Definitions got clearer, forecasts got bleaker, and Plymouth’s water pipes gave up entirely— here’s your roundup of the top political stories from this week.

The ripple effects of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs continue to shake the foundations of global trade. What began as a “America First” dogwhistle in 2018 now casts a long shadow over UK exporters, automakers, and steelmakers.

Global Trade Tensions, Political Scandals, and Consumer Reforms— here’s your roundup of the top political stories from this week.