US senators ask SEC for Trump insider trading probe

24 Sept 11:37 Key points summarised by AI

US Senators formally requested an SEC investigation into whether former President Trump or his associates engaged in insider trading related to his sudden tariff reversal.
The inquiry stems from Trump's "THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!!" Truth Social post just hours before announcing a 90-day tariff suspension, which sparked a significant market rally.
Senators seek to determine if insiders, including Trump's family, exploited prior knowledge of the tariff pause for personal financial gain, citing Trump's boasts about associates' profits.
The probe also targets potential market manipulation and other securities law violations, highlighting broader concerns about the monetization of presidential influence.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.