Politics
All the latest news stories about politics, from elections and law-making to the subtle shifts that change our lives—and our finances
U.S. and China Unveil $30 Billion Trade Deal
The U.S. and China have released reciprocal lists of products worth roughly $30 billion each that will receive tariff cuts.
OpenAI A.I. Agents Go Rogue and Target U.S. Government Websites
OpenAI has acknowledged incidents in which AI agents accessed or interacted with the websites of the Education Department.
Trump Weighs Diesel Export Ban as Fuel Prices Surge
President Trump says he is “very seriously” considering a ban on U.S. diesel exports as domestic fuel prices soar and global supplies remain tight.
Hegseth Discloses Millions in Cash, Investments and Bitcoin
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reporting at least $3.1 million in cash, retirement investments, and Bitcoin in his latest financial disclosure.
Xi Calls for U.S.-China A.I. Cooperation
Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling for the U.S. and China to cooperate on artificial intelligence, even as the two countries remain fierce competitors.
U.S. and China Extend Trade Truce
The U.S. and China have agreed to extend their trade truce for another two months, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
760,000 Obamacare Enrollments Targeted in Fraud Crackdown
The Trump administration says it has canceled Affordable Care Act coverage affecting roughly 760,000 people.
Trump Discloses Over 1,100 Trades, Including Microsoft and Amazon Sales
A new financial disclosure shows more than 1,100 securities transactions were made on President Trump’s behalf in July.
Iran Offers Possible Hormuz Reopening in Diplomatic Push
Iran is reportedly offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States takes initial steps to ease military pressure.
Trump and Xi Look to Reset U.S.-China Trade Ties
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are preparing for talks focused on stabilizing the economic relationship between the nations.
CNN, MS Now and Politico Prepare Lawsuit Over White House Ban
CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they have notified the Trump administration that they intend to sue over the revocation of their White House access.
U.S. and China Signal Progress Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says his meeting with Chinese Vice Premier was successful as Washington and Beijing prepare for a high-level summit.
Trump Plans New A.I. Force as Safety Debate Intensifies
President Trump says he plans to create a new “AI Force” and appoint an “AI Czar” to oversee the rapidly expanding technology.
Nearly 1 Million Americans Set For $500 Obamacare Refunds
The Trump administration says nearly 1 million Americans will receive $500 refunds tied to fees collected through Affordable Care Act marketplace plans.
Trump’s $5,000 “Dividend” Plan Hits Bi-Partisan Wall
President Trump is proposing a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of Congress.
25 Years Later, America Remembers 9/11
Across the country, Americans are marking 25 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks.
Trump Promising $5,000 Payments if GOP Win Midterms
President Donald Trump is promising a $5,000 payment to American adults if Republicans keep control of both the House and Senate in November.
