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White House adviser Peter Navarro signaled the administration may force data-center builders to internalize their utility costs—electricity, water and grid resiliency—citing higher bills and a strained grid, though Meta says it already covers its energy usage; the move appears aimed at easing consumer costs amid affordability concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms.
US trade adviser Peter Navarro criticized India for buying discounted Russian oil, accusing Indian elites of profiteering and linking India's actions to funding Russia's war in Ukraine, which led to strong backlash from Indian political leaders and experts. The controversy centered around Navarro's remarks, including a controversial reference to Brahmins, which was widely condemned as insensitive and factually incorrect.
A U.S. federal court ruled that most of Trump's reciprocal tariffs are illegal, but White House trade adviser Navarro claims they are not permanent and will end if illegal activities like drug flow and trade deficits are addressed. The Trump administration is appealing the decision to the Supreme Court, emphasizing the emergency nature of the tariffs and their potential long-term benefits for reducing the national debt.
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro warned that blocking Trump's tariffs in court could be catastrophic for the U.S., emphasizing the importance of the Supreme Court's decision, which is currently pending. The appeals court ruled most of Trump's tariffs illegal, but the administration plans to appeal, arguing that the tariffs are vital for the country's future.