America In Focus: New Tariffs, Soaring Gas, Mortgages and a Down Week for Wall Street
Jul 26, 2026
President Trump enacted new tariffs on 99% of US imports as global crude prices surpassed $100 per barrel amid Middle East tensions. Concurrently, US gas prices reached $4.11 per gallon and mortgage rates rose to 6.58%, significantly affecting household budgets and market stability.
Show all 129 updates