The online version of From the Politics Desk is an evening newsletter that provides the latest reporting and analysis from the NBC News Politics team. In the most recent edition, Speaker Mike Johnson is working to get House Republicans in line on a major bill, with President Trump’s help. Economic uncertainty continues due to Trump’s tariff plans. In addition, voter ID policies gained support in Wisconsin’s recent election, despite Democratic opposition.
Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to pass a Senate-approved budget resolution with Trump’s support, despite pushback from House conservatives. Trump’s tariff plans have led to market volatility, with tariffs set to go into effect on goods from China. The Trump administration is sending mixed signals about negotiating the tariffs, causing uncertainty in the markets.
Wisconsin voters recently approved an amendment enshrining an existing voter ID law, highlighting the broad support for such policies despite Democratic objections. The election results showed Democratic support for the voter ID measure in traditionally liberal areas. The history of voter ID laws and their impact on party coalitions are changing, raising questions about future fights over this issue.
Other top stories include Trump signing executive orders to support the coal industry, the Supreme Court halting a judge’s ruling on federal worker reinstatements, and the possibility of drone strikes on Mexican drug cartels. The Department of Homeland Security has agreed to share tax information filed by undocumented taxpayers with ICE, and potential troop drawdowns in Eastern Europe are raising concerns about Russian aggression.
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