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An 89-year-old man is in critical condition after his car crashed through a fence and plunged into the water in Brooklyn’s Mill Basin near 2337 56th Drive on Wednesday afternoon. NYPD and FDNY divers pulled the driver from the water just after noon. He was treated and transported to the hospital by Canarsie and Flatbush Hatzolah volunteers with life-threatening injuries. No other vehicles were involved. Sources tell YWN that the victim suffered a medical episode, which caused him to lose control of the vehicle. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

An 89-year-old man is in critical condition after his car crashed through a fence and plunged into the water in Brooklyn’s Mill Basin near 2337 56th Drive on Wednesday afternoon. NYPD and FDNY divers pulled the driver from the water just after noon. He was treated and transported to the hospital by Canarsie and Flatbush Hatzolah volunteers, with life-threatening injuries. No other vehicles were involved. Sources tell YWN that the victim likely suffered a medical episode, which caused him to lose control of the vehicle and plunge into the water. VIDEOS FOR YWN BY ISAAC COHEN

Israeli intelligence believes that food supplies in Gaza could last for approximately one more month following the suspension of aid deliveries that began after the January ceasefire, according to a report Wednesday evening by Kan News.

Throughout the war, which began with the Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and during the January truce, humanitarian shipments were regularly permitted into Gaza. However, much of that aid was reportedly seized by Hamas operatives, who either sold it to civilians at steep prices or stockpiled it for their own use.

Israeli officials are now hoping that the dwindling resources in Gaza will compel Hamas to meet Israel’s conditions, which include releasing the remaining hostages and agreeing to disarm. This strategy may also explain Defense Minister Yisroel Katz’s comments earlier in the day suggesting that Israel might soon restart the delivery of humanitarian assistance.

The Kan report noted that military leaders are currently evaluating possible alternatives to deliver aid in a way that ensures it doesn’t fall into the hands of Hamas. Officials argue that limiting access to basic necessities like food, fuel, and water is essential to ratcheting up pressure on the terror group, and that failure to comply with Israeli demands will only worsen conditions in the enclave.

On Wednesday morning, Defense Minister Katz outlined Israel’s strategic goals in Gaza and how they are being carried out by the IDF. “First and foremost, we are making every effort to bring about the release of all of the hostages under the Witkoff plan, and to build a bridge to defeat Hamas later on,” Katz stated.

Katz emphasized that halting humanitarian assistance is a deliberate step meant to weaken Hamas’ grip over civilians in Gaza. He added that Israel is exploring a new system to distribute aid through private sector channels, in an effort to prevent the terror group from exploiting relief efforts.

Facing backlash from some coalition members following his statements, Katz later clarified his position: “Israel’s policy is clear – no humanitarian aid is set to enter Gaza, and preventing humanitarian aid from entering Gaza is a key pressure tool that prevents Hamas from using means against the population, in addition to other measures Israel is taking. It’s unfortunate that some are trying to mislead the public.”

He concluded by reiterating that there is no current plan to resume humanitarian shipments. “No one in the current reality intends to bring any humanitarian aid to Gaza, nor are there preparations to bring any such aid. I emphasized that regarding the future, a mechanism must be built for the use of civilian companies as a tool that will not allow Hamas access to the issue even in the future.”

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Families affiliated with the Tikva Forum convened on Wednesday with Minister Ron Dermer to receive an update on the ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza.

Following the discussion, participants voiced alarm over the prospect of a limited agreement that would exclude some of the captives. “We understood once again that the State of Israel is negotiating over a limited number of hostages – and all the rest will be abandoned in Gaza for at least several months,” said Ditza and Yaron Or and Zvika Mor of the Tikva Forum. “This is unacceptable. It is forbidden to select among the hostages. All the hostages must be released together – in one go and on one bus.”

The families urged Minister Dermer to dramatically ramp up the pressure on Hamas, proposing a cessation of humanitarian assistance, the dismantling of utilities such as power, water, and internet, the destruction of entire neighborhoods, and even the seizure of territory as bargaining tools, alongside escalating both diplomatic and military action.

When they pressed Dermer for a specific strategy on how the government planned to recover every hostage swiftly, they were met with silence.

“The Israeli government must force Hamas to return all the hostages by using all means of pressure at its disposal,” they declared in closing.

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In a groundbreaking move that challenges long-held taboos within the chareidi world, the Toldos Aharon community of Meah Shearim has taken a historic step: dedicating a major feature in its official weekly publication, Anash Blattel, to the topic of children with Down syndrome. This unprecedented 10,000-word article, published in the Pesach edition, seeks to remove the shame often associated with raising a child with special needs and to place the conversation firmly and openly on the table.

