United States Economy – Page 131

How Swing State Politics Are Sinking a Global Steel Deal

As the Biden administration nears a decision to block the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel, the debate over national and economic security is being dwarfed by presidential politics.

By Alan Rappeport

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Tax Policy Becomes a Fault Line for Harris

The vice president is relying on tax proposals as a way to show she is different from both President Biden and her Republican rival, Donald Trump.

By Andrew Duehren

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Job Hunting Is a Challenge for Recent College Grads

Unemployment is still low, but job seekers are competing for fewer openings, and hiring is sluggish. That’s a big turnaround from recent years.

By Talmon Joseph Smith

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BLS Data on Jobs and Consumer Prices Faces a Test of Trust

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks prices and employment, faces scrutiny after several missteps. Some questions have gone unanswered.

By Ben Casselman and Jeanna Smialek