Oil surges to $100 per barrel. And, Trump imposes a new round of tariffs

Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top stories The House yesterday approved a resolution to remove U.S. forces from the war in Iran as the conflict continues to escalate in the Middle East. The non-binding resolution reflects lawmakers' disapproval of a war they did not vote to authorize. It marked the second such rebuke passed by the House since the war began. Soon after the House vote, Senate Democrats attempted to advance their own war powers resolution, but it failed 47 to 49. In the past two weeks of renewed fighting, the U.S. has launched strikes on Iran, while Iran has targeted American bases in the Gulf and Jordan, impacting global energy markets. The U.S. Capitol is seen from the Cannon House Office Building on July 22. J. Scott Applewhite/AP hide caption toggle caption J. Scott Applewhite/AP 🎧 Brent crude oil reached its highest level since May yesterday when it surged more than 6% to $100 a barrel, NPR's Hadeel Al-Shalchi tells Up First. The spike will impact everyday people, increasing costs for school supplies and ...