For generations, some families in some parts of the chareidi world have hidden children with disabilities—avoiding bringing them to shul, to simchos, or even mentioning them in public. But Toldos Aharon is leading a shift in mindset. The magazine gave parents of children with special needs a platform to tell their stories—some openly, others anonymously—sharing their pain, struggles, and immense emotional challenges.

These are parents tested by Hashem with an especially difficult nisayon, yet they rise to the challenge with profound strength. One after another, they described the loneliness and burden of raising a special child, often without a support system that understands what they face daily.

The magazine framed the issue with spiritual depth, describing these children as neshamos tehoros, pure souls from the upper worlds, who descended into bodies that carry physical hardship. These children are not only here for their own tikun, but also to bring spiritual elevation to their families. They are “pure souls in broken vessels,” as the article put it—souls whose purpose and mission are known only to the Ribbono Shel Olam.

One father explained, “Unless you’ve lived it, you can never truly understand. You can hear a thousand descriptions, but you won’t grasp the heartache and challenge unless you’ve stood in our place—and you never will, b’ezras Hashem.”

The article emphasized that this nisayon does not discriminate. It can strike the most accomplished individuals—bnei Torah, community leaders, askanim, or the children of prominent rabbanim. “If Hashem chooses a family for this challenge,” the piece said, “He picks them with a divine tweezer. Only those truly suited for it are chosen.”

One parent shared a moving insight: “We constantly remind ourselves that this child isn’t our personal challenge. Rather, we’ve been entrusted with a pikadon, a sacred deposit, from Heaven. If our child makes noise in shul or at a wedding, that’s not our shame. It’s our honor. Imagine someone going around asking for a kind-hearted family to take in a child—without pay, without time limits—and we said yes. Mi ke’amcha Yisroel!”

Another parent added, “When people ask me how I took on such a burden, I answer that the request came from the Gadol Hador—the Ribbono Shel Olam Himself. He chose us and promised us yeshuos in its merit.”

One striking passage urged readers to rethink how they speak to these families. “Please don’t tell us ‘you’re lucky to have such a special neshamah’ or quote tzaddikim saying these are holy souls. We know that already. What we need isn’t lofty platitudes—it’s sensitivity, space, and respect. And please, don’t try to help ‘discipline’ our child or offer advice unless you truly understand. If you want to help, take the child on an outing, give us a break, or simply be there.”

The article concluded with several practical messages for families and the broader community:

1. Early Evaluation: If you suspect developmental delays, don’t panic, but do check with professionals. Early diagnosis is a gift. Don’t hide. Don’t be ashamed.

2. Find Support: You are not alone. There are now support groups within the chareidi community, including in Toldos Aharon. Reach out and find strength together.

3. Accept and Embrace: There is no “cure” for the reality. Don’t waste energy on bubbe maisehs or miracle cures. Don’t worry about shidduchim or the gossipers—they’ll talk either way. Hiding the child only gives fuel to rumors and speculation. Instead, invest in real solutions. There are excellent professionals today who can help your child reach their potential.

4. Spiritual Anchoring: Before all else, the article encouraged parents to bring their concerns to their rebbe and daas Torah, and to daven with all their heart. “We have whom to turn to—and we must.”

Ultimately, the message was one of pride, not shame; strength, not embarrassment. “When our children come home and tell us that their sibling with special needs acted out in shul,” one father said with shining eyes, “I remind them: This is our pekudah from Hashem. And if that’s the price of having the zechus to care for His beloved child, we accept it with love.”

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TIME Magazine has named Noa Argamani—who endured months in captivity after being kidnapped by Hamas—as one of the 100 most influential people of 2025.

Argamani was seized on October 7, 2023, during the terror attack at the Supernova Music Festival in Re’im, alongside her partner, Avinatan Or. A widely circulated video captured the horrific moment she was taken—her arms raised and pleading for help while sitting on the back of a terrorist’s motorcycle. That footage quickly became an emblem of the massacre.

Her release came on June 8, 2024, in a dramatic rescue operation carried out by Yamam, the Shin Bet, and the IDF. She was freed along with Shlomi Ziv, Almog Meir Jan, and Andrey Kozlov. The mission was later named Operation Arnon, in memory of Yamam officer Arnon Zmora, who was killed during the operation. Avinatan Or remains a hostage.

