Trump weakens fuel efficiency standards. And, Cornell fraternity rape case reopened
The Trump administration has lowered federal fuel-efficiency standards, while New York prosecutors have reopened a 2024 sexual assault case involving a Cornell fraternity. Additionally, the report covers international tensions involving the UK, Iran, and Turkey.
Why it matters
These stories represent significant shifts in US environmental policy, legal accountability for campus sexual violence, and global security dynamics.
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The Trump administration is rolling back federal fuel-economy standards for new vehicles. American automakers will now be required to improve the efficiency of their fleets by up to 1% a year, aiming for an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by 2031 — down from the Biden-era target of 50.4 mpg.
Warning: The next story describes sexual violence.
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