Richard Johnson, a 77-year-old jeweler, has received hundreds of parking fines from Birmingham City Council over the years. He claims the council rejected many of his appeals without properly reviewing them, causing him "incalculable stress." Johnson believes he was most ticketed man in Birmingham and that the council's lack of flexibility is driving away customers and businesses.

Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), held a town hall in Green Bay, Wisconsin, discussing his views on small government, the Federal Reserve, and DOGE’s work. He emphasized reducing government size, citing George Washington’s original Cabinet, and criticized the Federal Reserve’s large workforce, joking that a Magic 8 Ball might be more effective at setting interest rates. Musk also addressed the idea of distributing government savings to taxpayers but noted that decision rests with President Trump and Congress. Despite Tesla’s stock dropping since taking on his White House role, Musk dismissed financial concerns. He handed out two $1 million checks, claiming they were both a show of appreciation and a way to attract attention. The event took place ahead of a key Wisconsin Supreme Court election that could determine the court’s ideological balance, with Musk voicing opposition to “activist judges.”

President Trump stated that he "couldn't care less" if car prices rose in the United States. This comment was made in response to concerns about the impact of tariffs on auto imports from countries like Japan and South Korea. Trump's statement suggests that his administration is willing to impose costs on American consumers in order to achieve its trade goals, despite potential economic consequences for domestic industries and individuals.

Ireland is expected to be among the hardest hit countries by Trump's proposed tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods. The country's economy relies heavily on US trade, and tariffs could have a significant impact on industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and technology companies. Ireland is also home to many multinational corporations, including Google, Facebook, and Apple, which could be affected by the tariffs.