
Nova Newsletter
February 23, 2025
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The Spotlight
1. Trump Plans To Raise Global Tariffs To 15 Percent

President Donald Trump said he will increase global import tariffs to 15% after the Supreme Court struck down
his previous sweeping taxes, citing constitutional limits.
Takeaways:
Court ruled 6-3 that only Congress can set taxes, blocking Trump’s unilateral tariffs.
Temporary tariffs under Trump’s executive order start Tuesday at 10% and may be raised to 15%.
Trump attacked the justices on social media and praised the dissenters, framing them as allies.
Democrats warn higher tariffs will raise costs for U.S. consumers.
Trump plans to use alternative legal authorities to impose tariffs for the next few months while bypassing Congress. Treasury data shows the administration has already collected $133 billion from prior import taxes. The move keeps global trade tensions high amid ongoing political battles Read More
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2. JPMorgan Confirms It Closed Trump Accounts After Jan. 6
JPMorgan Chase acknowledged for the first time that it closed President Donald Trump’s accounts and several of his businesses in the aftermath of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, as part of ongoing litigation over alleged politically motivated “debanking.”
Takeaways:
Trump sued JPMorgan for $5 billion, claiming account closures disrupted his business operations.
Bank admits closures affected both its commercial and private banking divisions but denies wrongdoing.
Trump lawyers claim JPMorgan placed him and his companies on a “blacklist” used to block future banking access.
JPMorgan seeks to move the case from Florida state court to federal court in New York.
The filings are part of a broader legal battle over whether banks can cut off clients for reputational or political reasons. Trump’s legal team frames the admission as proof of intentional financial harm. Read More
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3. Trump Says He’s Sending Hospital Boat To Greenland Despite Rejection

President Donald Trump announced he is sending a U.S. hospital ship to Greenland even though the Danish territory, which has free nationalized health care, has publicly declined the offer.
Takeaways:
Trump tweeted the USNS Mercy will provide medical care for “many people who are sick” in Greenland.
Greenlandic PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen responded, “no thank you,” emphasizing their public health system covers all citizens.
Denmark’s PM Mette Frederiksen defended free health care and stressed treatment in Greenland is equal for all.
Trump tapped Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland to coordinate the mission.
It is unclear whether the ship is ready to deploy. The announcement follows Trump’s broader push to acquire Greenland, which has raised sovereignty and diplomatic concerns. Read More
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Quick Headlines

From left, gold medalists Christopher Lillis, Connor Curran and Kaila Kuhn, of the United States, celebrate after the freestyle skiing mixed team aerials final at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Gregory Bull / AP
Team USA captured its 12th gold medal at the Milano Cortina Winter Games after a dramatic men’s hockey overtime win over Canada, surpassing its previous record of 11 golds. The U.S. now has 33 total medals, second only to Norway’s 41, with standout wins across freeskiing, speedskating, and figure skating. Read More
Authorities recovered the bodies of all nine skiers killed in a Castle Peak backcountry avalanche in California, with six survivors rescued after sheltering under a tarp. The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and state regulators have launched a criminal negligence investigation into the incident amid high avalanche warnings. Read More
James Hundley, chosen unanimously by judges to lead the Eastern District of Virginia as interim U.S. attorney, was immediately fired by the Justice Department, citing executive authority over appointments. The office has faced turmoil under the Trump administration, including controversial prosecutions of former political foes and disputed interim appointments. Read More
Iconic Nuyorican trombonist and salsa pioneer Willie Colón passed away peacefully at 75, leaving a legacy as a musician and activist who shaped New York’s Puerto Rican music scene. His five-decade career included dozens of albums and a Lifetime Achievement award from the Latin Recording Academy. Read More
President Donald Trump called on Netflix to remove board member Susan Rice or “pay the consequences” after she warned corporations that bent to him could face accountability if Democrats regain power. His comments come as the DOJ reviews Netflix’s $72 billion proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Read More
The US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s emergency global tariffs, limiting his trade powers and curbing short-term economic and political risks, with Section 122 now capping tariffs at 15% for 150 days. The ruling may prompt GOP reevaluation of Trump’s trade strategy. Read More
Deep Dive
4. DHS Reverses TSA PreCheck Suspension After Traveler Confusion

