Category: Trump, Donald J

White House Dismisses Rise in Unemployment

The Trump administration looked to recast elements of a dour jobs report Thursday as a sign of strength.
Senators Investigate Role of A.I. Data Centers in Rising Electricity Costs

Three Democrats are seeking information from tech firms about the growing energy use of data centers and the utility bills of individuals and other businesses.
Trump Files $10 Billion Suit Over BBC Documentary

The British broadcaster, which has expressed regret over the editing of video clips about the president, has rejected claims that the error was evidence of a fundamental bias in its news reporting.
Ford Will Take $19.5 Billion Hit as It Rolls Back E.V. Plans

Ford Motor said the costs come from its decision to make fewer electric vehicles than it had planned and more hybrids that use both gasoline engines and batteries.
Trump’s Cuts Hobbled US Labor Board, Leaving Festering Disputes and a Power Struggle

Advocates fear damage to labor protections if the Supreme Court upholds the president’s move to control federal agency staffing.
The S.E.C. Was Tough on Crypto. It Pulled Back After Trump Returned to Office.

An investigation by The Times found the administration’s change in enforcement benefited the industry, including companies that had ties to the president.
U.S.-U.K. Trade Deal Hits Stumbling Block

The U.S. government has paused a tech-focused trade pledge with Britain over broader disagreements about Britain’s digital regulations and food safety rules.
Businesses Are Cashing In on Trump’s Tax Cuts

Corporate tax revenue has quickly dipped since Republicans passed tax cuts this summer. But economists think these tax breaks might be worth it.
Cooling Labor Market and Elevated Inflation Stoke Fed Divisions on Rate Cuts

Fed officials explained their opposition to the central bank’s decision this week to cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point.
A Seized Oil Tanker and the Big Business of Dark Fleet Smuggling

The U.S. seizure of a vessel off Venezuela is likely to squeeze the country’s government, but do little to counter the tankers that secretively move oil from sanctioned countries.
Harold Hamm, Oklahoma Oil Tycoon, Allies With Trump to Reshape U.S. Energy

Harold Hamm, an Oklahoma oil tycoon, has played a central role in reshaping energy policy by allying himself with President Trump.
Bessent Accelerates Regulation Overhaul to Jumpstart Growth

The Treasury Secretary unveiled changes to the Financial Stability Oversight Council to ease “overregulation.”