Another court ruling blocks Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs
The ruling also applies to Washington state as an importer subject to the tariffs, according to the ruling. Washington Attorney General Nick Brown called the ruling “a win for both affordability and the rule of law.” “It’s American consumers and businesses that have ultimately paid for the president’s illegal tariff campaign,” he said in a statement. “The court’s order will encourage more parties to challenge this illegal executive overreach.” Continue reading at Washington State Standard. (Mario Tama)
Sky-high gas prices could lead to more tourists for Inland WA
A Longwoods International’s survey of 1,000 adults found that of those who intended to travel in the next six months, 41% are planning to travel to destinations closer to home, 36% are reducing the number of trips they plan to take, and 8% are canceling their plans all together. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Jenny Kane)
Washington tribe seeks control of Dungeness Spit refuge
The Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe wants to take control of two wildlife refuges on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula back from the federal government. The tribe is pushing for federal legislation to take over the Dungeness and Protection Island national wildlife refuges. Continue reading at KUOW. (John Ryan)
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Another court ruling blocks Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs
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TRAFFIC CAMS, WEATHER, CLOSURES: Friday + weekend notes