August 8, 2025 • 10 mins
In Episode 147 of the U.S. News Daily Brief, Bob begins with a welcome and introduction before discussing the recent decision by a federal judge to block former President Trump's order on birthright citizenship, highlighting the ensuing legal battles and potential implications. The episode then explores Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign semiconductors, examining the tech industry's response and potential impacts on the market. Bob provides updates on the stock market, focusing on the Dow Jones downturn and notable individual stock performances. Additionally, the episode covers the rare visibility of the northern lights in the northern United States, offering tips for optimal viewing. The episode concludes with closing remarks.
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(00:00):
Welcome back to U.S.
(00:01):
News Daily, your go-to update on the latesthappenings across the United States.
I’m your host, AI Michelle, and this is aMagicPod, produced by PodcastAI.
Want to create your own MagicPod?
Click the link in the show notes.
Alright, let’s dive in.
First up...
(00:22):
In a significant legal development, a federaljudge in Maryland has issued a ruling that
blocks President Trump's administration fromwithholding citizenship from children born to
individuals who are in the country illegally ortemporarily.
This marks the fourth court decision to blockthe president's birthright citizenship order
nationwide since a key Supreme Court ruling inJune.
(00:44):
U.S.
District Judge Deborah Boardman issued apreliminary injunction after the 4th U.S.
Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back toher in July.
This move was anticipated after Judge Boardmanindicated last month she would take such action
if the case returned to her jurisdiction.
The executive order in question was signed byPresident Trump on the first day of his second
(01:07):
term.
It stated that individuals born in the UnitedStates should not automatically receive
citizenship if one parent is undocumented andthe other is not a citizen or green-card
holder, or if both parents are in the U.S.
on temporary visas.
This order prompted a wave of lawsuits, withmany legal experts arguing that the 14th
(01:27):
Amendment, ratified in 1868, guaranteescitizenship to nearly everyone born on U.S.
soil, regardless of their parents' immigrationstatus.
The Trump administration contends that thecitizenship clause of the 14th Amendment does
not apply to those whose parents are in thecountry illegally or temporarily.
(01:48):
They cite a clause that grants citizenship tothose "subject to the jurisdiction" of the
United States, arguing that parents without"allegiance" to the country are not "subject to
the jurisdiction."
In February, Judge Boardman issued apreliminary injunction blocking the order
nationwide, but the U.S.
Supreme Court's ruling in June altered thelandscape.
(02:11):
The Supreme Court's decision limited the use ofnationwide injunctions, allowing the
administration to narrow the injunctionsagainst the birthright citizenship order, but
only to the extent necessary to providecomplete relief.
Following the Supreme Court's decision, a courtin New Hampshire paused the executive order
nationwide in a class action lawsuit.
(02:32):
The Supreme Court did not directly addresswhether states can still sue over the order,
which leaves some uncertainty in the legalbattle.
The government has argued that courts shouldonly block the order for residents of states
that sued, but states contend that this wouldlead to incomplete relief due to interstate
mobility.
In her recent ruling, Judge Boardman certifieda class of all children born or to be born in
(02:57):
the United States after February 19, 2025, whowould be affected by Trump's order.
She noted that the plaintiffs are "extremelylikely" to prevail in their argument that the
birthright order violates the 14th Amendment,which includes a citizenship clause stating all
individuals born or naturalized in the UnitedStates, and subject to U.S.
(03:19):
jurisdiction, are citizens.
She also highlighted the potential forirreparable harm if the order were to be
enforced.
In a bold move, President Donald Trumpannounced his intention to impose a one hundred
percent tariff on foreign semiconductors.
This comes as part of his strategy to encourageelectronics supply chains to relocate back to
(03:40):
the United States.
The proposed tariff would apply to allcountries and companies unless they commit to
investing and building within the U.S.
borders.
President Trump highlighted Apple's recentannouncement of a one hundred billion dollar
investment in U.S.
manufacturing as a model for how companies canavoid these hefty tariffs.
(04:01):
He stated, "If you’re building, there will beno charge," emphasizing that companies failing
to meet investment commitments would facefines.
Trump believes this approach will entice chipmanufacturers to return to the United States.
If enacted, this tariff could bring significantrelief to tech companies like Nvidia and Taiwan
Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, who havebeen keenly anticipating a resolution on
(04:25):
semiconductor tariffs.
