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[^2]\n\nU.S. President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on greasy wool imports and some finished wool products, affecting Canadian producers who ship raw wool south for processing. [^3]\n\nThe disaster declaration addresses severe weather and flooding that impacted communities across the state of Texas in July. [^4]\n\nThe federal assistance is designated as part of a Major Disaster Declaration. [^5]\n\nJudge Vargas ruled that the policy was contrary to law and exceeded the Secretary of State's statutory authority. [^6]\n\nThe Associated Press reported that applicants with previously scheduled interviews have been notified their appointments are being rescheduled. [^7]\n\nThe training initiative, launched in early August at US Embassies and consulates, focuses on the public-charge provision of US immigration law. [^8]\n\nAnna Hunter, owner of Long Way Homestead, stopped shipping to the U.S. last year after Trump cancelled the de minimis exemption for imports under US$800. 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