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J.D. Capelouto

J.D. Capelouto

Reporter and Lead Writer, Semafor Flagship

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J.D. Capelouto is a breaking news reporter at Semafor and the lead writer of the Flagship Asia Morning Edition newsletter. He previously covered local news and politics for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reporting on Atlanta City Hall. He’s an Atlanta native and a graduate of Boston University.

Five dead, including gunman, at New York City office tower shooting

Mayor Eric Adams said investigators were probing whether the gunman was targeting the NFL headquarters.
Police officers after a shooting in the Manhattan borough of New York CityEduardo Munoz/Reuters

US, EU reach preliminary trade deal, Trump announces

The pact marks the most consequential trade agreement Trump has struck since returning to office.
U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with European Commission President Ursula von der LeyenEvelyn Hockstein/Reuters

China unveils its own AI action plan

As part of the plan, Chinese Premier Li Qiang proposed a new international organization to champion cooperation on artificial intelligence.
Li QiangAndres Martinez Casares/Pool via Reuters

Effort to oust China-friendly lawmakers from office in Taiwan fails

Two dozen China-friendly lawmakers survived a recall vote to remove them from office, deepening political gridlock.
Supporters of Kuomintang (KMT) party attend a rally against the recall campaign.Annabelle Chih/Reuters

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire following border clashes

US President Donald Trump said further fighting would jeopardize the countries’ trade talks with Washington.
A Thai military mobile unit fires towards Cambodia’s side after Thailand and CambodiaAthit Perawongmetha/Reuters

Israel begins limited military pauses to allow Gaza aid

The decision was made amid growing international condemnation over Israel’s handling of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
A Palestinian carries a bag with aid supplies that entered Gaza through Israel, in Beit Lahia.Mahmoud Issa/Reuters

Trump’s new AI plan prioritizes deregulation

The new executive orders are in line with the US president’s campaign promise to reverse Biden-era directives aimed at ensuring AI safeguards.

Controversial Ukraine anti-corruption bill dents EU ambitions

The EU demanded ‘explanations’ after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a bill that weakens the independence of two anti-corruption agencies.

Trump announces Philippines trade deal

Under the agreement, US goods shipped to the Philippines won’t face any duties, while the Asian nation’s exports will be subject to a 19% tariff.

House Republicans starting summer recess early to avoid Epstein votes

The move reflected the deepening division on the right over how to handle the controversy surrounding the late accused sex trafficker.

Trump administration ramps up Fed scrutiny

The US Treasury secretary on Monday called for a review of the ‘entire’ central bank.

Judge questions legality of Harvard funding cuts

Tthe university has argued the funding freeze is unconstitutional, while the White House contended the school has allowed antisemitism to fester.

Israel deepens Gaza offensive with strikes on Deir al-Balah

Israel launched an air and ground offensive into the only Gaza city that had not seen major military operations since the war began.

More internet juggernauts eye China visits

Beijing is looking to capitalize on new forms of media to push its soft-power agenda.

Tariffs threaten high-value stocks, analysts warn

Markets are underestimating the risk from Washington’s existing tariffs, some analysts warned, as US stocks hit new highs last week.

China exit bans weigh on Western business

Two Americans were reportedly blocked from leaving China, moves that could hinder Beijing’s effort to reassure foreign firms it is open for business.

India to boost arms exports

Startups and established firms are pushing to export more military wares, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s effort to boost Indian manufacturing.

Dozens killed in Gaza as US frustrations with Israel grow

Israel has widened evacuation orders in Gaza, while ceasefire talks in Qatar appear stalled.