Politics
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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.
Powell to Attend Scotus Argument in Case Challenging Trump’s Authority
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell plans to attend Supreme Court oral arguments in a case examining whether President Trump can fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook.
Trump to Tout Housing Affordability in Davos
President Trump is set to use a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos to argue he can make housing more affordable.
Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on French Wine
President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne.
Trump Unveils “Great Healthcare Plan” as Obamacare Talks Stall
President Trump outlined a new health-care framework he says will lower drug prices and insurance premiums, urging Congress to pass it immediately.
Trump Targets Big Tech to Foot Bill for Power Grid Expansion
The Trump administration plans to push PJM Interconnection, the nation’s largest electricity grid, to force major technology companies to pay for new plants.
Warsh Surges as Trump Signals Hesitation on Fed Shakeup
Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh emerged as the leading contender for Fed chair.
Tariff Threats Enter Trump’s Greenland Push
President Trump said he may impose tariffs on countries that oppose U.S. efforts related to Greenland.
Greenland Gridlock: Tense White House Talks End with No Deal
High-level talks between the U.S., Denmark, and Greenland ended without a breakthrough, underscoring growing tensions over the Arctic island’s future.
Trump Turns Up the Heat on Greenland
The Trump administration is holding high-stakes talks with Greenlandic and Danish officials at the White House as the president renews his push for Greenland.
Fed Chair Powell Under Criminal Investigation Over HQ Renovation
Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, focusing on whether he misled Congress.
