away down a side street near the seafront, and its low lighting and exposed stone walls make it the perfect place to grab a drink. The menu runs over several pages, which makes choosing hard - but if we had to pick, we’d say the Burnt Orange Martini and Bread and Butter Old Fashioned are the winners (cocktails cost around £11.50, burnt-orange.co.uk) . Peckish? Don’t worry, the food is great too: the celeriac hummus with sesame-butter flatbread is a must, but for those wanting a full meal, dive in. Everything is delicious. For wine lovers, Ten Green Bottles awaits — as does Plateau. Step into the first on Jubilee Street (in the city’s centre) and be greeted with walls full of wines, many of which have been imported from small-batch producers. As if that wasn’t enough, they also do a well-stocked cheeseboard, which comes with wine paired by the team ( instagram.com/tgbottles ). Plateau is all about natural wines: the team are knowledgeable and helpful, and the selection of lesser known wines (such as those from regions like Central Europe) is especially good. ( plateaubrighton.co.uk) . And before dinner, make a stop by Bar Valentino above the theatre ( barvalentino.co.uk ). Ring the bell to be let into a tiny wonderland where cocktails are served in a campy wonderland of red lighting, plush seats and tasselled lampshades. Drink them on the balcony and watch people pass by below. Brighton’s coffee culture is unsurprisingly excellent, which makes the task of finding breakfast a delight rather than a chore. Mange Tout on Trafalgar Square ( mangetoutbrighton.co.uk ) excels on its eggs and the hollandaise sauce is out of this world — but the Flour Pot is also a good shout ( theflourpot.co.uk) . They’re an independent bakery, and offer outside seating — essentially making it the perfect spot to grab a coffee and pastry and people-watch. If both of those are full, Moksha is nice and central, and does a breakfast menu offering pancakes and full English options ( mokshacaffe.co.uk ). For a splash of local authenticity, make a trip to Shelter Hall on the seafront. This revamped food hall is home to some of the city’s best pop-ups. There’s the Three Little Pigs Souvlaki, Kolkati (which originated in London) and cult chicken shop Coqfighter — the options are endless, and the lunches are delicious ( shelterhall.co.uk ). Foodies should be making a beeline for Embers. Tucked down a tiny side street in the Lanes, it’s already made it onto the Michelin guide, and for good reason — food is cooked over an open grill and some of the best you’ll get anywhere in town. If a roast is the goal, then the Three Beast Feast is the one to opt for. Served on a massive platter alongside a generous jug of gravy, it features lamb sausage, a mouthwateringly tender pork and wafer-thin slices of roast beef. Delicious (roasts start from £20pp; embersbrighton.co.uk ). If the weather is nice, head to the seafront and find Pearly Cow. Located in the freshly opened No. 124 hotel , it specialises in both seafood and steak: a dream combination if ever there was one. Switch between oysters and scallops for starters and choose from a selection of fish or aged steaks for the mains, served with a range of sauces. It’s mouthwatering, but there’s a lot: make room (meals cost around £100 for two; pearlycow.co.uk ). A few doors down, there’s also the Coal Shed. The interior is a study in minimalism, but the food is the opposite: small plates, juicy salads (watermelon ceviche, anyone?) and meats cooked over an open fire. Tuck into Cornish crab and aged beef cuts before retiring to the bar for a cocktail (meals cost around £120 for two; coalshed-restaurant.co.uk ). Still hungry? Try Bincho Yakitori in the foodie area of Preston Street. It’s always booked out, so make sure you reserve a table in advance, but those who manage to make it will be rewarded with tender, grilled skewed of meat, fish and miso aubergine that are absolutely worth the effort (meals cost around £70 for two; www.binchoyakitori.com/food ). In terms of both value and elegance, the newly-opened No. 124 by Guesthouse is the place to be. The chain specialises in renovating heritage buildings into something rather special, and the same is true here: No. 124 is a beautiful little boutique hotel that features artwork by local creatives on the walls and carefully thought-out sea-themed decor in the rooms. Rooms start at a very reasonable £170. Don’t forget to grab a cocktail at the bar before sipping it in one of the many sitting areas scattered around the ground floor. Even better, the first floor boasts a pantry where peckish guests can stock up on snacks — and there’s a spa, Field Day, set to open in the spring. If you can, grab a room with a sea view: the sight of the beach through the windows on a sunny morning as you wake up cannot be beaten. (Rooms start from £170; guesthousehotels.co.uk ). From London board a GTR service for Brighton, usually Thameslink, from London Bridge, Victoria or Blackfriars. Tickets cost from £9 in advance ( gtrailway.com ).

