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Will Elon Musk be able to cut $2 trillion from US government spending?

The Tesla CEO claimed he could slash US spending by eradicating “waste”.

Musk draws skepticism with call for $2 trillion in spending cuts

Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s call for “at least” $2 trillion in cuts to federal spending is drawing skepticism from experts as the billionaire tech magnate cements himself as one of former President ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

If Musk and Trump want to cut federal spending by $2 trillion, they’ll have to come for Social Security and Medicare

Musk is talking big cuts. Something’s got to give.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

How Trump Superfan Elon Musk’s Plan to Cut $2 Trillion in Spending Could Mean Economic Chaos

The GOP candidate has spoken of making the billionaire CEO in charge of a ‘Department of Efficiency,’ but experts warn those dramatic reductions could mean instability and turmoil.

Business - Inc. - October 30

Will Democrats be able to claim the House majority?

With about 54 seats in the House yet to be called, Democrats are hopeful that they can claim the House majority by winning over swing districts in New York and California. In several battleground ...

You May Not Be Able to Outrun a Vampire Bat

Scientists put the bloodsucking mammals on a treadmill to understand how they get the energy to chase down their next meal.

Science - The New York Times - November 7

Mahomes 'able to move around,' won't be limited

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will not be limited in practice after injuring his ankle on Monday night, saying "it's a little bit sore" but "I'm able to move around."

Sports - ESPN - November 6

AirTag users will soon be able to share location with airlines

Ever use an AirTag to locate lost luggage? Soon airlines will be able to see your bag's AirTag location, too.

Mr. Musk Goes to Washington — With a $2 Trillion Agenda

Donald Trump tapped the tech mogul to co-lead an effort to slash government spending, but questions abound over how such an initiative would actually work.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

U.S. deficit tops $1.8 trillion in 2024 as interest on debt surpasses trillion-dollar mark

The shortfall was more than 8% from the previous year and the third highest on record, the Treasury Department said Friday.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Daniel Khalife van 'able to leave prison despite alert'

An ex-soldier accused of a prison escape was seen getting out from underneath a truck, a court has heard.

North Korea boasts of new ICBM able to reach the U.S. mainland

North Korea bragged of its recently tested new intercontinental ballistic missile, calling it “the world’s strongest,” a claim viewed by experts as propaganda.

DACA recipients are able to sign up for Obamacare for the first time

DACA recipients are able to sign up for Obamacare for the first time starting November 1 when the Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period begins.

Tenants may not be able to buy new council homes, Rayner tells BBC

Angela Rayner told the BBC restrictions would be placed on new social homes in England.

Powell and the Fed won't be able to avoid talking about Trump forever

The Fed chair dodged question after question at his news conference Thursday about his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Exxon CEO says Trump won’t be able to ‘unleash’ new energy production

President-elect Donald Trump campaigned on a platform to significantly ramp up U.S. oil production and bring down the cost of energy, but the head of the nation’s largest energy company is doubtful ...

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

The Quarter-Trillion-Dollar Rush to Get Money Out of China

Chinese residents, worried about growth, have been illicitly moving billions of dollars out of the country, using everything from crypto to fine art.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Global public debt will hit $100 trillion by year-end, says IMF

The IMF warned of the risks posed by unsustainable public debt levels.

Business - CNBC - October 23

Trump, Harris tax-break costs soar to more than $12 trillion

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been proposing a slew of new tax cuts and credits over the course of their campaigns, and are even adding to the list in the ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Beijing considers $1.4 trillion borrowing increase to support economy: Reuters

Fresh stimulus would help local authorities resolve off balance-sheet debt

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

China Reveals $1.4 Trillion Plan to Bail Out Local Governments

The support package came after smaller measures were announced to jump-start growth. Economists said it was not big enough to address China’s sluggish economy.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Tesla surpasses $1 trillion in valuation in the wake of Trump's victory

Tesla returned to the $1 trillion club Friday, after its stock surged in the days following Donald Trump's presidential election victory.

Countries Weigh How to Raise Trillions for Climate Crisis at COP29

Low-income countries need at least $1 trillion a year to manage climate change. Donald Trump’s victory just made that more difficult, but options exist.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Meet the unwilling faces of GOP anti-trans ads: ‘I haven’t been able to sleep’

Former President Trump and Republican congressional candidates have blanketed the nation with campaign ads critical of transgender rights, painting their Democratic opponents as radical for ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Aaron Judge's legacy took a hit in World Series with no guarantee Yankees star will be able to redeem himself

The presumptive AL MVP was practically an empty roster spot in October once again

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Trump just might be able to impose higher tariffs without starting a trade war

The president-elect’s trade policies are still uncertain. But here are some potential pros and cons.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 hours ago

Trump and Harris would add trillions to the national debt. Here’s why it could lead to higher costs for households.

