Category: Trump, Donald J

Justice Dept. Legal Threat Complicates Trump’s Pick for Fed Chair

The New York Times – Business:
An investigation of the Federal Reserve was thwarted on Friday, but a department appeal could reimpose an obstacle in Kevin Warsh’s path.
TikTok Investors Set to Pay $10 Billion Fee to Trump Administration

The New York Times – Business:
The large fee is the latest example of the White House’s inserting itself into corporate deal making in unusual and aggressive ways.
TikTok Investors Set to Pay $10 Billion Fee to Trump Administration

The New York Times – Business:
The large fee is the latest example of the White House’s inserting itself into corporate deal making in unusual and aggressive ways.
Jared Kushner Solicits Funds for His Firm While Working as Mideast Envoy

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump’s son-in-law is trying to raise $5 billion or more from foreign governments and others for his private equity firm.
U.S. Vows to Block Iran’s Attempt to Shut Down Strait of Hormuz

The New York Times – Business:
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz were “something we are dealing with.” And about 2,500 Marines were headed to the Middle East to bolster the war effort.
Judge Quashes Justice Dept.’s Subpoenas Targeting Federal Reserve Chair

The New York Times – Business:
Judge James E. Boasberg derided the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington for pursuing a case against Jerome H. Powell that appeared to be motivated by President Trump’s desire for vengeance.
Trump’s Move to Seize Oil Tankers Costs the U.S. Tens of Millions of Dollars

The New York Times – Business:
Although President Trump said seizing tankers would be a financial boon, the cost of maintaining just one aging ship has already reached $47 million.
Wall Street Bankers Offered Lucrative Access to Join the Pentagon

The New York Times – Business:
A presentation from a headhunting firm aimed to recruit Wall Street investors to the Pentagon by offering “unmatched access” to government officials and fund-raising opportunities among foreign sovereigns.
Kevin Warsh’s Dilemma as Fed Chair Nominee Amid Iran War

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve could faces a tough road to confirmation if he seeks quick interest rate cuts. The war in Iran doesn’t help.
With Disputed Legal Maneuver, Trump Tries to Set Policy Without Legislation

The New York Times – Business:
By suing Republican states and making sharp reversals in old cases, the Trump administration is using courts to fast-track major shifts in policy.
Trump to Target Forced Labor in Global Tariff Scheme

The New York Times – Business:
The Trump administration is expected to begin a trade investigation into whether dozens of countries have policies to combat forced labor.
Senate Resoundingly Passes Housing Bill, but Challenges Lie Ahead

The New York Times – Business:
The lopsided vote to approve the measure was a rare bit of election-year bipartisanship on a major affordability issue, but G.O.P. disputes and President Trump’s disinterest have left its fate uncertain.