Economy & Markets

Workers in China Navigate Job Anxiety as AI Reshapes the Labor Market

China's rapid AI adoption, backed by government policy, has pushed some workers out of jobs while others seek new opportunities using the same technology.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Vance Defends Canada Trade War During Maine Visit; Collins Skips Rally

The vice president's remarks come as Sen. Collins has emerged as a leading Republican critic of the administration's tariff policies against Ottawa.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Proposal Calls for State Department Economic Security Intelligence Reports to Counter China, Authoritarian Coercion

Advocates say annual reports would help the US identify and mitigate systemic economic risks from state adversaries, though critics question whether this duplicates existing intelligence efforts.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

AOC's Modern Monetary Theory Ideas Continue Influencing Democratic Economic Debate

Progressive economic framework gaining traction among younger Democrats despite criticism from mainstream economists.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

US-Canada Tariff Dispute Escalates as Businesses on Both Borders Sound Alarm over Trade War Fears

Small manufacturers and cross-border suppliers in Michigan, Ontario, and across the Great Lakes region warn that new tariffs could force layoffs and closures within months.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Inside the 72 Hours That Cratered the US-Canada Trade Deal

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer had been in intensive negotiations with Canadian officials for more than a week before talks broke down, according to reports.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Pence Says 'Last Thing' US Economy Needs Is Trade War With Canada

Former vice president warns American businesses and consumers bear the cost of tariffs as trade tensions with northern neighbor persist.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

Collins Asks White House to Consider Negative Impact of Canada Trade War

The Maine Republican's comments put her at odds with some GOP colleagues as tariff disputes with Canada escalate.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 3 min read
Economy & Markets

U.S., Canada Trade Dispute Escalates as 50% Tariffs Take Effect; Sunday Shows to Preview Political Fallout

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory measures during a Saturday press conference, matching Washington's tariff escalation in the ongoing trade dispute.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 4 min read
Economy & Markets

Federal Judge Strikes Down Rubio's 75-Country Visa Freeze, Calling It Orwellian

U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his statutory authority by denying immigrant visas to applicants from designated countries who were otherwise eligible.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 4 min read