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Biden Administration Looks to Reinforce U.S.-China Ties Ahead of Trump’s Return
Senior Treasury officials are holding a final round of talks with a new round of economic volatility on the horizon.The New York Times - 11h -
Security contractor can seek damages from CNN over Afghan war profiteer report
A Florida judge ruled in favor of U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young, who says he was defamed in a 2021 CNN story on evacuation services in Afghanistan.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Trump's administration set to have unprecedented number of billionaires
Once President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January, an unprecedented number of billionaires will make up his incoming administration. Axios national politics reporter Sophia Cai joins "The ...CBS News - 1d -
Pressure ramps up for Senate Republicans to back Hegseth
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks were back on Capitol Hill to shore up support among GOP senators, including his embattled Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth.ABC News - 1d -
New York to Close Giant Family Shelter to Protect Migrants From Trump
The imminent closure reflects concern from New York City officials that President-elect Donald J. Trump will target the shelter because it sits on federal land.The New York Times - 1d -
Alaska Airlines plans new nonstop flights to Japan, Korea in $1 billion postmerger profit push
Alaska Airlines is launching new flights and a new premium credit card to help grow profits by $1 billion in 2027.CNBC - 1d -
What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how his administration might deliver it
The president-elect is setting up a new National Energy Council with the goal of "U.S. energy dominance."CNBC - 1d -
What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how his administration might deliver it
The oil and gas industry has a “to do” list for President-elect Donald Trump.NBC News - 1d -
Alaska Airlines plans new nonstop flights to Japan, Korea in $1B postmerger profit push
Alaska Air Group expects to grow profits by $1 billion through 2027, and plans to ride the wave of high-end travel demand to get there.NBC News - 1d -
Trump-led trade agenda looks lucrative to Washington law firms
Plus, the clearest sign yet that dealmakers are enthusiastic about the incoming administrationFinancial Times - 1d -
We're booking big profits in a tech stock popping on news that seems too theoretical
It's unclear what business case and monetization strategy can come from this development.CNBC - 1d -
Trump's border czar signals solution for Dreamers will be tied to border security
President-elect Trump's appointed "border czar" said Monday that a potential legislative solution for Dreamers should be contingent on Democrats supporting increased border security and deportation ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump says he won't stop administration from seeking retribution
Trump also told "Meet the Press" the Jan. 6 committee members should be jailed.ABC News - 2d -
How a Criminal With Close Ties to China Became a New York Power Broker
John Chan was a Chinatown gangster before remaking himself into a powerful force in New York politics — one closely aligned with the Chinese Communist Party.The New York Times - 2d -
How low-income DC residents can benefit from a second Trump administration
Mayor Muriel Bowser is open to working with the incoming Trump administration to benefit working-class residents of Washington, D.C., with potential areas for collaboration.The Hill - 3d -
Want a Job in the Trump Administration? Be Prepared for the Loyalty Test.
Applicants for government posts, including inside the Pentagon and the intelligence agencies, say they have been asked about their thoughts on Jan. 6 and who they believe won the 2020 election.The New York Times - 4d -
Melania Trump sells Christmas ornaments during Fox News appearance
Melania Trump — set to return to the White House in January as first lady — showcased her new Christmas ornament collection during a recent appearance on Fox News. “After I left the White House, I ...The Hill - 5d -
Here are the billionaires stocking Trump’s next administration
President-elect Trump has named several billionaires to top roles in his next administration — a combination worth over $360 billion and that includes the world’s richest person. Elon Musk, the ...The Hill - 5d -
As Trump Threatens Tariffs, Europe and South America Strengthen Ties
The European Union and four South American countries have reached an agreement to establish one of the largest trade zones in the world.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump announces new role for his administration: 'White House AI and crypto czar'
Donald Trump names David Sacks White House AI and crypto czar.ABC News - 5d -
Trump tariff threat puts a strain on Canada-Mexico ties
Canadian officials have suggested striking their own trade agreements with the US - and Mexico has taken notice.BBC News - 6d -
Trump Round 2: How Business Services Companies Are Preparing for the New Administration
Companies that offer HR and IT services are gearing up for four more years of MAGA.Inc. - 6d -
From outsider to the Oval Office, bitcoin surges as a new administration embraces crypto
Bitcoin burst on the scene after trust had withered in the financial system and Washington’s ability to protect people from itABC News - 6d -
OpenAI appears poised to launch ChatGPT Pro subscription plans at $200 USD per month
Screenshots posted on X by third-party AI engineer Tibor Blaho show the new tier, ChatGPT Pro, priced at $200 U.S. dollars per month.VentureBeat - 6d -
Signet Jewelers’ stock drops as it faces competition from lab diamonds and misses Wall Street’s profit and sales estimates
Retailer warns its revenue may fall short of expectations in the coming quarter.MarketWatch - 6d -
Lobbying firm with ties to Trump appears poised to profit from new administration
Ballard Partners, whose founder has personal ties to Donald Trump, seems poised to profit from Trump's return to Washington, raising concerns from some ethics experts.ABC News - Dec. 4 -
9 states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding
About 3.7 million people are at immediate risk of losing health coverage should the federal government cut funding for Medicaid expansions, as some allies of President-elect Donald Trump have ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Lobbying World: YouTube taps new federal affairs manager
Andrew Meyer has joined YouTube as manager of federal affairs. He was most recently legislative director for Rep. Greg Pence (R-Ind.). Will Lemke is joining Monument Advocacy as vice president of ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Trump says he'll block controversial U.S. Steel acquisition by Japanese firm
President-elect Donald Trump said he would block the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel by the Japanese Company Nippon Steel. President Biden is yet to decide on the sale that has faced bipartisan ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Some Republican senators appear tepid on Hegseth amid new misconduct claims
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, met with Republican senators Tuesday for the second day in a row amid news that GOP insiders pushed to remove him as the ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Trump agrees to DOJ background checks on administration nominees, appointments
President-elect Donald Trump sparked controversy by tapping Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard for top administration jobs.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Trump appears to threaten Hamas with 'all hell to pay' over hostages
The US president-elect vows a response if captives in Gaza are not released by the time he returns to the White House.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Audit firms sharpen knives for oversight panel under Trump
Threat to accounting board is greatest since it was created in the wake of the Enron audit scandal, accounting veterans sayFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Trump says he will block Japanese firm's takeover of U.S. Steel
President-elect Donald Trump said Monday that he would block a Japanese company’s $15 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Hedge funds profit from ‘Trump trades’ around US election
Element Capital and Graham Capital among macro managers that did well out of recent market swingsFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Honeywell announces a new collaboration with Bombardier. But it’ll weigh on this year’s profit.
Shares of Honeywell International Inc. fell in extended trading Monday after the conglomerate cut its outlook for the months ahead, citing the costs of investing in a new tech-focused collaboration ...MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
FTC opens Microsoft antitrust investigation that Trump administration must carry on or drop
Antitrust enforcers with the Federal Trade Commission have opened a wide-ranging investigation into Microsoft’s business practices, starting off a big legal project that an incoming Trump ...ABC News - Dec. 2