The Evening: Trump says tariffs are hours away

Also, Cuomo entered the New York mayoral race as a front-runner.

View in browser|nytimes.com March 3, 2025 By Matthew Cullen Good evening. Here's the latest at the end of Monday. The countdown to Trump's tariffs Zelensky's shift toward diplomacy Plus, Sean Baker's Oscar sweep Mark Abramson for The New York Times Trump said tariffs are coming President Trump said today that he would impose a 25 percent fee on all goods imported into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada, along with an additional 10 percent levy atop existing fees on goods from China. The tariffs, which are set to take effect at midnight and target America's three largest trading partners, would be Trump's most wide-reaching trade action to date. The president has threatened the same levies against Mexico and Canada before, only to delay them after the countries promised to crack down on immigration and drug trafficking — his stated goal. But during a White House news conference today, Trump insisted that there was no chance for a last-minute deal to avert the measures. "The tariffs, you know, they're all set," he said. "They go into effect tomorrow." The new import fees will have significant consequences for companies that rely on international supply chains, and are also likely to result in higher costs for American consumers. Carmakers like Nissan could be hit particularly hard. Toymakers, too, are bracing for financial troubles. Trump said he would continue to negotiate with the president of Mexico, where there has been a sharp drop in the number of people trying to cross the border into the U.S. In contrast, the president has expressed a special brand of loathing for Canada, where the economy is expected to suffer a brutal blow under the new tariffs. For more: Stocks sank after Trump's comments on tariffs. In other politics news: The Trump administration is terminating the jobs of dozens of technology specialists. Rather than boycott Trump's address to Congress tomorrow, some Democrats are inviting fired federal workers. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revived the old name of a military base that had been named after a confederate general. Struggling with errors, Elon Musk's team deleted $4 billion more in savings that it said it had made for U.S. taxpayers. Trump declared English the official language of the U.S. What does that mean in a country whose people speak 350 of them? A growing legal movement aims to make it harder for the media to investigate the rich and powerful. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, middle, with world leaders in London, yesterday.  Pool photo by Neil Hall Zelensky and Trump clashed over peace prospects Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, returned home today after a whirlwind diplomatic tour that included humiliation, by President Trump, and a warm embrace, from European leaders. He vowed to use all diplomatic avenues to pursue an end to the war between Ukraine and Russia, but acknowledged that there was "a long way to go." Trump's support still appears to be eroding. After Zelensky suggested that the path to peace would be long and difficult, Trump today dismissed his remarks as "the worst statement that could have been made," adding: "America will not put up with it for much longer!" In related news, drones now do most of the killing in the war in Ukraine. Soldiers have been forced to adapt. Shuran Huang for The New York Times Cuomo entered the New York mayoral race Andrew Cuomo, a former governor of New York, jolted the race for New York City mayor when he announced his bid this weekend. Today, he introduced his first campaign promise: making the city more affordable by expanding free preschool, creating free bus routes and building affordable housing. "He enters the race as a front-runner because of his name recognition," our City Hall bureau chief, Emma Fitzsimmons said. For more: Cuomo clearly has higher ambitions in mind, my colleague Lisa Lerer writes. Daniel Dorsa for The New York Times In L.A., two words lifted spirits: 'Play ball' This weekend was opening day for the Pacific Palisades youth baseball program, which had to relocate after record-breaking wildfires burned the neighborhood to the ground in January. It provided a modicum of normalcy for many families who, in the 53 days since the fires, have had to find new homes, schools and more. "It used to be about playing baseball with my friends," Wil Hoffman, 12, said. "Now it's playing for my community." In related news, buying a house in Los Angeles has become even tougher. More top news Middle East: After the first phase of the Gaza cease-fire ended, Israel and Hamas are continuing negotiations but also preparing for a possible