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By Leila Fadel,

A Martínez

Published February 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM HST

Jordan's King Abdullah to meet with President Trump today, Trump announces 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, DOJ orders prosecutors to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Leila Fadel

Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.

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