US Weekly Headlines: Policy change for Pentagon officials, government shutdown continues

US Weekly Headlines: Policy Change for Pentagon Officials

The government shutdown continues as Washington scrambles to find a solution. Meanwhile, President Trump has imposed new tariffs and ceased aid to Colombia.

Trump's Remarks on Colombia

Trump called Colombia's leader, Gustavo Petro, an "illegal drug leader" and announced that the US will eliminate assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports.

Trump referred to Petro as "an illegal drug leader" who is "low-rated and very unpopular."

Trump also stated that Colombia has "no fight against the drugs" and is a "drug manufacturing machine" with "a lunatic" for a president.

Policy Changes for Pentagon Officials

Policy changes for Pentagon officials aim to eliminate miscommunication between Congress.

Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs and cuts aid to Colombia.

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