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The Next Month in the Economy Could be Crucial for the Presidential Election

Former President Trump is trying to stoke economic angst, while Vice President Harris projects optimism.

JD Vance Pioneered ‘New Right’ Economics. Trump May Not Embrace It.

The vice-presidential nominee favors economic policies that help advance a socially conservative vision of American society — and that sometimes clash with Trump’s own plans.

On Economic Policy, Harris Has Played Limited Role

President Biden has not given his vice president an expansive economic portfolio. But she has engaged on issues of small-business lending, help for parents and…

Can Kamala Harris Sell Bidenomics?

Much of President Biden’s agenda polls well, but voters roundly dislike his handling of the economy. That’s a campaign challenge for his vice president, as…

Can Kamala Harris Sell Bidenomics?

Much of President Biden’s agenda polls well, but voters roundly dislike his handling of the economy. That’s a campaign challenge for his vice president, as…

New Plan to Target Russia’s Oil Revenue Brings Debate in White House

Treasury officials want to impose penalties on tankers that help Russian oil evade sanctions. White House aides worry that risks making gasoline more expensive.

Democrats’ Dream of a Wealth Tax Is Alive. For Now.

A narrow Supreme Court ruling left the door open for Congress to expand taxes on billionaires, but it’s not a guarantee.

Biden’s Stimulus Juiced the Economy, but Its Political Effects Are Muddled

Some voters blame the American Rescue Plan for fueling price increases. But the growth it unleashed may be helping the president stay more popular than…

Cooling Inflation Revives Biden’s Hope of Rate Cuts

The chances of at least one pre-election cut appeared to be helped by a new inflation report.

Biden Has a Historically Strong Job Market. It May Not Be Enough.

Job gains continue to surge, and the unemployment rate remains low, but as the president seeks re-election, voters say they care more about high prices.