Senate Democrats Block Stock-Trading Bill Before Midterm Recess
Senate Democrats on Wednesday blocked a Republican-backed bill that would restrict congresspeople from stock buying. The Stop Insider Trading Act, […]
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Federal Judge Smacks Down Trump’s WH Ban on Major News Networks
Journalists representing CNN, MS NOW and Politico have been allowed to return to the White House after a judge overturned
U.S. Inflation Climbs to 3.4% as Gasoline Prices Jump
U.S. inflation accelerated in August as gasoline and energy costs helped push consumer prices higher, adding pressure on household budgets
U.S. Labor Market Holds Steady While Mortgage Rates Approach 7%
The U.S. labor market showed signs of continued stability last week, but rising mortgage rates are creating additional pressure for
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates for First Time Since 2023
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates Wednesday for the first time in more than three years as policymakers moved to
U.S. Jobs Growth Rebounds in August, Unemployment Holds at 4.1%
U.S. jobs growth rebounded sharply in August, offering new evidence that the labor market remains resilient despite inflation, elevated energy
Trump Administration Places New Sanctions on Iran and Its Trade Partners
The United States announced new economic sanctions on Iran and countries that trade with the company in an attempt to
Inflation in July Eased Setting Expectations for the Fed’s September Meeting
U.S. inflation cooled slightly in July as falling gasoline and grocery prices helped offset increases in housing, health care and
Trump Fumbles Another Peace Deal with Iran, Oil Prices Increase in the Interim
Trump has fumbled another peace deal with Iran as oil prices continue to rise and push Americans into financial upheaval.
The Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady as Inflation Persists
The Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday, similar to its June meeting. But a divided vote signaled