United States Politics and Government – Page 8

Crypto Bill Stalls in the Senate as Democrats Balk

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.

By Robert Jimison and Michael Gold

Great Britain International Trade and World Market Trump, Donald J United States United States International Relations United States Politics and Government

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.

By Ana Swanson and Eshe Nelson

Customs (Tariff) International Trade and World Market Milken Institute United States Economy United States Politics and Government

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.

By Joe Rennison

Banking and Financial Institutions Federal Reserve System Interest Rates Powell, Jerome H Trump, Donald J United States Economy United States Politics and Government

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.

By Colby Smith