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Senate Democrats struggle with funding dilemma as shutdown deadline looms
Senate Democrats are staring down a major dilemma as they agonize over how to handle the GOP’s stopgap spending bill in the face of a potential government shutdown by the end of the week. ...The Hill - 1d -
Morning Report — Dems between rock and hard place on stopgap
In today’s issue: The shutdown ball is firmly in the Senate’s court. The spending package passed the House along party lines, with one sole Democrat voting with most Republicans to pass the ...The Hill - 1d -
Thune 'open' to giving Dems amendment vote to help keep government open
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said Thursday that Republicans are open to giving Democrats an amendment vote on a monthlong stopgap funding patch in exchange for votes to help ...The Hill - 20h -
Watch: Trump meets with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte
President Trump is scheduled to meet with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte around noon EDT Thursday. The meeting comes as Trump demands that European countries spend more on their own security, ...The Hill - 20h -
House Democrats hold annual retreat under specters of shutdown and Trump
House Democrats are spending three days in Leesburg, Virginia, for their annual retreat to plan their path forward as a partial government shutdown looms and Republicans advance President Trump's ...CBS News - 13h -
Consumer prices fell in China in February and remain flat in a sluggish economy
Consumer prices fell in China in February for the first time in 13 months, as persistent weak demand was compounded by the early timing of the Lunar New Year holidayABC News - 5d -
Treasury’s Bessent Defends Tariffs, Warns of a Coming ‘Detox Period’
The Treasury Secretary says that “access to cheap goods isn’t the essence of the American Dream.” But being profitable to grow and sustain a business is.Inc. - 6d -
Lili Reinhart has never wanted to be online less than right now
After playing a content moderator in Uta Briesewitz's SXSW premiere 'American Sweatshop,' the 'Riverdale' star is ready to declare the internet 'not good.'Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Bourbon is out, patriotism is in - how Canadians are facing US threats head on
Across the country, Canadians are defiant in boycotting American goods and travel even as Trump promises another temporary reprieve.BBC News - 6d -
Trump’s Contradictions Are His Ultimate Cover: ‘You Can’t Pin Him Down’
President Trump’s shifting positions and outright lies have presented the American public with dueling narratives at every turn.The New York Times - 5d -
Late car payments hit highest level in decades
Americans are falling behind on their monthly car payments at the highest rate in more than 30 years.The Hill - 5d -
Can the US switch off Europe’s weapons?
Long hooked on American defence exports, allies feel buyers’ remorse over hardware dependent on Washington supportFinancial Times - 5d -
U.S. orders non-emergency personnel to leave South Sudan amid violence
The travel advisory level for South Sudan remains at Level 4, which means Americans should not travel to the African country.CBS News - 4d -
Canada's next PM Mark Carney vows to win trade war with Trump
The 59-year-old political newcomer says he will keep tariffs on US imports "until the Americans show us respect".BBC News - 4d -
British workforce assesses US backlash against diversity rules
Companies in American-owned groups are most exposed, although UK law will make it difficult to remove all safeguardsFinancial Times - 4d -
What will Trump mean for personal wealth?
Pension funds, retail investors and money managers are worrying about the future of American capital marketsFinancial Times - 4d -
Fighter jets again intercept aircraft near Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate
The North American Aerospace Defense Command said the most recent incident occurred Sunday.The Hill - 4d -
Tariffs could make some popular side hustles and small businesses harder to run: 'The expenses have already started,' CEO says
The Trump administration's China tariffs could have an unintended consequence, some CEOs say: a higher barrier to entry for American entrepreneurs.CNBC - 3d -
How right wing media amplifies Trump’s war on truth
Americans and people around the world are now experiencing the disastrous consequences of our becoming a “post-truth” society.The Hill - 3d -
With America First, the US can lead the world into a better future
International development is rooted in America’s greatness and goodness, and American strength is central to world peace.The Hill - 3d -
Trump says a transition period for the economy is likely: 'You can’t really watch the stock market'
Officials have spent the past several days bracing Americans for a slowdown that they say will lead to stronger growth ahead.CNBC - 3d -
Here's what to know about Social Security's new overpayment rule
The policy could lead to hardship for some elderly Americans, Social Security advocates say. Here's what to know.CBS News - 3d -
The Persians — Sanam Mahloudji’s moving, madcap saga of women in exile
A relentlessly entertaining exploration of Iranian-American immigrant life, longlisted for the Women’s Prize for FictionFinancial Times - 3d -
Why Ukraine hopes Trump minerals deal will win back US support
American and Ukrainian officials meet in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks and to revive a critical mineral dealBBC News - 3d -
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Tuesday
Delta and American both cut their earnings forecasts. Oracle showed the data-center buildout is continuing.CNBC - 2d -
Here’s how ‘DOGE’ cuts, safety fears and a slowing economy are combining to hurt airlines
American Airlines now sees a much bigger Q1 loss, and Southwest said less government travel hurt revenue.MarketWatch - 2d -
There’s no money to be made in Russia
American companies shouldn’t assume that a thaw in US ties with Moscow will make doing business there easierFinancial Times - 2d -
How to fix America’s broken healthcare system? Follow this country’s example.
Why copying Germany’s system would give Americans less costly, more efficient medical treatmentMarketWatch - 2d -
3 warning signs about the future of government oversight
Taken together, these three elements will show the American public whether the Trump administration is serious about federal oversight.The Hill - 2d -
Key inflation data set to be released tomorrow. Here's what to expect.
Consumer Price Index data on Wednesday will give Americans, and the Federal Reserve, another readout on inflation.CBS News - 2d -
Trump calls Tesla boycott 'illegal' and says he's buying one to support Elon Musk
Trump called Musk, the controversial leader of Tesla and a new government efficiency initiative, a "truly great American."CNBC - 2d -
Ukraine agrees to U.S.-led ceasefire plan if Russia accepts
The agreement came after more than seven hours of negotiations in Saudi Arabia between high-level American and Ukrainian delegations.CNBC - 2d -
China's Commerce Ministry held talks with Walmart after report on price cut demand, state media says
Chinese and American companies should "work together" to respond to U.S. "unilateral imposition of tariffs," Chinese state media said.CNBC - 2d -
'Tariffs break trust': How Trump's trade policy is putting pressure on U.S. farmers
American farmers could ultimately feel even more pain as a result of President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.CNBC - 1d -
A Tariff Pile-On Threatens to Escalate a Global Trade War
American trading partners responded swiftly to President Trump’s latest round of levies with countermeasures, creating more uncertainty for C.E.O.s.The New York Times - 1d -
L.A. Opera's silly 'Così fan Tutte' saved by the singing
L.A. Opera sets 'Così fan Tutte,' Mozart's sophisticated study of love and constancy, in a swanky American country club.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
EPA to review landmark finding that greenhouse gases threaten public health
Environmental Protection Agency to review a key 2009 finding by the agency that greenhouse gases pose a risk to Americans.CBS News - 1d -
Bondi's deadline passes on finding 2nd amendment violations of Biden's actions
Attorney General Pam Bondi is looking into whether Biden administration policies infringe on Americans' right to bear arms.ABC News - 1d -
U.S. influencer picks up baby wombat in Australia, sparks outrage
An American influencer visiting Australia has sparked outcry for picking up a baby wombat in a now-deleted Instagram video.CBS News - 22h -
7 ways to safeguard your money as the Trump administration weakens consumer protections
The onus is on Americans to wage their own fights against scams, rip-offs and bad deals.MarketWatch - 21h