These companies, among others, have alreadypledged to increase their investments in the
United States, potentially sparing them fromsubstantial fees.
While the restrictions on tariffs might easethe financial burden on consumers and
businesses, they have also sparked concernsamong national security experts.
(04:46):
Critics argue that the exemptions might notsignificantly decrease the United States'
reliance on high-end chips produced in Taiwan,which remains under the looming threat of
Chinese military action.
Semiconductors, crucial for any device with anon-off switch, are predominantly manufactured
in Asia.
The pandemic-induced chip shortage promptedU.S.
(05:09):
officials to strive for reduced dependence onforeign semiconductors, particularly from
Taiwan.
In response, the Biden administration inkedcontracts to provide substantial subsidies to
semiconductor firms for building new factoriesin states like New York, Arizona, and Texas.
However, President Trump has criticized thesesubsidies as wasteful, advocating instead for
(05:34):
large tariffs as a more effective means topromote domestic production.
His administration has been conducting aninquiry into semiconductor production under a
national security law known as Section 232,which has previously been used to impose
tariffs on imported steel, aluminum, copperproducts, and cars.
(05:55):
This inquiry is nearing completion, with theadministration expected to unveil its tariff
proposal later this month.
The outcome could reshape the landscape ofsemiconductor production and U.S.
national security strategy.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average took adownturn on Thursday, dropping 224.48 points,
(06:17):
or 0.51 percent, to close at 43,968.64.
This comes after a strong start earlier in thesession, where the index was up by more than
300 points at its peak.
The S&P 500 also saw a slight decline of 0.08percent, while the Nasdaq Composite managed a
(06:37):
gain of 0.35 percent, closing at 21,242.70.
Caterpillar shares fell by 2.5 percent,contributing significantly to the Dow's
decline.
The company issued a warning about thepotential negative impact of tariffs on its
business, which weighed heavily on investorsentiment.
(06:59):
Eli Lilly was another major laggard, with itsshares plummeting about 14 percent.
This drop followed disappointing trial resultsfor its obesity pill, despite the company's
second-quarter earnings exceeding Wall Streetexpectations and an improved full-year outlook.
In contrast, semiconductor stocks experienced aboost following President Trump's announcement
(07:21):
of a one hundred percent tariff on importedchips, exempting those companies that
manufacture domestically.
Advanced Micro Devices saw a rise of 5.7percent, and the VanEck Semiconductor ETF
increased by more than 1 percent.
Apple also benefited, with its shares tickingup about 3 percent after announcing plans to
(07:43):
invest an additional one hundred billiondollars in United States companies and
suppliers over the next four years.
This investment is on top of a previous fivehundred billion dollar commitment made earlier
this year.
Market strategists are keeping a close eye onthe potential long-term effects of the new
tariffs on the economy.
(08:04):
While some investors are concerned about theimmediate impact on companies like Caterpillar,
others believe the tariffs might notsignificantly affect the broader economic
landscape in the short term.
Tonight and tomorrow, skywatchers across thenorthern United States might be in for a
spectacular show.
A coronal mass ejection from the sun ishurtling toward Earth, and it could trigger the
(08:27):
northern lights, also known as auroras, in upto eighteen states.
This geomagnetic storm is being tracked by theNational Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, and it has the potential tomake the auroras visible farther from the poles
than usual.
If conditions are right, you might catch aglimpse of the luminous green and red glow in
(08:47):
states like Washington, Idaho, Montana, andeven as far south as Nebraska and Indiana.
The northern lights, a natural light display inEarth's sky, are typically best seen in
high-latitude regions of the Northern andSouthern hemispheres.
They're caused by electrically chargedparticles from space entering Earth's
(09:07):
atmosphere and colliding with gases like oxygenand nitrogen, releasing energy in the form of
light.
This phenomenon produces stunning displays ofrays, spirals, and flickers that have
captivated humans for millennia.
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center hasnoted that the geomagnetic activity might be
strong enough to cause some manageable effectson technological infrastructure.
(09:31):
While the storm is categorized as minor tomoderate, it could still disrupt satellites and
communications systems.
However, the silver lining is the potential forbreathtaking views of the auroras where they
are not often visible.
For the best viewing experience, expertsrecommend finding a dark location away from
city lights, as light pollution can obscure theview.
(09:54):
The auroras are usually most visible within anhour or two of midnight.