As the temperature drops, shoppers are in love with a new 'warm and cosy' coat from Marks & Spencer. The coat only launched in late September and has quickly become a must-have item this winter with nearly one hundred reviews. The Feather And Down Longline Puffer Coat comes in three colours - dark chocolate, black and lavender grey. As well as having multiple colours, there are plenty of options in sizes, ranging from 6-24. In a product description for the Feather And Down Longline Puffer Coat , M&S said: "Brave the elements in this longline puffer coat, filled with feather and down for natural warmth. Hidden by a popper fastening, the zip-through front locks in heat. Read More: Next's new 'wow factor' £60 mini dress is the perfect New Year outfit "Enhanced with StormwearTM technology, this coat is water-repellent and breathable and features cosy elasticated cuffs and practical side welt pockets." M&S Feather And Down Longline Puffer Coat in dark chocolate (Image: M&S) On the M&S website, the Feather And Down Longline Puffer Coat has a 4.4 rating out of five stars. This is based on 90 independent reviews. One M&S reviewer said: "Love my new coat, it is like wearing a cosy duvet! It’s so warm but really light. Definitely my current favourite coat." Another happy shopper commented: "Great look, very warm and snuggly and most definitely the best coat I’ve had for years." And another recent review said: "Super warm and cosy, looks great on, would recommend." However, one M&S customer said: "This coat was lovely except for the hood, which was much too big. When down, it came up over my ears. When up, it came down over my nose. So I sent it back. A shame because it was otherwise a great coat." You can purchase the Feather And Down Longline Puffer Coat on the M&S website by clicking here. If you're looking for alternative options, New Look is selling the Brown Shower Resistant Hooded Longline Puffer Coat for £64.49. Elsewhere, Levi's has a Polly Midi Puffer priced online for £66 and Superdry is selling the Fuji Faux Fur Hood Mid Length Puffer Coat for £110.

President and Vice President yesterday presented to the National Competitiveness Council (CNC) the initiative “RD 2036 Goal prioritized in the 2024-2028 Government Plan”, at a lunch with businessmen and officials at the National Palace. The plan was presented by the executive director of the CNC, , who explained that its objectives are to achieve the comprehensive development of the country based on the strengthening of production entities, the generation of competitive jobs and the improvement of public services. President Abinader recounted the government’s achievements in education, homicide control, drinking water and other advances in decisive areas. He explained that they have been working for two years and have been followed up so that they can also be fulfilled based on the multi-year budget that the Government has until 2028. He added that the objective of Goal 2036 is to identify all the actions that are sectoral, transversal, intersectoral of the second generation that will promote the axes of integral growth. He said that the Government lowered undernourishment from 8.7 to 4.6, according Regarding the formality of employment, he said that it is one of the most challenging, but work will be done to comply with it with the support of the productive and entrepreneurial sectors. On the other hand, he said that this year the homicide rate per and he was confident that it will be less than 10 in 2028, that these are objectives that can be perfectly achieved. Regarding access to drinking water, President Abinader indicated that in four years it has been increased by 9% to guarantee the improvement in that service. He pointed out that half “of these objectives are achieved with a single work, which is the aqueduct from Santo Domingo through Hatillo, which are 10 cubic meters.” On education, he cited the technical educational centers used by the Dominican Government for the training of young people in different areas such as the Catholic Technical University of Barahona, the ISA University, the Technological Institute of Dajabón, the Loyola Technical Institute and others. Prazmowski detailed each of the objectives of the plan and the new model of productive development: physical and human capital and productivity, private and local investment, foreign direct investment and public infrastructures and what is the depreciation and congestion of capital. He pondered the importance of and what is the depreciation and congestion of capital. On the productivity side, he stated that the social, political and economic climate in the country has allowed enormous progress in institutionality. The businessmen participating in the activity valued the initiative of the plan and pledged to help make it effective, and gave their recommendations to be analyzed by the Government. At the presentation of the plan to the plenary session of the CNC were businessmen Pedro Brache, from Grupo Rica, José Miguel González, from CCN, Frank Ranieri, from Grupo Puntacana, Manuel Estrella, from Acero Estrella, Juan Vicini, from Inicia and Elena Viyella, among others, we recognized businessmen.

