Why Trump’s Takedown of an Anti-Bribery Law Could Backfire
The president has said the law is unfair to U.S. businesses. But lawyers say weakening it could end up costing corporate America big.
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Why Trump’s Bullying Is Going to Backfire
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How Trump’s trade wars could backfire on U.S. stock and bond investors
In Trump’s first term, American businesses cut investment spending and industrial production slowed.MarketWatch - 5d -
Trump wants both lower interest rates and tariffs. Here’s how that could backfire.
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Will Trump’s ‘tough love’ on Kim yield results or backfire?
President Donald Trump's second term has rekindled hopes for North Korea's denuclearization, but the recent shift in his stance suggests a potential change in U.S. policy. Meanwhile, North Korea's ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Auchincloss: Trump 'replacing the rule of law with the law of the ruler'
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Trump’s tariffs could make international stocks more attractive than U.S. investments. Here’s why.
U.S. investors are looking abroad in pursuit of higher stock-market returns.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Former U.S. deputy assistant attorney general explains why Trump firing FBI agents could be a danger
The head of the FBI Agents Association is urging Congress to protect nearly 1,000 federal agents against potential termination by the Trump administration. Former U.S. Deputy Assistant Attorney ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
ACLU Warns DOGE’s ‘Unchecked’ Access Could Violate Federal Law
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Change in California law could provide path to freedom for a convicted killer
The family of Justine Vanderschoot, a California teen murdered in 2003, is fighting for justice after learning a change in state law could provide a path to freedom for one of her convicted ...CBS News - 6d -
Trump fought the trade law, and Trump won
Neither international nor domestic courts on their own will stop the US president’s destructive tariffsFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
Trump Pauses Enforcement of Foreign Bribery Law
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act makes it illegal for companies that operate in the United States to pay foreign government officials to secure or keep business deals.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Trump suggests no laws violated if he ‘saves’ country
President Trump said over the weekend his work to "save" the country gives him legal leeway. “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law,” Trump posted Saturday to Truth Social and X. The ...The Hill - 3d -
Why a Super Bowl Viewership Record Could Be on the Horizon
Fatigue over Kansas City’s success is overrated, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
My mother did not receive Social Security after my father died. Could a new law change that?
“My mom has always been a school teacher and never paid into Social Security.”MarketWatch - Feb. 10 -
Tesla's law firm drafts Delaware bill that could salvage Musk pay package
The legislation would amend Delaware General Corporation Law and could pave the way for the reinstatement of Musk's 2018 CEO pay package at Tesla.CNBC - 1d -
Tesla's law firm helps draft bill some experts say could restore Musk's pay package
A law firm representing Elon Musk and Tesla helped draft a bill some experts say could, if passed, possibly restore Musk's lost multibillion-dollar compensation package.ABC News - 3h -
The Guardian view on Trump and the international criminal court: following the law of the jungle | Editorial
The US president’s attack on an essential institution speaks volumes about his broader foreign policy. Donald Trump’s vicious assault on the international criminal court is no surprise. His last ...The Guardian - Feb. 7 -
Trump halts aid to South Africa citing new land law
President Trump signed an executive order formally halting all aid to South Africa and urged his Cabinet to come up with a resettlement program for Afrikaners who he claims "are victims of unjust ...The Hill - Feb. 8 -
Trump to halt enforcement of law banning bribery of foreign officials
President says move will ‘mean a lot more business for America’Financial Times - Feb. 11 -
What to Know About the Anti-Bribery Law Trump Is Targeting
Federal prosecutors and securities regulators have gone after large companies for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits them from bribing foreign officials.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
This obscure law is one reason Trump's agenda keeps losing in court
Lawyers challenging Trump's use of executive power are turning to a familiar weapon in their armory: the Administrative Procedure Act.NBC News - Feb. 12 -
Trump froze a bribery law that previously hit suppliers for Elon Musk's Tesla
President Trump has told Attorney General Pam Bondi to look at past cases by the DOJ involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.CNBC - Feb. 12 -
Trump freezes U.S. law banning bribery of foreign officials
Although President Trump can't overturn the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, experts say he can change how it is enforced.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Trump Suggests No Laws Are Broken if He’s ‘Saving His Country’
President Trump shared a quotation on social media, making it clear it was one he wanted people to absorb: “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.”The New York Times - 4d -
Trump post has critics saying he's declaring himself above the law
In a post Saturday on X and TruthSocial, President Donald Trump suggested he is above the law if he "saves his country."ABC News - 3d -
Eric Adams, Trump and a New York story that’s stress-testing the rule of law
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How Far Will Trump Go? Tom Friedman Is Banking on the Law of Gravity.
The president wants to create a revolution abroad. This Opinion columnist would love to see a plan.The New York Times - 1h -
Immigration crackdown could lead to a lower U.S. unemployment rate. Here’s why.
The labor market has been reshaped by a surge in the foreign-born population. Now that process is reversing.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Why the options market is hotter than ever and could be on track for more records
Options trading volume hit a fresh record in January as nearly 1.2 billion contracts changed hands, according to data from Cboe Global Markets.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Intel’s stock is on a hot streak. Here’s why the rally could continue.
The continued momentum for Intel’s stock could force hedge funds to start buying. Plus, Intel’s process technology is getting more respect.MarketWatch - Feb. 13 -
Why firings at Diplomatic Security Service could make the world more dangerous
The Diplomatic Security Service has not been exempted, as have other agencies, from the administration's downsizing plans.ABC News - 1d -
‘Modern Love’ Podcast: Why Gossiping Could Help Your Love Life
Kelsey McKinney, author of the new book “You Didn’t Hear This From Me: (Mostly) True Notes on Gossip,” talks about the joys and problems gossiping has brought to her relationships.The New York Times - 1d -
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. - Feb. 12 -
Trump actions could change the presidency
USAID, an agency created by Congress and codified in law, is being dismantled by President Trump. His actions have some in Washington raising questions about the role of Congress.CBS News - 3d -
Why Trump is going after the penny
President Trump ordered the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of production. Kelly O'Grady explains.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Why Trump wants Ukraine’s minerals
Vast estimated deposits of lithium and titanium have yet to be significantly developedFinancial Times - 1d -
Apex Legends Season 24: All Takedown Battle Pass Cosmetics And Rewards
The Takedown battle pass features cosmetic with a purple palette and a sci-fi aesthetic. Apex Legends Season 24: Takeover is live, and the game's sixth anniversary festivities are just ...GameSpot - Feb. 12 -
After withering Drake takedown, Kendrick Lamar looks to bigger target
The Super Bowl headliner says rap's lost its "bite" and that he wants to bring it back.BBC News - 5d -
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 - Feb. 11
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