Since being rescued, Argamani has become a prominent advocate for the release of the remaining hostages. She has spoken at major international events and met with world leaders, amplifying the cause on the global stage.

Her entry in the TIME 100 list was written by Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris. In his piece, Emhoff shared that the video of Argamani’s kidnapping is “forever seared into my soul. She was joyfully dancing with so many others at the Nova music festival when Hamas launched its brutal terrorist attack. As she was kidnapped into Gaza on a motorcycle, her harrowing expression became a symbol of the pain and trauma Jews worldwide, myself included, continue to feel.”

He went on to say, “My wife Kamala Harris and I stand with Noa in fighting for the release of all the hostages. We cannot give up until every one of them is home.”

Emhoff concluded with a powerful tribute: “Noa’s advocacy has ¬illuminated Hamas’ extreme brutality, but more importantly, her bravery has embodied Jewish resilience and strength even in the worst moments. She is living proof to the world that, despite everything, ‘we will dance again.'”

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Just weeks after resuming large-scale military action in Gaza, the IDF and Shin Bet released a summary of recent accomplishments, highlighting the elimination of top Hamas operatives, attacks on strategic locations, and the capture of significant territory in the region.

Military activities in Gaza resumed on March 18, 2025, with a focused campaign aimed at high-ranking and mid-level members of the Hamas terror organization.

The initial wave of strikes was guided by detailed intelligence work and meticulous analysis carried out through close collaboration between the IDF’s Intelligence Directorate and the Shin Bet. According to information currently available, there is a high degree of certainty that eight senior figures from Hamas’s political bureau were killed in that opening salvo.

In addition to those high-ranking officials, multiple commanders from various internal units—including Hamas’s General and Internal Security branches—were also eliminated. These operatives had been involved in vital roles supporting both terror infrastructure and arms production for Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Throughout the broader conflict, Israeli forces have made it a priority to target top leadership figures of Hamas, both within Gaza and outside its borders.

As the latest phase of the Gaza operation unfolds, a total of eleven Hamas political bureau leaders have now been confirmed eliminated.

Striking figures from both the political and security arms of Hamas has dealt a blow to the group’s ability to govern in Gaza and has disrupted coordination between its political leadership and its military operations. These actions have significantly furthered Israel’s efforts to cripple Hamas’s control over the region.

To date, around 1,200 terrorist-linked targets have been hit from the air by over 350 Israel Air Force jets and aircraft. The operation has included more than 100 targeted killings, taking out hundreds of terrorists and militant commanders involved in the October 7 massacre and other attacks.

Among the eliminated figures are a deputy brigade commander, five battalion leaders, a deputy battalion commander, the head of military intelligence for Hamas in southern Gaza, 15 company commanders, and others who infiltrated Israel on October 7 and took part in the massacre.

Ground troops continue their mission to destroy Hamas’s operational infrastructure, operating in new territories where they hadn’t previously entered. Their objectives include uncovering weapons caches, dismantling tunnels, and neutralizing terrorist facilities.

The military remains ready to widen the ground campaign depending on how the situation evolves.

At present, IDF forces are expanding control of the “Morag” Corridor, which separates the Khan Yunis and Rafah Brigades.

As a result of these ongoing efforts, Israeli forces have now secured multiple strategic areas and routes within Gaza. Roughly 30% of the territory is under Israeli control and is now classified as part of an Operational Security Perimeter.

{Matzav.com Israel}

President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Harvard University Wednesday morning, declaring the school undeserving of further federal assistance and claiming it no longer qualifies as a respectable academic institution.

In a fiery Truth Social post, Trump labeled the university a “JOKE,” following the announcement from his administration that $2.2 billion in federal funding would be frozen. The move came after Harvard declined to follow directives related to staffing choices, academic content, and its admissions processes.

Trump took particular aim at the university’s recent faculty hires, singling out ex-New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot—both Democrats—whom he mocked for their roles as educators.

He also condemned Harvard’s handling of Claudine Gay, the university’s first Black female president, who stepped down last year amid revelations of alleged plagiarism spanning back decades. “Everyone knows that Harvard has ‘lost its way,’” Trump posted. “They hired, from New York (Bill D) and Chicago (Lori L), at ridiculously high salaries/fees, two of the WORST and MOST INCOMPETENT mayors in the history of our Country, to ‘teach’ municipal management and government. These two Radical Left fools left behind two cities that will take years to recover from their incompetence and evil.”

