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President Donald Trump's threat on Tuesday to double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% for Canada led the provincial government of Ontario to suspend its planned surcharges on electricity sold to the United States.
As a result, the White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said the U.S. president pulled back on his doubling of steel and aluminum tariffs, even as the federal government still plans to place a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports starting Wednesday. 

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More sunshine is on tap for Wednesday with afternoon temperatures even warmer.

We'll see more clouds for Thursday and Friday, but the unseasonable warmth will continue through the weekend.

Rain returns Saturday with showers and thunderstorms likely Sunday. We are keeping an eye on Sunday for the chance of strong storms.

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Around North Carolina

1. Ukrainian American criticizes possibility of refugees losing protected status

President Donald Trump is considering whether or not to revoke the temporary protected status of Ukrainian refugees. Revoking temporary protected status would open 240,000 Ukrainians in the U.S. to deportation. Nearly 20,000 Ukrainians live in North Carolina.

2. Merck opens new $1 billion Durham vaccine manufacturing facility

Merck's manufacturing division recently opened a new $1 billion vaccine plant in Durham. This space features new data analytics, generative AI and 3D printing, the company said. In 2024, the company had $64.2 billion in global revenue, $32.3 billion from the U.S.

3. PODCAST: Raleigh News & Observer: The political impacts of a historic North Carolina newspaper

On this week’s episode, host Tim Boyum talks with author and retired political reporter Rob Christensen. The two discuss Christensen’s newly released book, which tells the fascinating story of the Raleigh News & Observer and its impact on shaping North Carolina’s political history.

Around The Nation

1. House passes bill to fund federal agencies through September, though prospects unclear in Senate

2. U.S. resumes military aid and intelligence sharing as Ukraine says it is open to a 30-day ceasefire

3. Trump selects new Tesla on White House driveway to show support for Elon Musk

Editor's Pick - Coffee shop temporarily pivots to coffee truck after Helene

A business owner with a shop damaged by Helene switched gears in the aftermath of the storm. Zuma Coffee temporarily operated out of a donated coffee truck. Downtown Marshall had significant damage with the town losing some buildings after the storm. Zuma Coffee plans to reopen in its brick and mortar store in April.