President Trump once again threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and doubled down on a discredited probe of the central bank.
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Trump calls SCOTUS tariffs decision ‘deeply disappointing’ and lays out path forward
President Trump claimed the justices opposing his position were acting because of partisanship, though three of those ruling against his tariffs were appointed by Republican presidents.
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The economy slowed in the last 3 months of the year — but was still solid in 2025
The U.S. economy grew 2.2% in 2025, a modest slowdown from 2.4% the previous year. GDP gains were fueled by solid consumer spending and business investment.
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Venezuela’s oil revival brings hope but little relief for workers
As U.S. sanctions ease and oil money begins to trickle back after Nicolás Maduro’s removal, Venezuelans weigh hopes for recovery against the harsh reality of surviving on wages that barely cover food.
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Trump heads to Iowa hoping to refocus attention from shootings to the economy
More Republicans are calling for an investigation after a second U.S. citizen was shot by a federal agent in Minneapolis.
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Trump heads to Detroit to give a speech refocusing on the American economy
The speech at the Detroit Economic Club comes after major foreign policy moves have overshadowed domestic policy.
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Trump to address the nation as his popularity dips in the face of economic concerns
The year-end speech will address his accomplishments so far and look ahead to next year
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Trump struggles to find his economic messaging amid voter skepticism
Nearly a year into his second term, President Trump is facing growing skepticism as Americans feel persistent cost-of-living pressures despite his efforts to defend the strength of the economy.
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VIDEO: Trump’s tariffs, changing markets and what an uncertain economy means for you
Eight months into Trump’s second term, it’s unclear what the larger impact of these tariffs will have on the economy. Despite that, the president keeps promising to roll out new ones.
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BLS revision shows hiring was overstated by 911,000 jobs in past year
The U.S. likely added 900,000 fewer jobs in the 12 months ending in March than had been reported, according to a preliminary Labor Department report.
