Politics Feb 26 Jamieson Greer confirmed as Trump’s top trade negotiator Greer is a veteran of President Donald Trump's first-term economic battles with China, Mexico and Canada.
Politics Feb 21 Could Trump really give money from Musk’s DOGE cuts to taxpayers? If Musk's target of $2 trillion in spending cuts is achieved by next year, supporters of the idea say that about one-fifth of those funds could be distributed to taxpaying households in checks of about $5,000. But budget experts say…
Economy Feb 07 U.S. jobless rate dips to 4 percent as employers add 143,000 positions last month The first job report of Donald Trump's second presidency on Friday suggested that he inherited a labor market that is solid but unspectacular.
Politics Jan 31 Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit close to home, from avocados to autos The tariffs would also invite retaliation. Doug Ford, the premier of Ontario, has already vowed to counterpunch by pulling American alcohol off store shelves in the Canadian province.
Economy Jan 30 U.S. economy ends 2024 with solid growth, up 2.8 percent for full year The American economy ended 2024 on a solid note with consumer spending continuing to drive growth.
Politics Jan 29 WATCH: Howard Lutnick testifies at Senate confirmation hearing for commerce secretary Billionaire financier Howard Lutnick has emerged as an outspoken supporter of Trump's hardline trade policies.
Politics Jan 20 Trump is holding off on tariffs but betting Day 1 moves can cut energy prices and tame inflation WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump is holding off on tariffs during his first day and placing a big bet that his executive actions can cut energy prices and tame inflation.
Nation Jan 10 U.S. added 256,000 jobs in December as unemployment rate dipped U.S. hiring picked up unexpectedly in December as employers added 256,000 jobs, another sign of the economy's resilience in the face of high interest rates.
Economy Jan 08 Longshoremen reach tentative deal with ports and shippers, averting potential strike The International Longshoremen's Association union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance of ports and shipping companies said they had reached a tentative agreement for a six-year contract, a week ahead of a Jan. 15 deadline.
Economy Dec 06 U.S. hiring bounced back in November as employers added 227,000 jobs The November employment report provided the latest evidence that the U.S. job market remains durable even though it has lost significant momentum from the 2021-2023 hiring boom, when the economy was rebounding from the pandemic recession.