He didn’t stop there, criticizing Harvard’s broader academic environment and staff. Trump accused the institution of bringing in “almost all woke, Radical Left, idiots and birdbrains,” and said they are “only capable of teaching FAILURE to students and so-called ‘future leaders.’”

Referencing Gay again, Trump called her Harvard’s “plagiarizing President,” and lambasted the university’s decision to retain her in a teaching role. “When it got so bad that they just couldn’t take it anymore, they moved this grossly inept woman into another position, teaching, rather than firing her ON THE SPOT,” he wrote. “Since then much else has been found out about her, but she remains in place.”

Gay currently holds the title of Wilbur A. Cowett Professor of Government and also serves as a professor in African and African-American Studies.

Trump suggested that the university remains filled with individuals “like these Leftist dopes,” continuing to shape Harvard’s academic offerings.

“Because of that, Harvard can no longer be considered even a decent place of learning, and should not be considered on any list of the World’s Great Universities or Colleges,” Trump said. “Harvard is a JOKE, teaches Hate and Stupidity, and should no longer receive Federal Funds. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”

This latest tirade comes just a day after Trump hinted that Harvard’s tax-exempt status should be revoked, suggesting it be treated like a political group for, in his words, promoting “political, ideological, and terrorist inspired/supporting ‘Sickness?’”

Earlier in the week, Harvard President Alan Garber responded to the administration’s pressure by addressing the university community directly. “No government — regardless of which party is in power — should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.”

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A new video surfaced today from the military wing of Islamic Jihad, showing hostage Rom Braslavski, who was abducted during the October 7, 2023, terror assault on the Nova music festival.

This marks the first time Braslavski has been shown on video since his abduction, serving as a rare indication that he is still alive after spending over 500 days in captivity.

His family permitted only the release of a short, heavily blurred clip that was originally circulated by Islamic Jihad.

Nineteen-year-old Braslavski, a resident of Pisgat Ze’ev, had been working as a security guard at the Nova music event held near Kibbutz Re’im when the massacre took place. Witness accounts describe his bravery as he risked his life to protect and rescue numerous attendees.

According to reports from that tragic day, he also attempted to evacuate the bodies of two young women to prevent their remains from being taken to Gaza. However, just moments later, a rocket-propelled grenade was launched in their direction, scattering the crowd in panic. Braslavski vanished during the chaos.

His family remains gravely worried about his health. He has a history of severe asthma and sustained injuries to both hands during the attack.

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Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez today announced that Miriam Yarimi, 32, of Midwood, Brooklyn, has been arraigned on an indictment charging her with reckless manslaughter and other charges for allegedly speeding through a steady red light before crashing into an Uber that was waiting for a family to finish crossing the street, plowing through the pedestrians as her car rolled over. A 34-year-old mother and her daughters, 5 and 8, died from the impact, and her 4-year-son suffered serious injuries. District Attorney Gonzalez said, “This horrific fatal crash was one of the worst I’ve seen in over 25 years as a prosecutor. It wasn’t an accident. This defendant’s unconscionably dangerous driving wiped out a family. The consequences of her flouting traffic laws and commonsense were disastrous, and we will now seek to hold her fully accountable for this criminally reckless behavior.” Yarimi was arraigned today by Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Danny Chun on an indictment charging her with multiple counts of second-degree manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, second-degree assault, and other related counts. She was ordered held without bail and to return to court on June 11, 2025. The defendant is facing a maximum sentence of five to 15 years in prison if convicted of the top count. The District Attorney said that, according to the investigation, on March 29, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the defendant was driving a 2023 Audi, turning onto Ocean Parkway. Video surveillance shows her car drive through a red light a block before the crash, narrowly avoiding other cars and continue north on Ocean Parkway. At the next intersection, with Quentin Road, the mother, Natasha Saada, 34, was crossing Ocean Parkway from west to east, holding hands with her three children, Diana, 8, Deborah, 5, and Philip, 4. The evidence shows that a Toyota Camry was in the process of turning right from Quentin Road onto Ocean Parkway and was waiting for the pedestrians to finish crossing. When the family was a step or two from the sidewalk, the Audi driven by the defendant sped through the intersection against the light, smashed into the back of the turning Toyota and plowed through the victims with her car continuing to roll over, stopping about 130 feet away. According to evidence obtained from the black box, the Audi was traveling at about 68 mph (in a 25-mph zone), was at full throttle (suggesting the gas pedal was floored) and zero brake was applied. The mother and two daughters were killed at the scene. Her son suffered skull fractures, brain bleeding and had a kidney removed. The Toyota had five occupants – the Uber driver, a mother and her three kids – who sustained minor injuries. The Audi ended up upside down and had to be cut to get the defendant out. She suffered minor physical injuries. The District Attorney thanked detectives from the NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad for their assistance in the investigation.

