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Tariffs Hit Main Street
The Financial Times reports a divide “is widening in the US economy as the biggest banks and technology groups shrug off Donald Trump’s tariffs to post huge earnings gains while…
It’s Trump’s Economy Now
“For all of President Donald Trump’s promises of an economic ‘golden age,’ a spate of weak indicators this week told a potentially worrisome story as the impacts of his policies…
U.S. and Israel Float Idea of ‘All or Nothing’ Gaza Deal
“For months, the Israeli government had focused on negotiating a two-phased deal for a 60-day cease-fire in Gaza and the release of some hostages, leaving discussions about a permanent end…
Trump’s Puts Switzerland in Trade-War Crossfire
Wall Street Journal: “In a land famed for its neutrality and order, the Swiss reacted with shock and confusion to Trump’s decision to impose a 39% tariff—higher than all but…
Hamas Releases Video of Hostage Digging Own Grave
“Emaciated and pale, Evyatar David, a 24-year-old Israeli hostage, was filmed by his Hamas captors digging his own grave in a cramped underground tunnel, one of a series of videos…
Proportionate Response
Sam Wang: “Democrats are considering retaliatory gerrymandering actions against what Republicans are doing in Texas. However, such measures are highly problematic for a well-working democracy.” “I propose that any response…
Nuclear Option Lingers as Senators Leave for Recess
“Senate leaders failed to reach a bipartisan deal to speed through more of President Trump’s nominees — so senators are heading home with a GOP promise of changing the rules…
Trump’s Tariffs Are Making Money
“President Trump’s extensive tariffs have already started to generate a significant amount of money for the federal government, a new source of revenue for a heavily indebted nation that American…
Trump Has No Plans to Mandate IVF Coverage
“The White House does not plan to require health insurers to provide coverage for in vitro fertilization services, even though the idea was one of President Donald Trump’s key campaign…
Unemployed Americans Endure Longer Job Searches
“Job seekers are out in the cold this summer. Especially the ones who have been hunting for a while,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “Beyond the headline-grabbing top-line numbers in…
Smithsonian to Restore Info About Trump Impeachments
The Smithsonian said on Saturday that it would restore information about President Donald Trump’s two impeachments to an exhibit in the National Museum of American History “in the coming weeks,”…
Missouri ‘Likely’ to Redraw Congressional Map
“Momentum is building for a special session of the Missouri Legislature to redraw the state’s eight congressional districts with the aim of gaining a seat for Republicans,” the Missouri Independent…
Feds Launch Investigation Into Jack Smith
“Federal officials are investigating former special counsel Jack Smith after President Donald Trump and other prominent Republicans have alleged that his investigations into then-candidate Trump amounted to illegal political activity,”…
Economic Fears of Investors Are Here
“For months, the U.S. economy appeared to be weathering the disruptive effects of President Donald Trump’s trade and immigration policies,” the Washington Post reports. “But over the course of 72…
Thune and Schumer Struggle Over Possible Deal
“Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are engaged in high-stakes negotiations with the White House over nominations, federal funding and whether the Trump administration will offer…
Chinese Hackers Are Playing the Long Game
“Chinese hackers are targeting more sensitive U.S. targets than ever — not to smash and grab, but to bide their time,” Axios reports. “Beijing is investing in stealthy, persistent access…
India Defies Trump Over Russian Oil
“Indian officials said on Saturday that they would keep purchasing cheap oil from Russia despite a threat of penalties from President Trump, the latest twist in an issue that New…
Trump’s Authoritarian Streak Grows Stronger
“A five-alarm fire tore through the economic establishment Friday after President Trump ousted the government’s top labor statistician, accusing her — without evidence — of ‘rigging’ a weak jobs report,”…
Trump Hits Brazil with 50% Tariffs
“Products imported to the U.S. from Brazil — including almost a third of the supply relied on every day by America’s coffee drinkers — are subject to a 50% tariff…
Business Leaders Finally Get Clarity on Tariffs
Politico: “A half-dozen leaders from financial firms, corporations and trade groups said in interviews that the series of tariff rates Trump unveiled Thursday night were steeper than they had expected,…