Politics
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Trade Wars and Tractors: GOP Pleads for Farm Fix
Republican lawmakers are urging President Trump to provide more relief for farmers and equipment manufacturers struggling under his tariff policies.
Trump Calls Powell ‘A Stiff’ as He Demands Super-Sized Rate Cuts
President Trump blasted the Federal Reserve’s quarter-point rate cut as too timid, saying it should have been “at least doubled”.
Federal Judge Dismisses James Comey and Letitia James Cases
A federal judge dismissed criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Trump and Xi Jinping Hold Phone Call, Plan Reciprocal In-Person Meetings
President Trump spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday, discussing topics including Ukraine and Russia, fentanyl, and U.S. farm products.
Bessent Says Boom Times Ahead (Just Wait a Little Longer)
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent insisted the U.S. is not headed for a 2026 recession and predicted Americans will soon feel the benefits of the administration.
Trump Team Shifts Education Programs as Agency Faces Unraveling
The Trump administration announced it will transfer many U.S. Department of Education programs to other federal agencies.
Congress Moves to Force Release of Epstein Files
Congress overwhelmingly approved a measure requiring the Justice Department to release all unclassified records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Appeals Court Slams Trump's “Meritless” Defamation Claim
A federal appeals court has rejected Trump’s attempt to revive his defamation lawsuit against CNN over the use of the phrase “the big lie.”
Larry Summers Steps Back After Epstein Email Fallout
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers announced he is stepping back from public commitments after emails surfaced showing his communication with Epstein.
Trump Boosts Bond Holdings with Over $82 Million in New Purchases
President Donald Trump bought at least $82 million in corporate and municipal bonds from late August to early October, according to new financial disclosures.
Trump Reverses Course, Urges House GOP to Release Epstein Files
President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein case files, a sharp turnaround after previously opposing the move.