NOAA also provides a thirty-minute auroraforecast, which can help you track the best
times and places to see this celestial event.
Alright, that's a wrap for this episode.
If you enjoyed this brief and would like tostay updated on the latest episodes, do not
(10:15):
forget to click 'Follow' in your podcast app.
Thanks again for listening, and hope to catchyou next time.
Welcome back to U.S.
(00:01):
News Daily, your go-to update on the latesthappenings across the United States.
I’m your host, AI Michelle, and this is aMagicPod, produced by PodcastAI.
Want to create your own MagicPod?
Click the link in the show notes.
Alright, let’s dive in.
First up...
(00:22):
In a significant legal development, a federaljudge in Maryland has issued a ruling that
blocks President Trump's administration fromwithholding citizenship from children born to
individuals who are in the country illegally ortemporarily.
This marks the fourth court decision to blockthe president's birthright citizenship order
nationwide since a key Supreme Court ruling inJune.
(00:44):
U.S.
District Judge Deborah Boardman issued apreliminary injunction after the 4th U.S.
Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back toher in July.
This move was anticipated after Judge Boardmanindicated last month she would take such action
if the case returned to her jurisdiction.
The executive order in question was signed byPresident Trump on the first day of his second
(01:07):
term.
It stated that individuals born in the UnitedStates should not automatically receive
citizenship if one parent is undocumented andthe other is not a citizen or green-card
holder, or if both parents are in the U.S.
on temporary visas.
This order prompted a wave of lawsuits, withmany legal experts arguing that the 14th
(01:27):
Amendment, ratified in 1868, guaranteescitizenship to nearly everyone born on U.S.
soil, regardless of their parents' immigrationstatus.
The Trump administration contends that thecitizenship clause of the 14th Amendment does
not apply to those whose parents are in thecountry illegally or temporarily.
(01:48):
They cite a clause that grants citizenship tothose "subject to the jurisdiction" of the
United States, arguing that parents without"allegiance" to the country are not "subject to
the jurisdiction."
In February, Judge Boardman issued apreliminary injunction blocking the order
nationwide, but the U.S.
Supreme Court's ruling in June altered thelandscape.
(02:11):
The Supreme Court's decision limited the use ofnationwide injunctions, allowing the
administration to narrow the injunctionsagainst the birthright citizenship order, but
only to the extent necessary to providecomplete relief.
Following the Supreme Court's decision, a courtin New Hampshire paused the executive order
nationwide in a class action lawsuit.
(02:32):
The Supreme Court did not directly addresswhether states can still sue over the order,
which leaves some uncertainty in the legalbattle.
The government has argued that courts shouldonly block the order for residents of states
that sued, but states contend that this wouldlead to incomplete relief due to interstate
mobility.
In her recent ruling, Judge Boardman certifieda class of all children born or to be born in
(02:57):
the United States after February 19, 2025, whowould be affected by Trump's order.
She noted that the plaintiffs are "extremelylikely" to prevail in their argument that the
birthright order violates the 14th Amendment,which includes a citizenship clause stating all
individuals born or naturalized in the UnitedStates, and subject to U.S.
(03:19):
jurisdiction, are citizens.
She also highlighted the potential forirreparable harm if the order were to be
enforced.
In a bold move, President Donald Trumpannounced his intention to impose a one hundred
percent tariff on foreign semiconductors.
This comes as part of his strategy to encourageelectronics supply chains to relocate back to
(03:40):
the United States.
The proposed tariff would apply to allcountries and companies unless they commit to
investing and building within the U.S.
borders.
President Trump highlighted Apple's recentannouncement of a one hundred billion dollar
investment in U.S.
manufacturing as a model for how companies canavoid these hefty tariffs.
(04:01):
He stated, "If you’re building, there will beno charge," emphasizing that companies failing
to meet investment commitments would facefines.
Trump believes this approach will entice chipmanufacturers to return to the United States.
If enacted, this tariff could bring significantrelief to tech companies like Nvidia and Taiwan
Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, who havebeen keenly anticipating a resolution on
(04:25):
semiconductor tariffs.
These companies, among others, have alreadypledged to increase their investments in the
United States, potentially sparing them fromsubstantial fees.
While the restrictions on tariffs might easethe financial burden on consumers and
businesses, they have also sparked concernsamong national security experts.
(04:46):
Critics argue that the exemptions might notsignificantly decrease the United States'
reliance on high-end chips produced in Taiwan,which remains under the looming threat of
Chinese military action.
