Summary
President Trump has decided to reduce tariffs after meeting with China's leader. A government shutdown could impact access to the Head Start program for many children. The Senate is set to hold a confirmation hearing for President Trump's choice for surgeon general.
Key Facts
- President Donald Trump met with China's leader and agreed to cut tariffs.
- Tariffs are taxes on goods coming into a country, which can affect prices and trade.
- A U.S. government shutdown is happening, which could continue for some time.
- The shutdown might cause many children to lose access to the Head Start program, which provides early childhood education.
- The Senate will soon hold a confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee for surgeon general.
- The surgeon general is a top health official in the U.S. government.