An Israeli fighter jet on the way to the Gaza Strip inadvertently dropped one of its bombs on an open field near Kibbutz Nir Yitzchak in the northwestern Negev on Tuesday evening.

The bomb exploded, but there were no casualties or damage as it landed in an unpopulated agricultural area.

“A short while ago, munitions dropped from a fighter jet during an attack in the Gaza Strip fell in an open area in the Nir Yitzchak area as a result of a technical malfunction,” according to the IDF Spokesperson.

Kibbutz members heard the explosion but initially assumed it was the launch of an Iron Dome interceptor.

“The kibbutz is in constant contact with military officials and expects a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the incident,” according to a statement released by the community.

On Tuesday, Nir Yitzchak held an open day for families interested in living there. Terrorists attacked the kibbutz directly on Oct. 7, 2023, killing eight and taking six captive, as well as two bodies.

The kibbutz, which was severely damaged during the attack, has since been working to rehabilitate itself both physically and in terms of the community, and is opening its doors to new families.

The Eshkol Regional Council, which covers an area between Ashkelon and Be’er Sheva, called the bombing “a very unusual incident” and noted that it is under investigation by the Israeli Air Force. “We are in direct contact with military officials and expect a thorough investigation of the case and the implementation of the conclusions regarding it in order to ensure that such incidents do not happen again in the future,” it said.

The incident was not the first of its kind during the current war, according to Ynet.

In June 2024, a tank shell went off course and landed near the border fence, according to the outlet.

In May 2024, a 1,100-pound bomb that had fallen from an IAF F-15 was found among houses in Moshav Yated, also in the Eshkol region. The IDF called the malfunction “unusual, rare, serious and dangerous.” However, such incidents are still extremely rare. JNS

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Hong Kong Post announced on Wednesday that it is halting sea mail services for parcels heading to the United States and will soon suspend airmail shipments containing merchandise, citing what it described as unfair trade practices by the U.S.

The agency warned that individuals in Hong Kong sending goods to America should expect to be hit with steep charges as a result of what it called unjustified and aggressive policies. “When sending items to the United States, Hong Kong people ‘should be prepared to pay exorbitant and unreasonable fees due to the U.S.’s unreasonable and bullying acts,’” Hong Kong Post said in a statement.

Shipments that only include paperwork or documents — and not physical products — will continue without interruption.

“The U.S. is unreasonable, bullying and imposing tariffs abusively. Hong Kong post will definitely not collect any so-called tariffs on behalf of the U.S.,” the statement added.

According to an official U.S. government bulletin, Hong Kong is now subject to the same trade duties imposed on mainland China.

While Hong Kong was once internationally recognized for its status as a liberal, business-friendly trading port, the passage of a strict national security law by Beijing in 2020 triggered a wave of U.S. condemnation and led to Washington revoking the territory’s special treatment under American law.

Hong Kong Post explained that its decision stems from recent U.S. policy changes — specifically the removal of the “de minimus” exception and higher tariffs scheduled to go into effect on May 2 for goods shipped from Hong Kong.