The combined cost in new debt of former President Donald Trump’s and Vice President Kamala Harris’s tax and spending proposals would dwarf those put forward in previous election cycles, according ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt

Authorities in Beijing have ramped up stimulus announcements since late September in an effort to bolster its flagging economy.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Tesla hits $1 trillion market cap as stock rallies after Trump win

Shares of Tesla climbed in afternoon trading Friday, pushing the electric vehicle maker's market cap past $1 trillion.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Tesla’s market cap hits $1 trillion after another Trump-fueled jump for the stock

Tesla Inc.’s market valuation hit $1 trillion on Friday, after a post-election rally lifted the electric-vehicle maker’s stock by more than 25% on hopes the incoming Trump administration could ...

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Credit card debt hits record $1.17 trillion, New York Fed research shows

Credit card balances rose in the third quarter of 2024, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Americans’ $1 trillion credit-card debt problem is inching in the right direction as inflation eases

Americans are still building up their credit-card balances, but they’re doing a better job paying those bills on time — and it could be sign that inflation’s bite is easing.

Business - MarketWatch - 15 hours ago

Crypto Industry Pushes Policy Change Agenda as Global Investment Tops $3.2 Trillion

Crypto companies want the Trump administration to promote digital assets and can expect a friendlier regulatory climate. The U.S. election has pushed global crytpo totals to record highs.

Business - Inc. - 11 hours ago

Titans cutting Jamal Adams

Jamal Adams' brief tenure in Tennessee is coming to an end.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters

Slowdown prompts shift to 50bp reduction, with rate-setters saying borrowing costs are likely to fall further

World - Financial Times - October 23

OPEC extends oil output cuts

The OPEC bloc of oil-producing nations announced Monday that it will extend oil production cuts through the end of 2024, spurring a 2 percent increase in the price of U.S. benchmark West Texas ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Latest in Able Cut Trillion

Will Elon Musk be able to cut $2 trillion from US government spending?

Musk draws skepticism with call for $2 trillion in spending cuts

If Musk and Trump want to cut federal spending by $2 trillion, they’ll have to come for Social Security and Medicare

How Trump Superfan Elon Musk’s Plan to Cut $2 Trillion in Spending Could Mean Economic Chaos

Will Democrats be able to claim the House majority?

You May Not Be Able to Outrun a Vampire Bat

Mahomes 'able to move around,' won't be limited

AirTag users will soon be able to share location with airlines

Mr. Musk Goes to Washington — With a $2 Trillion Agenda

U.S. deficit tops $1.8 trillion in 2024 as interest on debt surpasses trillion-dollar mark

Daniel Khalife van 'able to leave prison despite alert'

North Korea boasts of new ICBM able to reach the U.S. mainland

DACA recipients are able to sign up for Obamacare for the first time

Tenants may not be able to buy new council homes, Rayner tells BBC

Powell and the Fed won't be able to avoid talking about Trump forever

Exxon CEO says Trump won’t be able to ‘unleash’ new energy production

The Quarter-Trillion-Dollar Rush to Get Money Out of China

Global public debt will hit $100 trillion by year-end, says IMF

Trump, Harris tax-break costs soar to more than $12 trillion

Beijing considers $1.4 trillion borrowing increase to support economy: Reuters

China Reveals $1.4 Trillion Plan to Bail Out Local Governments

Tesla surpasses $1 trillion in valuation in the wake of Trump's victory

Countries Weigh How to Raise Trillions for Climate Crisis at COP29

Meet the unwilling faces of GOP anti-trans ads: ‘I haven’t been able to sleep’

Aaron Judge's legacy took a hit in World Series with no guarantee Yankees star will be able to redeem himself

Trump just might be able to impose higher tariffs without starting a trade war

Trump and Harris would add trillions to the national debt. Here’s why it could lead to higher costs for households.

China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt

Tesla hits $1 trillion market cap as stock rallies after Trump win

Tesla’s market cap hits $1 trillion after another Trump-fueled jump for the stock

Credit card debt hits record $1.17 trillion, New York Fed research shows

Americans’ $1 trillion credit-card debt problem is inching in the right direction as inflation eases

Crypto Industry Pushes Policy Change Agenda as Global Investment Tops $3.2 Trillion

Titans cutting Jamal Adams

Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters

OPEC extends oil output cuts

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