Politics
All the latest news stories about politics, from elections and law-making to the subtle shifts that change our lives—and our finances
Inflation Warning Clouds the Fed’s Rate-Cut Debate
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is sounding a cautious note on inflation, saying the recent trend in price pressures is concerning and deserves close attention.
U.S.-Canada Trade War Takes Another Turn
Trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada are escalating after negotiations collapsed, with Washington imposing new 50% tariffs.
Scotland: 2 Held for Migration Breaches Freed After Protest
Two men detained by British immigration officials in Glasgow have been released after a seven-hour standoff between hundreds of protesters and Scottish police.
House GOP Elects Trump Defender Elise Stefanik to No. 3 Post
Republicans have vaulted Rep. Elise Stefanik into the ranks of House leadership. The upstate New York Republican was elected to the party's No. 3 post on Friday.
CDC: Fully Vaccinated People Can Largely Ditch Masks Indoors
The CDC is easing indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to safely stop wearing masks inside in most places. The new guidance was announced Thursday at the White House.
U.S. Unemployment Claims Drop to 473,000, a New Pandemic Low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Consumer Prices Shot Up 0.8% in April as Worries Escalate
A worrisome bout of inflation struck the economy in April, with U.S. consumer prices surging 0.8%, the largest monthly jump in in more than a decade and the year-over-year increase reaching its fastest rate since 2008.
GOP Dumps Defiant Trump Critic Cheney From Top House Post
Republicans have dumped Rep. Liz Cheney from her House leadership post. The reason: Her persistent repudiation of President Donald Trump’s election falsehoods.
Miami Rolls Out Red Carpet for Bitcoin as Cities Compete to Become Crypto-Hubs
The Florida city's appeal to outside companies isn't limited to the world of crypto, but to tech writ large.
Judge Dismisses NRA Bankruptcy Case in Blow to Gun Group
A federal judge has dismissed the National Rifle Association’s bankruptcy case.
Biden Announces Uber, Lyft Rides Amid July 4 Vaccine Push
President Joe Biden is highlighting new programs from ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft to provide free rides to and from vaccination sites as the pace of vaccination shots nationally declines.