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NVR Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading dayWorld's Best Employer is a research and data analytics award that evaluates the best companies based on a multifaceted approach eight M Corporation Worlds Best Employer AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a momentous achievement, Andre Achtermeier, the forward-thinking CEO of eightM Corporation in Austin, has been recognized with the highly coveted World's Best Employer 2025 award. This prestigious honor has not only brought global recognition to Achtermeier but also highlighted eightM Corporation as a leading force in fostering a world-class work environment. As the United States continues to grapple with a significant shortage of skilled workers, this award underlines the company's vital role in setting benchmarks for employee satisfaction, engagement, and organizational innovation. The World's Best Employer award is granted following a rigorous and comprehensive study conducted by the USIQ, a research and data analytics organization that evaluates companies worldwide based on a multifaceted approach. The assessment criteria include employee well-being, leadership effectiveness, professional development opportunities, and community impact. With data collected from surveys of thousands of employees and industry experts, eightM Corporation emerged as a true leader, showcasing exceptional workplace practices and a strong emphasis on employee empowerment. "We are proud to be recognized with this distinguished award," said Andre Achtermeier, CEO of eightM Corporation. At eightM, we have always prioritized being an attractive and engaging workplace. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating an environment where our employees feel supported, inspired, and valued." World's Best Employer United States 2025 Winning this award comes at a crucial time when the U.S. labor market faces a critical shortage of skilled workers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the gap between the number of skilled jobs available and the workers qualified to fill them is widening. In 2024 alone, nearly 9.8 million job openings were unfilled due to the lack of adequately trained professionals. The technology and manufacturing sectors, in particular, have been hit hard, with projections showing the deficit could result in economic consequences if unaddressed. For companies like eightM Corporation, being seen as a highly attractive employer is more important than ever. A company's ability to recruit and retain top talent has become a strategic priority in today's competitive landscape. "Our goal is to remain at the forefront of employee engagement and development," Achtermeier added. "We understand that investing in our people is essential not only for our success but also for driving innovation and growth within our industry." Founded in Austin, eightM Corporation is a leading provider of technology solutions and operational services. The company has built a reputation for excellence through a culture that emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and social responsibility. eightM ́s dynamic work environment is characterized by flexible work policies, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a relentless focus on professional development. Their cutting-edge projects and employee-friendly policies have made them a beacon for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers. Beyond the workplace, eightM Corporation is actively engaged in social causes, exemplified by their support for Owners In Honor, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting military veterans and first responders. This involvement demonstrates 8M's commitment to making a positive impact on the wider community. Andre Achtermeier's leadership has played a pivotal role in transforming eightM Corporation into a global employer of choice. His strategic vision has consistently placed people at the heart of the company's mission. "This award reflects the hard work and dedication of every member of our team," Achtermeier expressed. "We will continue to innovate and create opportunities for growth, ensuring our employees remain inspired and our company stays resilient." The World's Best Employer 2025 accolade sets a new standard for what it means to be an exemplary employer in today's world. As eightM Corporation continues to address the skilled labor shortage with initiatives that empower and equip the workforce of the future, it serves as a model for how companies can thrive by prioritizing people and purpose. For more information about eightM Corporation and its commitment to excellence, visit https://www.eight-m.com . To learn more about the World's Best Employer award and the USIQ study, go to https://worlds-best-employer.com/us/home/ Media Contact: Oliver Scharfenberg [email protected] 1 (484) 473 1088 Photos accompanying this announcement are available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8c1abacf-55d7-4f5e-a3e5-8d6f6a5f66dc https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/b2209a19-f06a-4ef2-9fd3-99879238f905 A video accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/0ff77e4a-6f27-4058-9779-4f354f3cce60He is not yet in power but President-elect Donald Trump rattled much of the world with an off-hours warning of stiff tariffs on close allies and China -- a loud hint that Trump-style government by social media post is coming back. With word of these levies against goods imported from Mexico, Canada and China, Trump sent auto industry stocks plummeting, raised fears for global supply chains and unnerved the world's major economies. For Washington-watchers with memories of the Republican's first term, the impromptu policy volley on Monday evening foreshadowed a second term of startling announcements of all manner, fired off at all hours of the day from his smartphone. "Donald Trump is never going to change much of anything," said Larry Sabato, a leading US political scientist and director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics. "You can expect in the second term pretty much what he showed us about himself and his methods in the first term. Social media announcements of policy, hirings and firings will continue." The first of Trump's tariff announcements -- a 25 percent levy on everything coming in from Mexico and Canada -- came amid an angry rebuke of lax border security at 6:45 pm on Truth Social, Trump's own platform. The United States is bound by agreements on the movement of goods and services brokered by Trump in a free trade treaty with both nations during his first term. But Trump warned that the new levy would "remain in effect until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country" -- sowing panic from Ottawa to Mexico City. Seconds later, another message from the incoming commander-in-chief turned the focus on Chinese imports, which he said would be hit with "an additional 10% Tariff, above any additional Tariffs." The consequences were immediate. Almost every major US automaker operates plants in Mexico, and shares in General Motors and Stellantis -- which produce pickup trucks in America's southern neighbor -- plummeted. Canada, China and Mexico protested, while Germany called on its European partners to prepare for Trump to impose hefty tariffs on their exports and stick together to combat such measures. The tumult recalls Trump's first term, when journalists, business leaders and politicians at home and abroad would scan their phones for the latest pronouncements, often long after they had left the office or over breakfast. During his first four years in the Oval Office, the tweet -- in those days his newsy posts were almost exclusively limited to Twitter, now known as X -- became the quasi-official gazette for administration policy. The public learned of the president-elect's 2020 Covid-19 diagnosis via an early-hours post, and when Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander Qasem Soleimani was assassinated on Trump's order, the Republican confirmed the kill by tweeting a US flag. The public and media learned of numerous other decisions big and small by the same source, from the introduction of customs duties to the dismissal of cabinet secretaries. It is not a communication method that has been favored by any previous US administration and runs counter to the policies and practices of most governments around the world. Throughout his third White House campaign, and with every twist and turn in his various entanglements with the justice system, Trump has poured his heart out on Truth Social, an app he turned to during his 20-month ban from Twitter. In recent days, the mercurial Republican has even named his attorney general secretaries of justice and health via announcements on the network. "He sees social media as a tool to shape and direct the national conversation and will do so again," said political scientist Julian Zelizer, a Princeton University professor. cjc/ft/dw/bjt

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