Democratic supporters of the measure to regulate parts of the industry refused to allow it to move forward amid concerns in their party that President Trump and his family are profiting from cryptocurrency.
Category: United States Politics and Government
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U.S. and Britain Hail Trade Agreement but Leave Details to Be Settled
The agreement appeared to be more of a framework than a settled deal and eased some of President Trump’s tariffs on British goods while opening its markets.
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Hope and Anxiety Share the Stage as Finance Titans Converge on L.A.
At the Milken Institute conference, a who’s who of finance and corporate America, there was a mix of emotions about financial markets and the economy.
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The Fed Could Be on Hold Until September, Economists Say
Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher inflation and slower growth.
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Bill Gates Explains His Plans to Close the Gates Foundation in 2045
In a wide-ranging interview, he explains his decision — amid the Trump administration’s assault on foreign aid — to accelerate the end of his giving.
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U.S. Trade Deal Could Lift UK Economy, but Won’t Transform It
The deal could help some sectors and boost confidence among consumers and businesses, but the British economy faces other challenges.
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Are We Headed for Recession? Economists Look Everywhere for Signs.
Mainstream measures have been slow to detect the impact of tariffs and uncertainty, leaving economists to scour earnings calls and private-sector data sources.
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Are U.S. Tariffs Affecting Your Business? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times wants to hear from European business owners about how they are navigating the uncertainty of President Trump’s tariffs.
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Are U.S. Tariffs Affecting Your Business? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times wants to hear from European business owners about how they are navigating the uncertainty of President Trump’s tariffs.
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Countdown to Scott Bessent’s Trade Talks With China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will finally start negotiating with Chinese counterparts. But business leaders shouldn’t expect any sudden breakthroughs.
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Trump’s Threatened Tariffs Are So Large, 10% Feels Like a Relief
As he proposes ever stiffer tariffs, President Trump has normalized his merely big ones.