Trump names Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acting head of CFPB after firing Chopra

As Trump Heads to White House, Bolsonaro May Be Headed to Jail. Why?

Three reasons help explain why the two politicians have faced such contrasting fates.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Watch live: Treasury hopeful Scott Bessent testifies at Senate confirmation hearing

Billionaire investor Scott Bessent, President-Trump's pick to head the Treasury Department, will testify before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday morning. During the confirmation hearing, ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Bessent to tell senators Trump will usher in 'economic golden age'

Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Treasury, plans to tell senators during his confirmation hearing that the next four years will present an opportunity for an “economic golden ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Doug Burgum, Trump’s Interior Secretary Pick, Had Business Conflicts in Office

Doug Burgum, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick to be interior secretary, said he would sell some holdings if confirmed. He held on to his investments while running North Dakota.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

What Scott Bessent, Trump’s Treasury Pick, Might Get Asked Today

Scott Bessent, a billionaire hedge fund manager, will likely face tough questions on tax cuts and tariffs — and how bond markets might check his economic agenda.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Senate adds amendment to immigration bill named after Laken Riley

The Senate on Wednesday adopted the first amendment to the Laken Riley Act, as Republicans push for a legislative win to open the new Congress. The legislation in its current form would mandate ...

The Hill - Jan. 15

10-year Treasury yield pulls back aggressively after core inflation is light in December

Investors reacted to the latest inflation data.

CNBC - Jan. 15

Ex-Villa boss Ward named Republic of Ireland head coach

Former Aston Villa manager Carla Ward is appointed Republic of Ireland head coach, replacing Eileen Gleeson.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Less than 2 in 10 confident Trump DOJ will act fairly: Survey

Less than 2 in 10 Americans are “extremely” or “very” confident President-elect Trump’s Department of Justice (DOJ) will act in a nonpartisan and fair manner, according to a survey released ...

The Hill - Jan. 15

At OMB, some head for exit ahead of Trump, Vought

Several staffers with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) are heading for the exits before President-elect Trump takes office, two sources familiar with the matter told The Hill, amid ...

The Hill - Jan. 15

Treasury yields finish lower after mild producer-price reading for December

Two- and 10-year Treasury yields declined by the most of any 2025 trading session on Tuesday, after a tamer-than-expected reading from the December producer-price index.

MarketWatch - Jan. 14

After a Naming Contest, Cardea Joins the Celestial Ranks as a Quasi-Moon

The WNYC science program “Radiolab” partnered with the International Astronomical Union to solicit nearly 3,000 submissions. The Roman goddess of doorways and transitions won out.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Confirmation hearing for Trump's VA secretary pick delayed

The confirmation hearing for President-elect Trump's pick for the next the secretary of Veterans Affairs, former Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.), has been delayed by a week until Jan. 21. Sen. Jerry ...

The Hill - Jan. 14

Kalshi names Donald Trump Jr. as strategic advisor to prediction market firm

The president-elect's eldest son's growing business footprint now includes the prediction market platform that rose to prominence during the 2024 election.

CNBC - Jan. 13

Bessent to divest from assets on road to leading Treasury

President-elect Trump’s Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent has plans to divest from funds and other investments as he prepares to take over as the country’s top economic official. In an ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

FBI head Wray on Trump investigations

FBI Director Christopher Wray talks to correspondent Scott Pelley about Trump investigations.

CBS News - Jan. 12

Scott Bessent, Trump’s Billionaire Treasury Pick, Will Shed Assets to Avoid Conflicts

Financial disclosure forms show hundreds of millions of assets including property in the Bahamas and investments in Bitcoin and bets against China’s currency.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

California fires prompt acts of generosity among residents

Despite the catastrophic damage, all-encompassing stress and unhealthy air quality, many neighbors have stepped up to assist one another.

ABC News - Jan. 10

Treasury yields jump after US jobs report smashes expectations

Bank of America says ‘gangbusters’ figures will dash hopes for further Federal Reserve rate cuts

Financial Times - Jan. 10

10-, 30-year Treasury yields end at highest since November 2023 after strong jobs report

Yields on 10- and 30-year U.S. government debt finished at their highest levels in over a year on Friday after December payrolls data came in stronger than expected, reducing market expectations ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

10-year Treasury yield spikes to highest level since late 2023 after hotter-than-expected jobs report

U.S. Treasury yields jumped after December's jobs report was stronger than expected.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Raiders fire GM Telesco days after firing Pierce

The Las Vegas Raiders have fired general manager Tom Telesco after one season, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN - Jan. 9

Mexico’s President Pokes Fun at Trump With New Name for the U.S.

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico also said Donald Trump was ill-informed when he said Mexico was “essentially run by the cartels.”

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Can Trump Change the Name of the Gulf of Mexico?

Presidential naming powers usually stop at the water’s edge.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

House Republican: Gulf of Mexico name less important than Trump's actions

Rep. Austin Scott (R-Ga.) said President-elect Trump’s musing about changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America is less important than his actions in the region, particularly ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Trump wants to change Gulf of Mexico's name to "Gulf of America"

President-elect Donald Trump said renaming the gulf is "appropriate," blasting Mexico for the migrants crossing the southern border.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Houses passes immigration measure named after Laken Riley

House Republicans focused their attention on the border with their first bill of the year, passing legislation named after the slain Georgia student Laken Riley that would require detention of ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Trump says he plans to change Gulf of Mexico's name to "Gulf of America"

President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is planning on changing the Gulf of Mexico's name to the "Gulf of America."

CBS News - Jan. 7

Exclusive: McDonald's faces fresh abuse claims a year after promise to act

Workers at the fast-food chain tell the BBC they still face sexual abuse despite pledges to improve safeguarding.

BBC News - Jan. 7

30-year Treasury yield ends at highest since November 2023 after report of Trump tariff plans

Yields on U.S. government debt finished mostly higher on Monday as traders focused on a report about President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for applying tariffs.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Seahawks fire OC Grubb after missing playoffs

The Seahawks have fired offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb after one season, coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Monday.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Trump critic named new Washington archbishop

Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, a critic of President-elect Trump, was named the new archbishop of Washington on Monday. Pope Francis named McElroy, who is the bishop of San Diego, to replace Cardinal ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Pope Francis has named the first woman to head a major Vatican office

ABC News - Jan. 6

Jaguars fire Doug Pederson as head coach after three seasons; Jacksonville retains GM Trent Baalke

The Jaguars went 4-13 under Pederson in 2024 and 22-29 in all three seasons

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Pope Francis names the first woman to head a major Vatican office

Pope Francis named the first woman to head a major Vatican office. Sister Simona Brambilla will be responsible for all the Catholic Church’s religious orders.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Patriots Fire Jerod Mayo After One Season as Head Coach

New England is expected to pursue former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel, people familiar with the situation said.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Who will be the next Patriots head coach? 8 names to consider this offseason

For the second offseason in a row, New England is searching for a new head coach. Will Robert Kraft turn to another former Patriots linebacker to lead the team?

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Patriots fire Jerod Mayo: Rob Gronkowski blasts New England for cutting ties with head coach after one season

Gronk was clearly shocked about New England's move

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Patriots fire head coach Jerod Mayo after one season in New England

The New England Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo on Sunday, the team announced.

NBC News - Jan. 5

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