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Congress Melts Down Over Epstein Files, GM Loses $1B, and Trump's Surprise Trade Move
•Chaos in Congress: The House adjourns early for August recess as tensions explode over Epstein file disclosures. Democrats and Republicans clash, and leadership hits the panic button. •Alina Habba Out: Trump's controversial pick for U.S. Attorney in New Jersey is out after 120 days. Senate Republicans balk, and federal judges name a successor. •GM's Billion-Dollar Hit: General Motors reports a 35% drop in Q2 earnings, blaming $1.1 billion in losses on new auto tariffs. Will vehicle prices go up next? •Surprise Trump Tariff Deal: The U.S. finalizes a new trade pact with the Philippines: 19%…
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