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"Operation Meltdown" – New York City seized dozens of ice cream trucks that allegedly evaded almost $4.5 million in traffic violations. What a scoop.
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TICK TOCK, IT'S TIME FOR TARIFFS
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The Story
Remember those tariffs President Trump announced on Mexico last week? They're set to take effect on Monday.
It's Friday, give me the background.
There's been a spike of migrants entering the US. Last month, more than 144,000 migrants were detained after crossing the US-Mexico border illegally or after presenting themselves at ports of entry – the highest number in 13 years. And Trump has an idea to curb the problem: tariffs.
What's the plan?
Last week, Trump said the US is slapping a 5% tariff on all Mexican imports until "the illegal immigration problem is remedied." And a 5% increase would happen every month until the number hits 25% – which could happen as soon as October.
What's Mexico have to say about this?
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador was apparently hoping to reach a deal...yesterday. But that didn't happen, and officials from both countries continued discussions. Mexican officials have promised to deploy up to 6,000 troops to the country's border with Guatemala – in the hopes of reducing the amount of migrants headed to the US. Unclear if Trump will accept this. But it doesn't seem like Trump's own party agrees with his approach.
Go on.
Republican lawmakers warned the president that they strongly oppose the tariffs and are siding with Dems on this one. But Trump has said lawmakers would be "foolish" to try to stop him. So, the tariffs are expected to happen unless a deal between the two countries is struck ASAP.
ASAP?
Yes, since the White House has until today to issue a formal notice to make sure the tariffs go into effect Monday. The tariffs on Mexico could cost the US 400,000 jobs – especially in Texas. We'll say that again: tariffs on Mexico would result in lost American jobs. They would also raise the prices Americans pay for things like avocados, tequila, and more. Some experts also say that while Mexico can step up enforcement, stopping all illegal immigration into the US might be unrealistic.
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Last year, Mexico was the US's third largest trading partner. But right now, it's number one. These tariffs are likely to hurt both countries' economies. It may result in higher prices for US consumers, and Mexico will probably retaliate with tariffs of its own. TBD if this means the US is headed towards an entirely new trade war.
$: Tariffs are usually paid for by the companies that import products but can be pushed onto customers. Here's how new tariffs could affect your wallet.
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What won't let robocalls be…
The FCC. Yesterday, it voted to let phone companies block robocalls for customers. Pause for collective sigh of relief. We all know these types of calls have gotten out of control. In the span of a year, the FCC got millions of complaints about them. Yes, we said millions. Now they're taking action by letting your phone carrier block these calls by default.
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Who's sending out an apology…
The New York Police Department. It's apologizing for the 1969 raid at the Stonewall Inn – a popular gay bar in NYC. Back in the '60s, law enforcement often considered being gay a crime. And in the early hours of June 28th 1969, police raided the bar. Customers fought back, which turned into days of riots. It was seen as a pivotal point in the modern gay rights movement, and a year later the first gay pride parade was held. In the past, the NYPD has avoided apologizing about the raid. But yesterday, 50 years later, the NYPD commissioner apologized, and said that "the actions and the laws were discriminatory and oppressive." While some were happy to hear the apology, others said 'it's just too little, too late.'
Skimm More: To celebrate Pride Month, we've Skimm'd everything from LGBTQ+ history and celebrations around the world to terms to know and books to read.
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Which company is facing the heat…
Vox Media. Yesterday, hundreds of employees walked off the job. Staffers have been trying to unionize for more than a year. And they haven't been able to agree with management on how to make it happen, especially with things like salary and severance details. The company's CEO says he's still committed to making this work.
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Who's more indecisive than you figuring out what to get for lunch…
Joe Biden. The former VP and 2020 candidate said he no longer supports the Hyde Amendment...a day after his campaign said he still supports it. Reminder: that's the law that bans the federal gov from funding most abortions. Foresight is 2020.
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When you wish you had a summer Friday today…
Skimm This. Our daily podcast talks about the dream that could become a permanent reality in the UK: a four-day work week. Some politicians are pretty interested, and surprise, so are three out of four British workers.
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Why your dog seems a little high strung…
Take a look in the mirror.
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Okay, ladies, now let's get in formation.
The Women's World Cup is back. France is your host. Reigning champ the US of A will be there. Along with 23 other teams. Tune in for kickoff at 3pm ET today and keep your eye on the ball for the next four weeks.
Need a cheat sheet? We Skimm'd how the tournament works and the players to know.
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"City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert
Your favorite "Eat, Pray, Love," author is back. This time it's fiction and set in the NYC theater world in the 1940s. You'll follow 19-year-old Vivian Morris after she gets kicked out of college and becomes a NYC showgirl. Pairs well with a cocktail...or two. Get it here.
PS: Our book "How To Skimm Your Life" is available for pre-order. There are travel hacks, personal finance tips, a run-down on wine, and so much more.
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For when you have something to say…
Find your voice. That's Valerie Jarrett's advice. She was the longest-serving Senior Advisor to the President in history. And this week's guest on "Skimm'd from the Couch." Where she talks to us about how she fought for gender equality inside the White House. Listen and subscribe for more.
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Spotlight on…Rebecca T (MD), who's celebrating the 10th anniversary of starting her business Redstart Creative. It's a woman-owned firm that aims to create clear communications for mission-driven organizations empowering positive change in the world.
Cheers to…Sarah K (NY) for leading the sixth installment of OutdoorFest, a festival she created to bring NYC dwellers into the outdoors. And Emily W (WA) for making it to Scotland to fulfill a lifelong dream: seeing the Spice Girls in concert.
(Some) Birthdays… Lizzie Tisch (NY), theSkimm's Sam Horowitz (NY), Marielle Warner (NH), Rebecca Iannucci (NC), Autumn Carter (NY), Caroline Barbour (WA), Eric Miller (CA), Katherine Frisina (MA), Anna Catherine English (SC), Jean Williford (TX), Kelly Hector (DC), Yukari Feldman (MO), Zachary Olsen (IL), Zevi Litwin (FL)
*Paging all members of theSkimm. Reach out here for a chance to be featured.
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