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• Elon Musk’s X Settles Lawsuit with Trump Over January 6 Ban

• CBS and Paramount Channels Could Disappear from YouTube TV Amid Contract Dispute

• US Wholesale Inflation Stays High, Signaling Price Pressures Ahead

• Trump Pushes for New Tariffs Despite Inflation Concerns

Elon Musk’s X Settles Lawsuit with Trump Over January 6 Ban

Elon Musk-owned X has settled a lawsuit with Donald Trump over the platform’s decision to suspend him after the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Trump initially sued Twitter (now X) in 2021, claiming censorship, but the case was dismissed in 2022. After Musk’s acquisition of the platform, he reinstated Trump and has since become a key ally. The settlement follows a similar deal between Trump and Meta, which paid $25 million, partially funding his presidential library. As Big Tech leaders seek favor with Trump’s administration, these settlements signal shifting relationships in the political and digital landscape.

CBS and Paramount Channels Could Disappear from YouTube TV Amid Contract Dispute

YouTube TV subscribers may soon lose access to CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, and other Paramount-owned channels if the two companies fail to renew their contract by tonight. While YouTube TV insists it’s working toward a fair deal, Paramount accuses the platform of pushing unfavorable terms. If an agreement isn’t reached, affected users can claim an $8 credit or switch to Paramount+ for continued access. This standoff follows YouTube TV’s recent price hike to $82.99 per month and echoes a similar dispute with Disney in 2021, highlighting ongoing tensions in streaming negotiations.

US Wholesale Inflation Stays High, Signaling Price Pressures Ahead

US wholesale prices remained elevated in January, with the Producer Price Index (PPI) rising 0.4% monthly and 3.5% annually, signaling that inflation may persist for consumers. Higher costs for food and energy, including a 10.4% spike in diesel and a 44% surge in egg prices, are driving the trend, with avian flu and supply chain disruptions worsening the impact. While core PPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, showed slight cooling, economists warn that rising wholesale costs will likely push consumer prices higher in the coming months. With inflation still strong, the Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates elevated, delaying potential cuts.

Trump Pushes for New Tariffs Despite Inflation Concerns

President Trump has ordered an investigation into new reciprocal tariffs, aiming to boost U.S. revenue and level the playing field against countries with high import taxes on American goods. While this aligns with his campaign promises, critics warn tariffs could escalate trade tensions and worsen inflation by increasing costs for American consumers. Some of Trump’s supporters and economists argue that higher import taxes may lead to short-term price hikes, potentially hurting businesses and households. Despite these concerns, Wall Street remained optimistic, with investors betting that Trump may soften his stance before implementing sweeping tariffs.

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