TikTok returns service to U.S. users, thanking Trump

Trump’s return raises prospect of global tax war

Plans to levy higher rates on US multinationals could spur president-elect to respond with tariffs

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Shares in TikTok’s rivals gain as Supreme Court weighs U.S. ban for social-media app

The shares of publicly traded companies that compete with TikTok were gaining Friday as the video-sharing platform’s attorney faced tough questions from Supreme Court justices during oral arguments ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 11

Stock market’s ‘Trump bump’ nearly erased thanks to bond selloff. What’s next.

The S&P 500 is threatening to erase the “Trump bump” investors attributed to Donald Trump’s victory.

MarketWatch - Jan. 11

Trump's return to power has old critics and skeptics reconciling with a new 'normal'

Across the spectrum of American society, leaders who once shunned Trump or battled him are now seeking to bolster their ties or extend olive branches.

NBC News - Jan. 11

U.S. Buyers Group to Bid for TikTok Assets as Supreme Court Decision Nears

Billionaire Frank McCourt’s Project Liberty and several partners offered few details on their plan to buy the U.S. assets of the platform, announced the day before the high court will decide its fate.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Supreme Court to hear arguments on the fate of TikTok in the U.S.

The Supreme Court on Friday will hear arguments that could determine the fate of TikTok. More than 170 million Americans use the social media platform. A law passed by Congress is set to take ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

Trump 2.0 and the Return of ‘Court Politics’

The political scientist Erica Frantz describes the regime change the second Trump administration represents.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban

Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Lammy challenges Trump's rhetoric days before White House return

The foreign secretary talks up UK-US relations - but clear divisions with the incoming president remain.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Zelenskyy urges western allies ‘not to drop ball’ when Trump returns

Ukrainian leader appeals for sustained military support as US president-elect seeks ‘new chapter’ in Europe. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Ukraine’s western allies “not to drop the ball” and to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

Service Workers Union Rejoins AFL-CIO After 20 Years as Labor Girds for Trump 2.0

The Service Employees International Union, which has 2 million members, will renew its affiliation with the umbrella labor union, bringing membership to about 15 million.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Trump and Pence shake hands at Carter's funeral service

President-elect Trump and his former Vice President Mike Pence briefly greeted each other and shook hands as they arrived for the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Iran holds military drills as it faces rising economic pressures and Trump's return

Iran is reeling from a cratering economy and stinging military setbacks across its sphere of influence in the Middle East

ABC News - Jan. 9

Canada on Trump's Proposed Union: Thanks, but Let's Just Be Friends

The president-elect’s comments about the U.S. annexing its northern neighbor were rejected by Canadians of all political stripes.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

Major service workers union joins forces with AFL-CIO as second Trump term looms

The Service Employees International Union said it is re-joining the AFL-CIO. With the addition of SEIU, membership will expand to 15 million workers.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Bolsonaro says he's requested passport's return to attend Trump inauguration

Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, officially requested his passport from Minister Alexandre de Moraes on Wednesday so he may attend President-elect Trump's inauguration later this month. ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Obamacare Enrollment Hits Record Ahead of Trump’s Return

Almost 24 million Americans have signed up for plans offered under the Affordable Care Act, driven by subsidies that are expiring and that Congress may not renew.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Special report: Former President Jimmy Carter honored during memorial service at U.S. Capitol

Former President Jimmy Carter was honored during a memorial service at the U.S. Capitol. Carter’s family and several lawmakers, including Vice President Harris, attended the service.

NBC News - Jan. 7

Senate Majority Leader John Thune speaks at Jimmy Carter's service at U.S. Capitol

Senate Majority Leader John Thune delivers a eulogy for former President Jimmy Carter from the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Tuesday.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Jimmy Carter to be honored in service at U.S. Capitol

Republicans and Democrats in Washington, D.C., have united to honor former President Jimmy Carter as his casket heads to Capitol Hill to lie in state. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more on the plans.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Meta ends third-party fact-checking scheme as it prepares for return of Trump

Facebook owner to copy community notes pioneered by Elon Musk’s X

Financial Times - Jan. 7

New migrant caravan heads toward US as Trump return draws closer

The Mexican government recently announced it will open 25 new shelters to house deported migrants.

The Hill - Jan. 7

Jan. 6 accountability falters as Trump return nears

The prospect of accountability for President-elect Trump and those who played a role in the storming of the Capitol is dimming as he’s set to take office and the GOP garners control of Washington — ...

The Hill - Jan. 5

U.S. Postal Service worker fatally stabbed inside NYC deli, reportedly over food dispute

A New York City woman was arrested in connection to the alleged fatal stabbing of a U.S.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Nick Clegg leaves Meta ahead of Trump's return as US president

He will be replaced by Republican Joel Kaplan, a former White House deputy chief of staff under President Bush.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Why Trump should thank Mitch McConnell on Inauguration Day

President Donald J. Trump's swearing-in on Inauguration Day comes amidst controversy, as half of voters celebrate his declaration of a "golden age" while the other half are aghast at his erratic ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Pulisic return gives U.S. big presence in Super Cup

United States attacker Christian Pulisic appears to be healthy again following injuries to his calf and ankle and could return for AC Milan against Juventus in the Italian Super Cup semifinals on ...

ESPN - Jan. 3

New Republican Congress to begin laying the groundwork for Trump's return

Congress starts a new session Friday with Republicans taking the majority in the House and Senate, electing a speaker and preparing for a second Trump administration.