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The southern periphery is quickly catching up to the center: there is an accelerated wave of building and development across the south, particularly in Netivot, which boasts the country’s more expansive building plans. Alongside tens of thousands of housing units already under construction, the government is investing astronomical sums into the area’s growth: from developing a state-of-the-art industrial park, to founding a national hi-tech center, to building a new rail network that will drastically reduce commute times to the center of the country. >> All the details on the meteoric rise of the Torah city of the south below. The air is filled with an intoxicating scent of fresh beginnings, the pounding of hammers, and the rumble of construction vehicles. Young couples and growing families are arriving by the day to see the massive construction of thousands of housing units—and to sign on the dotted line for their new homes. The Torah city of the south is experiencing a surge in construction, development, and population growth it hasn’t seen since its establishment. Thousands of new units have gone up in the past few years; many are expected to be move-in ready soon, and tens of thousands more are expected to be built in the coming years. There is no doubt: Netivot has become the premier alternative for bnei Torah seeking to live in a strong, serious kehilla of yungeleit with excellent mosdos chinuch and communal support, at prices that simply don’t exist anywhere else in the country. Roshei Kehillos from Yerushalayim, Bnei Brak, and Modiin Illit during a visit to the Kiryat Beit Halevi site following the completion of Stage A sales to hundreds of young avreichim. A Wave of Growth and Renewal It’s important to note that Netivot is part of a broader surge of development and renewal. In recent years, the entire southern region has been undergoing a rapid and intense development process, with major investments in infrastructure, transportation, entrepreneurship, and business spearheaded by the Israeli government. Close to 70% of current and future national development plans are centered in this region, making it, without question, the most promising investment channel in today’s market. And the good news doesn’t end there: the government has earmarked tens of thousands of new homes for the entire region. Beyond the 36,000 housing units set to be built in Netivot, another 34,000 will soon be put on the market in nearby Kiryat Gat, 18,000 more in Ofakim, and another 10,000 in Yerucham. This is in addition to those in Kasif—a new city currently in advanced planning stages, expected to include 50,000 units in its first phase—and the future city of Tila, where another 20,000 homes are expected. This broad supply of housing stands in stark contrast to the severe shortage and skyrocketing prices of available apartments in central Eretz Yisroel. Adding to the challenge, much of the available inventory under government subsidized plans like “Mechir Lemishtaken” (Buyer Fixed Plan) is now being designated for army reservists, leaving young charedi couples little realistic chance of securing a home of their own in the center. All of this makes Netivot the obvious choice. What’s more, planning and development officials are now projecting that around 70% of young charedi couples will end up settling in the south in the coming years, simply due to the […]

California Governor Gavin Newsom revealed on Wednesday that he is taking legal action against President Trump in response to the broad tariffs the president has instituted, arguing that the measures are causing serious disruption across California’s economy — the biggest of any state in the nation.

Newsom’s lawsuit contends that Trump’s reliance on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to justify sweeping tariffs on nations like Mexico, Canada, and China — along with a 10% tax on all foreign goods — is an overreach of executive power.

“President Trump’s unlawful tariffs are wreaking chaos on California families, businesses, and our economy — driving up prices and threatening jobs,” Newsom said in a statement. “We’re standing up for American families who can’t afford to let the chaos continue.”

Newsom’s office added that the legal complaint will also make the case that such tariff actions require explicit authorization from Congress, rather than unilateral executive implementation.

California, which ranks as the fifth-largest economy globally, stands to lose billions if the tariff policies are left unchecked, Newsom warned.

With this filing, California becomes the first state to legally challenge Trump’s tariff strategy.

Trump has imposed a baseline 10% tariff on nearly all imported goods, with even steeper rates targeting specific countries, including Mexico, Canada, and China. That said, Trump announced a 90-day suspension of the tariff program last week after numerous nations signaled interest in reaching trade agreements.

China was the sole exception. Trump imposed a massive 125% tariff on Chinese imports, citing what he described as “a lack of respect” from China’s leadership. When added to an existing 20% fentanyl-related tariff, some Chinese goods now face duties as high as 145%.

Newsom is expected to appear with California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Wednesday to speak about the legal action.

“The president’s chaotic and haphazard implementation of tariffs is not only deeply troubling, it’s illegal,” Bonta said in a statement, as reported by the LA Times. “Californians are bracing for fallout from the impact of the president’s choices — from farmers in the Central Valley, to small businesses in Sacramento, and worried families at the kitchen table — this game the president is playing has very real consequences for Californians across our state.”

The lawsuit follows closely on the heels of Newsom’s appeal to foreign governments, urging them to spare California-made goods from retaliatory tariff measures. No exemptions have been confirmed thus far.

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RFK JR.: “We’re going to announce a series of new studies to identify precisely what the environment toxins are that are causing [autism]. This has not been done before and we’re going to do it in a thorough and comprehensive way.”

Sec. Doug Burgum transfers administrative jurisdiction over nearly 110,000 acres of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border to the U.S. Army over the next 3 years: “We’re up against a real enemy here. We need to make sure the border is secure.”

Earlier today, terrorists threw rocks and a bottle of paint toward a tourist bus adjacent to Burqa. As a result, two American citizens were lightly injured and received medical treatment at the scene. A search is ongoing to find the terrorists.

A Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist, one of the perpetrators of a deadly terror shooting attack in the West Bank village of al-Funduq in January, was killed by Israeli forces near Jenin this morning, the military says.

TIME has named Israeli former hostage Noa Argamani one of its 100 Most Influential People of 2025.