In a dramatic turn of events, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced Monday that the country had reached an agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump, effectively pausing a looming tariff threat for one month.

Trump had planned to impose tariffs on Mexico, which were set to take effect Tuesday, in response to what he described as an "intolerable alliance" between the Mexican government and drug trafficking organizations. The tariffs would have been a significant blow to the Mexican economy, given the extensive trade between the two nations.

However, following a conversation between Sheinbaum and Trump, the U.S. agreed to temporarily halt these tariffs. In return, Mexico committed to deploying 10,000 National Guard troops to its northern border to combat drug trafficking, particularly the flow of fentanyl into the U.S. 

Sheinbaum emphasized the U.S. commitment to address the trafficking of high-powered weapons into Mexico, a long-standing concern for Mexican authorities. "The agreement also includes a U.S. commitment to act to prevent trafficking of high-powered weapons to Mexico," Sheinbaum stated.

This deal comes as a relief to both countries, aiming to maintain the stability of their economic relations while addressing security issues. The one-month pause on tariffs provides a window for further negotiations, with both leaders expressing optimism about reaching a more permanent agreement.

The announcement has calmed markets, with the Mexican peso gaining ground against the dollar. However, the temporary nature of the deal leaves room for uncertainty, as both nations navigate the complex dynamics of trade and security along their shared border.

DOGE and Musk “Spent the weekend feeding USAID into the WOODCHIPPER” …its just …gone!

Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has declared the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) as "beyond repair," signaling a major overhaul in U.S. foreign aid policy. In a startling move, Musk announced that President Donald Trump has agreed to the shutdown of USAID, sparking immediate action with staff being instructed to stay out of its Washington headquarters.

Musk, in a candid discussion on X Spaces, described USAID's condition starkly, saying, "It became apparent that it's not an apple with a worm in it. What we have is just a ball of worms. You've got to basically get rid of the whole thing." This metaphor underscores Musk's view that the agency cannot be salvaged in its current form.

The billionaire entrepreneur, tasked by Trump with streamlining government operations, further emphasized the dire state of USAID by stating, "It's beyond repair," indicating that the decision to dismantle the agency came after thorough discussion with the president. "I actually checked with him a few times [and] said, 'Are you sure?' And so we're shutting it down," Musk added, confirming the administration's commitment to this radical change.

The closure has immediate effects, with USAID employees barred from their offices and more than 600 staff members reportedly locked out of agency computer systems overnight. This move represents a significant shift in U.S. foreign aid strategy, potentially affecting international development programs worldwide.

As of now, neither the White House nor USAID has provided further comments on the situation. The international community and domestic critics are watching closely, as this could redefine America's role in global humanitarian efforts.

Guess which Red state just became the first to BAN Chinese AI

Gov. Greg Abbott has issued an order banning the use of the AI app DeepSeek and the social media platform RedNote on all government-issued devices, citing concerns over Chinese Communist Party (CCP) influence, making Texas the first state to take such action against these apps.

The order, announced on Sunday, also extends to Lemon8, another app owned by ByteDance, TikTok's parent company. The move comes after a brief shutdown of TikTok in the U.S., which saw many users migrate to RedNote as an alternative, according to the New York Post.

“Texas will not allow the Chinese Communist Party to infiltrate our state’s critical infrastructure through data-harvesting AI and social media apps,” Abbott stated in a press release. The governor's concerns highlight the potential risks of data collection by these apps, which could be shared with the Chinese government under Chinese law.

DeepSeek, an AI chatbot, has recently gained traction in the U.S., but it also raised security concerns similar to those that led to the ban on TikTok on government devices. RedNote, or Xiaohongshu, is popular in China and has seen a significant U.S. user base growth, especially during the TikTok ban scare.

This ban reflects a broader trend of states and the federal government imposing restrictions on Chinese apps due to national security concerns. Texas' action underscores the escalating tension between technology, data privacy, and international politics.

The governor's office did not provide further comments on the ban, but the decision has sparked discussions on balancing innovation with security in an increasingly digital world.