Economy & Markets — Archive
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Mamdani, Sanctuary Cities Sue Trump Administration Over Expanded Public Charge Rule
The lawsuit challenges a new DHS rule allowing immigration officers to weigh noncash benefits like Medicaid and SNAP when assessing applicant self-reliance.
Kennedy Center Faces Potential Closure Tuesday Amid Fiscal Collapse Warnings
Officials cite severe budget deficits and management disputes as the primary causes for the potential shutdown of the Washington institution.
Sydney Sweeney Faces Backlash From Women Athletes Over Nude Sports Prediction Ad
Critics argue the campaign objectifies female athletes, while supporters praise its boldness in marketing sports betting to a wider demographic.
Treasury Secretary Bessent Faces Bond Market Backlash as Yields Surge
Investors are selling long-term US debt in response to aggressive fiscal policies, challenging the administration's economic narrative.
Centcom Commander Says He Is 'Not Concerned at All' About Munitions Stockpiles
Adm. Brad Cooper dismisses reports of depleted Pentagon stockpiles following operations against Iran, stating readiness remains high.
US-Canada Trade Clash Fallout Extends Beyond Economic Impact
Analysts argue the dispute over tariffs and border policies is reshaping diplomatic norms and domestic political coalitions in both nations.
Federal Judge Rules DHS Plan for 50% FEMA Staffing Cuts Was Unlawful
U.S. District Judge Susan Illston determined that the proposed cuts violated post-Katrina laws protecting FEMA's independence from DHS.
Opinion Column Critiques 'Fantasy-Fed' Denialism in Bush-Era Foreign Policy Legacy
RealClearPolitics analysis argues that ideological rigidity from the Bush administration suppresses modern security instincts against unnamed adversaries.
Michigan Swing Voters Brace for Higher Prices Amid Trade Tensions With Canada
Cross-border shoppers in Detroit-area communities report rising costs for lumber, produce, and auto parts as trade barriers threaten regional supply chains.
Houthis Seize Strategic Red Sea Port, Pushing Oil Prices Past $105
The capture of Mokha by Iran-backed rebels threatens the Bab el-Mandeb shipping chokepoint, ending a four-year truce and escalating regional tensions.