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President Trump Signs Executive Order Consolidating Law Interpretation Powers With Attorney General, Heightening Presidential Oversight of Regulatory Agencies

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WASHINGTON — In a decisive move that centralizes greater interpretative authority on federal laws, U.S. President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order mandating that only the attorney general or the president himself can officially interpret U.S. laws for executive agencies. This new directive restricts federal regulators from autonomously interpreting legal statutes, a role previously held by various federal agencies. The executive order articulates that “the President and the Attorney General’s opinions on questions of law are controlling on all employees in their conduct of official duties.” This effectively shifts interpretative powers away from federal … Read more

China Launches Antitrust Investigation Into Nvidia, Heightening Tensions in US Chip Sector

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Beijing, China — China has initiated an antitrust investigation into American technology giant Nvidia Corp., casting a shadow over the escalating tension between the United States and China concerning technological supremacy, particularly in the competitive semiconductor industry. This move underscores a widening rift over critical technology and trade, as geopolitical conflicts increasingly manifest in the tech sector. The scrutiny from Chinese regulators zeroes in on Nvidia’s proposed acquisition of British chip designer Arm Ltd. This deal, valued at $40 billion, stands as a significant test of China’s tolerance for American dominance in chip technology, amid … Read more