The Department of Homeland Security walked back its decision to suspend TSA PreCheck amid a partial government shutdown, restoring expedited screening for millions of travelers.
Takeaways
TSA PreCheck and Global Entry will remain operational, evaluated case by case based on staffing.
The programs are funded by user fees, not taxpayer dollars, and serve over 40 million vetted travelers.
The initial suspension sparked widespread confusion at major airports including Reagan National and Dulles.
DHS also suspended congressional courtesy escorts, citing staff shortages and security priorities.
Travel industry groups criticized the suspension as political leverage, urging continued access to Trusted Traveler Programs.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended the decision-making process, calling it “tough but necessary” to manage workforce and resources amid the shutdown affecting only DHS. Essential personnel, including an estimated 63,000 TSA agents, continue working without pay.
The move initially threatened to close PreCheck lanes, forcing enrolled travelers into standard security lines, while Global Entry disruptions could have slowed customs and passport processing for returning international passengers. Both programs have remained open, minimizing immediate travel chaos.
Industry groups, including US Travel Association President Geoff Freeman, slammed the suspension as a politicization of air travel. Freeman emphasized that Trusted Traveler Programs strengthen security and efficiency, funded entirely by fees, and “travelers should be prioritized, not leveraged.”
PreCheck has over 20 million members, charging $76.75–$85 for a five-year membership, while Global Entry has 12 million members at $120 per five years. Together, these programs facilitate faster screening and customs processing for the bulk of frequent flyers. Read More
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On Our Radar
5. NFL Receiver Rondale Moore Found Dead At 25

Rondale Moore, former Purdue standout and NFL wide receiver, was found dead in his Indiana hometown of New Albany Saturday, authorities said. He was 25.
Takeaways:
Police and the Floyd County Coroner suspect a self-inflicted gunshot wound; an autopsy is pending.
Moore missed the last two NFL seasons due to season-ending knee injuries with the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings.
Teams, coaches, and former teammates expressed shock and condolences, highlighting his talent, work ethic, and humility.
Moore totaled 1,201 receiving yards and three touchdowns over three NFL seasons and excelled as a returner and freshman All-American at Purdue.
Moore was found in a garage in his hometown. His death comes after repeated career-ending injuries and is under investigation. Read More
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6. NASA Delays Artemis II Moon Mission After New Rocket Issue
NASA postponed the Artemis II lunar flight after a helium flow problem halted upper-stage testing on its Space Launch System rocket, pushing the earliest launch to April.
Takeaways:
Helium flow, critical for engine purging and fuel tank pressurization, was interrupted overnight during routine checks.
The 322-foot rocket must return to the hangar for repairs, ruling out the March 6 launch target.
Hydrogen leaks had already delayed Artemis II by a month, marking repeated technical setbacks for NASA’s first crewed moon mission in over 50 years.
Astronauts remain in quarantine while engineers assess and repair the cryogenic propulsion stage.
NASA officials said a faulty filter, valve, or connection plate may be the cause. The interim cryogenic stage is essential for Orion capsule orbit insertion and docking practice. Read More
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8. 🎉 This day in history

On This Day — February 23
Polio Vaccine Mass Inoculation, 1954 – The first large-scale inoculation against polio using the Jonas Salk vaccine takes place at Arsenal Elementary School in Pittsburgh, marking a major step toward controlling the disease.
Eminem Album Release, 1999 – Eminem releases his first major label album The Slim Shady LP, which becomes a huge commercial success and later wins a Grammy for Best Rap Album.
China COVID Emergency, 2020 – Xi Jinping describes the COVID-19 outbreak as China’s largest public health emergency since 1949, signaling the severity of the crisis.
Life Hack of the day
🧀 ◽ Store Cheese with a Sugar Cube Nearby to Prevent Mold

Want to keep your cheese mold-free longer? Place a sugar cube in the container with the cheese. The sugar absorbs excess moisture, helping prevent mold growth. It’s an easy trick to keep cheese fresh and tasty.
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