The United States and the European Union issued a joint statement on Thursday that frames the ongoing deal between the trade partners and solidifies some trade commitments. The agreement includes a 15 percent U.S. tariff on most imports from the bloc, including autos, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and lumber. The joint statement also says that the United States and the EU intend to accept and provide mutual recognition of each other’s standards for cars.
Texas House Republicans advanced their new state congressional map on Wednesday after GOP and Democrat lawmakers clashed on the House floor. The map will have to be reconciled with the state Senate’s version. In response, state lawmakers in California will vote on Thursday on a new congressional map for voters to consider in November….