return to war. Germany: A man drove a car into a lunch-hour crowd in Mannheim, killing at least two people. The driver has been arrested. U.S.: The man accused of killing seven people during a Fourth of July parade in a Chicago suburb in 2022 pleaded guilty. Pope: The Vatican said Pope Francis, 88, had two acute respiratory crises in the hospital today. Gene Hackman: The actor and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, who were found dead at their home last week, lived a quiet life in New Mexico. Few neighbors ever even saw them. Tech: TSMC, the world's largest chip maker, plans to spend $100 billion in the U.S. over the next four years to expand production. Bonds: Investors' increasingly gloomy sentiment about growth appears to be driving down the 10-year Treasury yield. Climate: A warming world is throwing plankton into disarray and threatening the entire marine food chain that is built on them. Nature: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has a suggestion to curb the growing population of nutria, an invasive rodent species: Eat them. TIME TO UNWIND Philip Cheung for The New York Times Sean Baker had a fairy tale night at the Oscars There was plenty to take in last night during the Academy Awards, including a "Wicked" opener, Conan O'Brien's gags and the memorable speeches (good and bad). But the biggest story was Sean Baker, the director of "Anora," who took home four Oscars. He tied the record set by Walt Disney in 1954, though even Disney's awards weren't all for the same movie. "Anora" won best picture, and its lead, Mikey Madison, upset Demi Moore for best actress. Baker's success — he won best director, best original screenplay and best editing — validated his sensitive portrayals of people on the margins, a unifying theme across his films. Last night, he had a battle cry: Don't abandon the big screen. For more: Here's a complete list of the winners, our favorite photos from the red carpet and the after parties, as well as a guide for streaming this year's Oscar winners. Illustration by The New York Times; Photographs by Getty Images How to spot worrisome pain during a workout It's healthy to feel some strain during exercise; but there becomes a point when pain is a sign that something is wrong. Experts we spoke to suggested paying attention to a few key signs to know whether you can push through: Was there a sound? Are you wobbly or swollen? Is your range of motion affected? If your answer is yes, it's probably smart to stop exercising. Brian Karlsson for The New York Times Dinner table topics In the wind: Five years after New York State banned plastic bags, they're still floating around. Are they real?: Barry Joule says his friend Francis Bacon gave him a trove of sketches and paintings. Some experts aren't so sure. No tights: Barelegged ballerinas are a bit like baseball players without caps. At the National Ballet of Canada, they are a defining feature. Ferrari fashion show: Sometimes all you need is a wacky shoe. WHAT TO DO TONIGHT Christopher Testani for The New York Times Cook: A drizzle of red wine makes for a juicy meatloaf with a fruity, tangy kick. Read: My colleague Sarah Lyall recommended four of her favorite thriller novels. Listen: Our critic made a playlist inspired by a disco track in "The Brutalist." Focus: Spend 10 minutes with this photograph. See how it makes you feel. Restore: Wirecutter has tips to make your old computer feel new again. Travel: Rest up from a day of cross-country skiing in Quebec at a local inn. Compete: Take this week's Flashback history quiz. Play: Here are today's Spelling Bee, Wordle and Mini Crossword. Find all of our games here. ONE LAST THING Matteo Santon Underwater masters of disguise Cuttlefish, like their octopus cousins, use camouflage to hide from predators. They have the ability to almost instantly alter the color and texture of their skin, which allows them to convincingly blend in among rocks or algae on the seafloor. New research shows that cuttlefish deploy similar tactics to bamboozle prey, like crabs. While filming a few feet from crabs around islands in eastern Indonesia, scientists documented four elaborate tricks the fish used, including imitating drifting leaves or corals. Watch them in action. Have a transformative evening. Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. — Matthew Sean Kawasaki-Culligan was our photo editor today. We welcome your feedback. Write to us at evening@nytimes.com. Writer: Matthew Cullen Editors: Carole Landry, Whet Moser, Justin Porter, Jonathan Wolfe Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for The Evening from The New York Times. To stop receiving The Evening, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. 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