Trump is taking a sledgehammer to the anti-corruption cause
Recent moves by the president will open America’s doors to bad actors
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Trump's anti-media rhetoric turns to action
Blocking reporters from covering news events at the Oval Office.NBC News - 7h -
How Trump Could Cause a Recession
Trump’s tantrum is killing jobs, raising prices, and stifling investment. It’s not a good environment for innovation.Inc. - 12h -
Trump Curtails Anti-Corruption Efforts, as Aides Seek End to Eric Adams Case
The Trump administration is telling prosecutors and agents to care less on efforts to investigate foreign corruption, including a case against New York’s mayor.The New York Times - 1d -
Ford CEO says Trump's tariffs are causing 'chaos' in auto industry
President Donald Trump’s tariffs, both implemented and just threatened, are causing “chaos” for the U.S. automotive industry, according to Ford Motor CEO Jim Farley.NBC News - 1d -
Top cases brought under the US anti-corruption law now in Trump’s crosshairs
Prosecutors have pursued high-profile cases since Foreign Corrupt Practices Act was introduced in 1977Financial Times - 1d -
Trump is giving a green light to corporate corruption abroad
Abandoning the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act would not be good businessFinancial Times - 1d -
UK Steel says Trump has ‘taken a sledgehammer’ to free trade; BoE governor warns against ripping out regulation – as it happened
UK steel industry fears surge of foreign imports as US imposes 25% tariffs, as Bank of England chief says world should not forget 2008 crisis. Trump announces 25% tariffs on foreign steel and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump should not take bond investors for granted
It needs only a small reduction in the dollar slice of global reserves to hit prices and raise borrowing costsFinancial Times - 5d -
Elon Musk’s Takeover Is Causing Rifts in Donald Trump’s Inner Circle
“He’s getting too big for his breeches,” says one Trumpworld source.Wired - Feb. 5
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UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.1% in fourth quarter
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Unilever sales just miss expectations; Ben and Jerry's ice cream unit heads for triple listing
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