From foreign policy and tariffs to immigration changes and targeting of DEI, here’s a look back at some of the major moves made in the past 100 days of President Trump’s second administration.
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American Giant CEO says China tariffs are ‘overdue’ but warns of industry confusion
American Giant sources and makes most of its products in the U.S. Its CEO says tariffs on China were overdue, but he worries the wide range will cause confusion about the global textile supply chain.
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UAW President Shawn Fain explains why he supports Trump’s tariffs
Shawn Fein supports auto industry tariffs but calls broad tariffs “reckless.”
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Did tariffs contribute to the Great Depression? Here’s what to know
Several factors led to the Great Depression, one of the most severe economic crises in U.S. history. NPR interviewed economists who discussed the causes of the Great Depression.
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A movement is calling for an ‘economic blackout’ on Friday. Here’s what to know
The People’s Union USA, a grassroots group, is calling on Americans to join a national boycott by not shopping for 24 hours on Friday.
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5 economic papers that lit up our brains — and what they say about our confusing world
We at Planet Money are constantly reading the work of economists and other social scientists to glean ideas, evidence and insights about the economy, and, more generally, the confusing world around us. Welcome to the inaugural installment of the Planet Money Econ Roundup!
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Voter Voices: ‘I don’t feel like the government cares about my voice’
Anthony D’Ellena, 20, of Narragansett is a former town council candidate and political science student at Roger Williams University. He’s currently taking a year off school to run the election campaign for Republican Patricia Morgan, who is competing against incumbent Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse. Here’s what he had to say about what’s motivating him to […]
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How have rising prices affected you? What questions do you have about inflation?
Whether it’s our grocery lists, travel plans or savings, most of us have felt the effects of rising prices. NPR wants to know how inflation has affected your life and answer your questions about it.
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Four ‘American Indicators’ share their view of the U.S. economy — and their politics
The economy is a top voting issue for many Americans. Four “American Indicators,” people reflecting different sectors of the economy in different parts of the country, talk about their politics.
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Republicans see Latino voters in Nevada as key to retaking the White House in 2024
Former President Donald Trump has pretty sharp rhetoric around immigration. At the same time, he is trying to reach a potentially powerful voting bloc in pivotal swing states: Latinos.
