President Donald Trump’s executive order targeting flag burning and desecration is expected to face a constitutional challenge, likely reaching the Supreme Court. The issue recalls the landmark 1989 case Texas v. Johnson, where the Court ruled such acts as protected free speech. Legal experts predict a heated battle ahead, testing the balance between patriotism and First Amendment rights.
Gold prices slipped as optimism over a potential trade deal between the United States and China reduced investor demand for safe-haven assets. Analysts said easing tensions between the two major economies pushed traders toward riskier investments, pressuring gold in global markets.
President Donald Trump finalized agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam aimed at boosting trade and collaboration on critical minerals. The deals, signed during his Asia visit, underscore U.S. efforts to deepen economic ties and secure key resources vital for advanced manufacturing and clean…
