China says it will counter President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese products with tariffs of its own on multiple U.S. imports. It also announced an antitrust probe into Google and other trade measures. Source
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Neo-Nazi leader found guilty of plotting attack on Maryland power grid
Brandon Russell has been found guilty of conspiring to take down Maryland’s power grid in a terrorist plot. Source
Ex-nanny for Neil Gaiman sues author over alleged sexual assaults
The “Sandman” author has denied ever engaging in non-consensual sex. Source
Philly playground’s interactive exhibit helps kids learn Black history
An interactive exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground in Philadelphia teaches kids about people who are making Black history today. Source
Bronx students kick-off Black History Month with an HBCU experience
Students at PS 28X in Tremont enjoyed a visit from the Lincoln University Marching Band on Monday. Source
2/3: The Daily Report
Lindsey Reiser reports on new tariff action out of the White House, the future of USAID, and the latest on the investigation into the deadly plane crash near Washington, D.C. Source
Former USAID official criticizes Trump, Musk over agency changes
Dr. Atul Gawande said denigrating the agency is “dangerous for the country” and shuttering its programs could make Americans less safe. Source
Some fear Trump’s immigration policies will delay Los Angeles’ rebuilding
In California, 41% of construction workers are immigrants, some of whom are in the country without legal documents. Source
Trump and Netanyahu to hold joint news conference
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with President Trump in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. The president plans to hold a joint press conference with Netanyahu, his first with a foreign leader since taking office for a second term. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more on the ongoing ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Source
Some fear Trump’s immigration crackdown could hinder L.A. fire recovery
The Palisades and Eaton Fires that destroyed thousands of homes are now fully contained, but as residents look to rebuild, they could face a problem — President Trump’s immigration crackdown could create a shortage of construction workers. Mark Strassmann has more. Source