"$550,000" - How much Han Solo's blaster sold for at an auction. TBD how Chewie feels about this.

VROOM VROOM

The Story

Trade wars with the EU and China are kicking into high gear.

Reverse. Explain.

President Trump ran on the idea that the country's current trade deals are set up in a way that hurts US workers. So earlier this year, the US threatened to hit countries with steel and aluminum tariffs. Over the past few months, the tariffs have gone into effect. And not everyone is happy.

Like who?

The EU...Last week, it hit back with billions in tariffs on US products ranging from OJ to motorcycles.

Harley-Davidson...Yesterday, the company your dad still thinks is cool said the new tariffs on choppers could cost the co up to $100 million a year. So it's packing up and moving some of its ops overseas.

China...The Trump admin says China isn't a fair player in the trade game. And is giving mixed signals about whether it wants to double-down on the country. Either way, China is apparently saying 'bring it.'

The stock market...Justwishes we could get along like we used to in middle school.

theSkimm

Now that countries are starting to play tit-for-tat, this trade war is showing no signs of stopping. And Harley-Davidson's recent announcement is a sign that this could end up harming US workers more than helping.

REPEAT AFTER ME...

What to say when your office is quiet because everyone's OOO...

The Supreme Court had a busier Monday than you. Yesterday, it handed in its final report on some of the last cases it had on deck this term. First up, a Texas gerrymandering case. Gerrymandering: when congressional maps are drawn to favor a certain party. A lower court said districts in the Lone Star State were drawn to suppress minority voters. Now, the Supremes are saying 'not to us' and voted 5-4 that all but one district are fine as is. They also turned down an appeal for Brendan Dassey - who you've seen on "Making a Murderer." And are sending back a case on a florist who refused to make an arrangement for a gay couple's wedding. They just ruled on a similar case (see: cake shop), and think it's now a lower court's problem to take another look.

What to say when your SO wants to watch your trashy TV shows with you...

First time for everything. The FDA approved the first marijuana prescription drug. The magic stuff in the drug is cannabidiol (or CBD). That's a chemical ingredient found in cannabis plants that helps control some seizures. No, it doesn't get you high. Some parents have been giving their kids with severe forms of epilepsy unregulated CBD. Now the gov can take the wheel on regulation.

What to say when your friend is deciding between two wedding dresses...

Biiiiig decisions ahead. Just like for voters. Today, seven states are going to the polls. Because, primary season. You care about the primaries because it sets the stage for who's going head-to-head in the November midterm elections. Here's who to keep an eye on: Mittens aka Mitt Romney (R) wants back in the game in Utah. And Chelsea Manning (D) is trying to get her foot in the door as the next US Senator from Maryland.

What to say when you hear Russell Crowe's updating his resume...

So are these new Academy members.

What to say when your friend's trying to hide something...

Spill the (Cardi) B-eans.

ANDROID'S HERE

It's here, it's finally here. theSkimm App for Android is ready for you. It includes everything from...

• Calendar: The important events you need to know that you can sync directly with your cal

• Audio: Eps breaking down the biggest issues in the world in 10 mins or less

• Texting: Ask us about big decisions like investing, healthcare...and which wine to buy. Can't say vi-no to that.

• Recs: Article recs every day, book recs every week, and a heads up about what to listen to, download, and more

There's more where that came from. And guess what? You can try it for free. Start a free trial and see why you can't live without this.

PS: What better way to celebrate theSkimm app for Android than with our friends at Samsung? Get it on the Samsung Galaxy S9 or any other Android device.*

SKIMM PICKS

For when you're feeling indecisive...

I'll take it all, plz. How does winning your wedding registry sound? All you have to do is register with Macy's then enter for a chance to win it all, up to $5,000. Hello, newlywed goals. Get started here.*

For when you want to give up...

Don't. Last year, Skimm'r of the Week Saila Hanninen was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. She started Jaksaa, a foundation to help fund life-saving cancer treatments. And she's not stopping there. This week, she's participating in an Ironman race to help raise money for her foundation. And she could use your support and donations to reach her goal. Learn more here.

For when 'treat yo self' had you swiping your credit card too many times...

Being debt-free tastes so much sweeter. Credible helps you refinance your existing debt to reduce high interest rates and get onto (literal) greener pastures. Their platform helps you compare personalized offers to find the best option. BTW it doesn't affect your credit score to compare rates, and it's free. Cha-ching.*

SKIMM SHARE

Skimm HQ is on a rom-com kick. Share theSkimm with the friend who always quotes "10 Things I Hate About You."

SKIMM BIRTHDAYS

* indicates Skimm'bassador.Balloons for you

Amanda Luskin NY, Miranda Tollman CA, Brett Griffin NY, *Angie Watson TX, *Savitri Zala CA, *Megan Rast CA, *Emma Patrone CT, *Nicole Greco Faust VA, Brianna York CA, *Fernando Knust NY, *Katie Unes IL, *Megan Ho TX, *Meghan Legaspi NY, *Matthew Marshall NY, *Marielle Messing PA, *Caitie Alcorn NC, *Hahney Yo CA, *Devin Deveau NY, *Brittany Blackwelder MN, *Carla Warfield UK, *Dasha Donado PA, *Emily Cadwell IL, *Kate Braccolino TX, *Sheryl Meddin GA, *Isabella Sofia NY, *Kelli Avalos NC, *Lindsey Fellars, *Bethann Fields CA, *Marie-Eve Augier DC, *Rachel Guy FL, *Rita Nowak RI, *Brennan Turner TX, *Kyra Malicse TX, *Kyra Seegmiller TX, *Emily Hansen CO, Laura DeLongis PA, Devangi Chopra NY, Jaymee Mannix MA, Peter Olson DC, Katie Terry NC, Erik Winslow Emmett FL, Kirsten Agnello NY, Brigette Sadowski OH, LynnLee Jordan MA, Andrea Kerr DC, Megan Epstein MI, Sarah Pezzullo CT, Mari Wigler NY, Katie Glick IN, Morris White VA, Alyssa Wennlund FL, Elizabeth Juran OH, Ike Spangler NJ, Sarah Wright PA, Ginger Lu IL, Laura Jennings DC, Lydia Brooks FL, Vince Connelly IL, Elisa Marantz NJ, Sarah Stewart MS, Stuart Hall NC, Nancy Myerson GA, Jocelyn Robinson GA, Judy Bonanno MD, Jessica Noonan NJ, Vicky Gregg TX, Natalie Locci-Molina RI, Ciocia Patel PA, Emma Kinery MI, Eleni Athanasatos NY, Katie Motycki PA, Jessica Fonseca MA, Annemarie Kelley WA, Lynnette Baclig CA, Juliana Moya FL, Anca Grindeanu DC, Camie Berardi MA, Kelly Baskin LA, Susan Keegan IL, Kyla Humphreys CAN, Cailene Kilcoyne CA, Anna Mason CA, Jeff Morris OH, Michaelle Martinez AZ

Skimm'd something we missed?

skimmthis@theSkimm.com

Issues?

help@theSkimm.com

Copyright (c) 2018 theSkimm, All rights reserved.

Our mailing address is:

theSkimm Inc. 50 West 23rd Street, Suite 5B

New York, NY, 10010, United States

Update Profile | Unsubscribe