Politics
All the latest news stories about politics, from elections and law-making to the subtle shifts that change our lives—and our finances
Senate Showdown Brings Shutdown Threat as Immigration Fight Stalls Funding Bill
Bipartisan senators blocked a major spending package as last-minute negotiations continue to avert a partial government shutdown by the week’s end.
DOE Seeks States to Host Nuclear Fuel Campuses Amid Power Surge
The Department of Energy announced an initiative to develop “Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses” to strengthen the U.S. nuclear fuel supply chain.
Nicki Minaj Pledges Up to $300,000 to Support Fans’ Trump Accounts
Rap artist Nicki Minaj said she will contribute between up to $300,000 to help fund Trump accounts, a new type of individual retirement account.
Democrats Threaten Impeachment of DHS Secretary Noem
House Democratic leaders warned they will begin impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem unless President Trump fires her.
Fed Pauses Rate Cuts Amid Stronger Growth and Political Pressure
The Federal Reserve voted to hold its benchmark interest rate, pausing a run of three quarter-point cuts as officials cited stronger economic growth.
Shutdown Looms as DHS Funding Stalemate Deepens
The U.S. government is on the brink of a partial shutdown as Senate Democrats block a House-passed funding bill over Department of Homeland Security provisions.
Trump Comments Trigger Sharp Dollar Sell-Off
The U.S. dollar slid 1.3% Tuesday, its biggest one-day drop since last April, after President Trump said he was comfortable with the currency’s recent decline.
Congress Renews Push to Make Subscriptions Easier to Cancel
Lawmakers are reviving efforts to create a federal “click to cancel” rule, with a bipartisan House bill joining earlier Senate proposals.
Carney Rejects China Free Trade Talks Amid Trump Tariff Threats
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada has “no intention” of pursuing a free trade deal with China.
Trump Sues JPMorgan for $5 Billion, Claims He Was “Debanked”
President Trump has filed a lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon, accusing the bank of politically motivated account closures.
Supreme Court Hits the Brakes on Trump: The Fed May Be Off-Limits
The Supreme Court has repeatedly allowed President Trump to fire leaders of independent agencies.
IRS Shakes Things Up Ahead of Tax Season
Days before the 2026 filing season begins, the IRS announced a leadership reorganization aimed at improving customer service and modernizing the agency.
Dimon Breaks Ranks with Trump on Immigration
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon publicly pushed back on President Trump’s immigration approach during a panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
President Trump Closes in on Pick for New Fed Chair
President Trump says he’s nearly finished choosing a replacement for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and hinted he has a single candidate in mind.
Trump on Greenland, Gold, and a Tariff Truce
President Trump says he and NATO’s chief have outlined a “framework” deal involving Greenland that prompted him to drop planned tariffs.
EU Lawmakers Freeze U.S. Trade Deal Amid Tariff Disputes
European lawmakers suspended approval of the EU-U.S. trade deal agreed to in July, citing President Trump’s plans to impose tariffs on European countries.
Trump Calls for Greenland Talks, Rules Out Military Force
President Donald Trump called for immediate negotiations with Denmark over the U.S. acquisition of Greenland, while publicly ruling out the use of military.
