The U.S. is dismantling key communications efforts abroad, once a major part of its efforts to build soft power. Its rivals are eager to fill the vacuum.
Category: Trump, Donald J
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No, a TikTok Trick Won’t Erase Student Loan Debt
Videos promoting a quick hack for having student loans forgiven are circulating. Experts warn the trick doesn’t work.
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Why Factories Are Having Trouble Filling Nearly 400,000 Open Jobs
For every 20 positions, there’s one qualified candidate, says one manufacturing chief executive. Some of President Trump’s policies are likely to exacerbate the problem.
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White House Faces Risk of Economic Fallout From Iran Strike
President Trump, aware of how high gas prices could affect his popularity, demanded on social media that the U.S. “KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN.”
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Democrats to Protest Trump’s Takeover of Kennedy Center With Pride Event
“This is our way of reoccupying the Kennedy Center,” said Jeffrey Seller of “Hamilton,” who was asked to stage the invite-only concert hosted by five senators.
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The China Wild Card in the Iran Strike Aftermath
Beijing is one of Tehran’s most important economic partners. But experts question how much China will help Iran if it retaliates against the United States.
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Tesla Begins Limited Robotaxi Service in Austin
The vehicles will have safety monitors and may not operate in bad weather, making them more restricted than the fully autonomous vehicles promised by Elon Musk.
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Palm Beach, Never Richer, Is a Draw for Young MAGA. Locals Aren’t Pleased.
Donald Trump’s presidency has turned this Florida island into the nightlife headquarters of MAGA, but the town’s old guard — much of it Republican — doesn’t love the new vibe.
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Europe Is Finally Ready to Spend More on Defense. The Hard Part Is How.
After a yearslong debate over NATO spending, European nations are poised to commit more funds to deter Russia. Now the region must decide how to unify its fragmented manufacturing.
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Is Donald Trump an Antagonist or Champion of the Gay Community?
Gay backers of Donald Trump say he is blind to sexuality. Not everyone agrees.
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Fed Governor Calls for Rate Cuts as Soon as July
Christopher J. Waller, who was appointed by President Trump, said the central bank should not wait for the labor market to weaken.