5 things to know for July 28: Gaza, Tariffs, Walmart attack, Missing mom and child, Pets
Context:
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against Chicago's sanctuary laws, citing a lack of standing for the US. An internal US review found no evidence of Hamas misappropriating US-funded humanitarian aid in Gaza, contradicting State Department claims. The US and EU have averted a trade war by agreeing on a 15% tariff on most European goods entering the US, as opposed to the threatened 50%. In Michigan, bystanders helped apprehend a suspect in a Walmart stabbing attack, while all 11 victims are expected to survive. Animal shelters are seeing an increase in pet surrenders due to financial hardships, with many owners forced to give up their animals as they move to more affordable housing that doesn't allow pets.
Dive Deeper:
A federal lawsuit challenging Chicago's sanctuary laws was dismissed due to the US lacking standing, with similar suits filed against other major cities like Los Angeles and New York City.
A US government review found no evidence of Hamas stealing US-funded humanitarian aid in Gaza, challenging earlier State Department claims and highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis in the region.
A trade agreement between the US and EU has been reached, setting a 15% tariff on European goods entering the US, which averted a potential trade war that could have seen tariffs rise to 50%.
In Michigan, bystanders, including former Marines, played a crucial role in subduing a suspect involved in a random stabbing attack at Walmart, ensuring all 11 victims are expected to survive.
Animal shelters across the US report increased pet surrenders due to financial difficulties, as rising costs and housing constraints force owners to give up their pets, impacting both owners and animals emotionally.