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A sweeping White House move on China tariffs that is expected to be unveiled early next week "reflects lessons learned," according to a former official who was involved in the process.
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Consumer confidence rebounded in May, but there are signs this data is being driven by wealthier consumers enjoying the spoils of high rates, presenting a new challenge for the Fed.
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California launching pilot program to charge drivers for miles driven
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The White House is releasing a new public memo Thursday that seeks to link the extension of Trump-era tax cuts to inflation, a top-of-mind issue for voters.
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This week in Bidenomics: 4 more years … of inflation?
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Nikki Haley was visiting an Oct. 7 attack site in Israel and signed the shell less than 24 hours after an Israeli strike killed 45 Palestinians at an encampment in Rafah.
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Wealthy US donors spanning many industries have announced plans to put their influence and money behind former President Donald Trump, helping him narrow his fundraising gap with President Joe Biden.
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Trump courtroom photographers describe what it’s like to cover hush money trial: ‘You are documenting history’
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Chinese EV makers, and their connected vehicles, targeted by new House bill
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