Economy & Markets — Archive
Fed policy, inflation, jobs, market trends, and fiscal analysis
Elite Universities Face Federal Scrutiny Over $27.6 Million From China-Linked Entities
The Education Department reports dozens of institutions received funds from foreign entities on federal watchlists, prompting warnings about potential grant restrictions.
Fox News Power Rankings: Voters Say They're in Economic Pain, but Will Democrats Gain?
A majority of Americans disapprove of President Trump's handling of the economy as Democrats seek to capitalize on voter discontent heading into the midterms.
Colombia's Petro Urges Supporters to Defend Reforms in Final Presidential Address
Outgoing left-wing president called for mass mobilization against incoming administration's planned labor law changes as he accused foreign powers of election interference.
Teamsters Push for Mexican Beer Tariffs as Union Cites Threat to U.S. Brewery Jobs
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has filed formal recommendations with the USTR seeking up to 75% tariffs on imports like Modelo and Corona, arguing Mexico's industrial policies have unfairly advantaged its brewing sector.
Mamdani Embraces Democratic Socialist Identity While Insisting Wall Street Has Nothing to Fear
The NYC mayor argues his economic vision reflects FDR's New Deal roots even as he pushes for higher taxes on the city's wealthiest residents.
What's Really Behind America's Male Recession?
University of Connecticut researchers argue declining labor force participation stems from childhood expectations about work rewards, not just job availability.
ICE Resumes Vehicle Stops After Trump Reversal, Citing Effectiveness in Targeting
The agency paused traffic stops following a second officer-involved shooting in Maine before the president overruled guidance Wednesday.
GOP's $95B Defense Package Survives Critical Hurdle amid Fiscal Hawk Revolt
House Budget Committee passes framework on party-line vote, but conservative members threaten to block floor action over lack of spending offsets.
Trump Media Launches Truth API for Wall Street Early Access
The paid data feed would give investment firms real-time access to posts from the platform's highest-ranking accounts, raising questions about information equity.
Economists Debate Faster Growth as Solution to America's Mounting Debt Crisis
Policy experts weigh proposals targeting 3.5% GDP growth through infrastructure and immigration reform against calls for immediate spending cuts.