Semiconductors, crucial for any device with anon-off switch, are predominantly manufactured
in Asia.
The pandemic-induced chip shortage promptedU.S.
(05:09):
officials to strive for reduced dependence onforeign semiconductors, particularly from
Taiwan.
In response, the Biden administration inkedcontracts to provide substantial subsidies to
semiconductor firms for building new factoriesin states like New York, Arizona, and Texas.
However, President Trump has criticized thesesubsidies as wasteful, advocating instead for
(05:34):
large tariffs as a more effective means topromote domestic production.
His administration has been conducting aninquiry into semiconductor production under a
national security law known as Section 232,which has previously been used to impose
tariffs on imported steel, aluminum, copperproducts, and cars.
(05:55):
This inquiry is nearing completion, with theadministration expected to unveil its tariff
proposal later this month.
The outcome could reshape the landscape ofsemiconductor production and U.S.
national security strategy.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average took adownturn on Thursday, dropping 224.48 points,
(06:17):
or 0.51 percent, to close at 43,968.64.
This comes after a strong start earlier in thesession, where the index was up by more than
300 points at its peak.
The S&P 500 also saw a slight decline of 0.08percent, while the Nasdaq Composite managed a
(06:37):
gain of 0.35 percent, closing at 21,242.70.
Caterpillar shares fell by 2.5 percent,contributing significantly to the Dow's
decline.
The company issued a warning about thepotential negative impact of tariffs on its
business, which weighed heavily on investorsentiment.
(06:59):
Eli Lilly was another major laggard, with itsshares plummeting about 14 percent.
This drop followed disappointing trial resultsfor its obesity pill, despite the company's
second-quarter earnings exceeding Wall Streetexpectations and an improved full-year outlook.
In contrast, semiconductor stocks experienced aboost following President Trump's announcement
(07:21):
of a one hundred percent tariff on importedchips, exempting those companies that
manufacture domestically.
Advanced Micro Devices saw a rise of 5.7percent, and the VanEck Semiconductor ETF
increased by more than 1 percent.
Apple also benefited, with its shares tickingup about 3 percent after announcing plans to
(07:43):
invest an additional one hundred billiondollars in United States companies and
suppliers over the next four years.
This investment is on top of a previous fivehundred billion dollar commitment made earlier
this year.
Market strategists are keeping a close eye onthe potential long-term effects of the new
tariffs on the economy.
(08:04):
While some investors are concerned about theimmediate impact on companies like Caterpillar,
others believe the tariffs might notsignificantly affect the broader economic
landscape in the short term.
Tonight and tomorrow, skywatchers across thenorthern United States might be in for a
spectacular show.
A coronal mass ejection from the sun ishurtling toward Earth, and it could trigger the
(08:27):
northern lights, also known as auroras, in upto eighteen states.
This geomagnetic storm is being tracked by theNational Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, and it has the potential tomake the auroras visible farther from the poles
than usual.
If conditions are right, you might catch aglimpse of the luminous green and red glow in
(08:47):
states like Washington, Idaho, Montana, andeven as far south as Nebraska and Indiana.
The northern lights, a natural light display inEarth's sky, are typically best seen in
high-latitude regions of the Northern andSouthern hemispheres.
They're caused by electrically chargedparticles from space entering Earth's
(09:07):
atmosphere and colliding with gases like oxygenand nitrogen, releasing energy in the form of
light.
This phenomenon produces stunning displays ofrays, spirals, and flickers that have
captivated humans for millennia.
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center hasnoted that the geomagnetic activity might be
strong enough to cause some manageable effectson technological infrastructure.
(09:31):
While the storm is categorized as minor tomoderate, it could still disrupt satellites and
communications systems.
However, the silver lining is the potential forbreathtaking views of the auroras where they
are not often visible.
For the best viewing experience, expertsrecommend finding a dark location away from
city lights, as light pollution can obscure theview.
(09:54):
The auroras are usually most visible within anhour or two of midnight.
NOAA also provides a thirty-minute auroraforecast, which can help you track the best
times and places to see this celestial event.
Alright, that's a wrap for this episode.
If you enjoyed this brief and would like tostay updated on the latest episodes, do not
(10:15):
forget to click 'Follow' in your podcast app.
Thanks again for listening, and hope to catchyou next time.
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