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Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Discusses The Effect Of Trump’s Tariffs On The Stock Market: ‘Wall Street Will Be Just Fine’ Washington, D.C. – April 1, 2025 During Tuesday’s White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt assured reporters that Wall Street will weather the impact of President Trump’s new tariffs , emphasizing that the administration’s priority remains revitalizing American industry and protecting Main Street workers . Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect Immediately Leavitt confirmed that Trump’s long-anticipated tariffs will take effect on April 2, 2025 , marking what he has dubbed "Liberation Day." The tariffs, aimed at countries that have taken advantage of the U.S. through unfair trade practices , are expected to incentivize businesses to invest domestically and rebuild American manufacturing . “The president has been talking about April 2nd as Liberation Day in America. It would be taking place today if not ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr 'It Will Be Liberation Day In America': Karoline Leavitt Celebrates April 2nd Tariff Announcement Washington, D.C. — April 1, 2025 Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Monday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed President Donald Trump's commitment to revamping America’s trade policies , declaring that April 2nd will mark "Liberation Day" for American workers and businesses. "On Wednesday, it will be Liberation Day in America , as President Trump has so proudly dubbed it. The Cabinet will be here for the event, and it will be our first Rose Garden event of this administration," Leavitt announced. Trump’s Tariff Plan: Restoring Fair Trade Leavitt emphasized that Trump’s new tariff policy aims to roll back unfair trade practices that have harmed American industries for decades. "The president will be announcing a tariff plan that will restore fair trad...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Governor Gavin Newsom Celebrates César Chávez Day, Calls for Continued Worker Rights Protections Sacramento, CA – March 31, 2025 – California Governor Gavin Newsom marked César Chávez Day with a powerful message honoring the labor leader’s legacy and calling for continued efforts to protect the rights of workers across the state. Honoring a Champion for Workers’ Rights César Chávez, alongside Dolores Huerta , fought tirelessly for the dignity and rights of farmworkers. His historic 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento in 1966 helped expose the exploitation of laborers and ignited one of the most impactful boycotts in American history. “Chávez’s leadership rallied the nation and inspired generations to demand fairness and dignity for all workers,” said Governor Newsom . California’s Commitment to Protecting Workers Governor Newsom emphasized that California’s labor laws protect all workers , regardless of t...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Dismisses Stock Market Sell-Off Ahead of 'Liberation Day 2025' White House Stands Firm on Economic Plans Despite Market Fluctuations Washington, D.C. – Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Karoline Leavitt shrugged off concerns over the recent stock market sell-off , occurring just days before Liberation Day 2025 . The administration remains unfazed , emphasizing that the economic strategy remains on course. Stock Market Reaction & White House Response With mounting speculation surrounding President Donald Trump’s major upcoming policy announcements , financial markets experienced a sell-off , causing concerns among analysts and investors. When asked whether this would impact the administration’s approach, Leavitt dismissed the worries , reiterating that: "The stock market is a snapshot of a moment in time. The President is focused on what’s best for Main Street, and Wall Street ...