Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to Testify on State of the Economy
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Kevin Warsh, floated as Trump Fed chief, says Powell is ‘goosing’ the economy
While U.S. allies and adversaries may be impressed by the growth in the stock market and overall U.S. economic growth, “I wouldn’t say they are overly impressed by the U.S. economic engine,” he said.MarketWatch - Business - Donald Trump -
Federal Reserve Expected to Cut Rates, Lift Biden's Prospects
A midyear cut could lower borrowing costs and drop mortgage rates ahead of the election.Inc. - Business - Federal Reserve -
The weakest links in the global economy are on the mend
Some of the most prominent beleaguered nations are now carrying out radical reformsFinancial Times - Business -
Florida Democrats boot 2 county party chairs
The Florida Democratic Party on Sunday ousted two county party chairs, including the party chair of Miami-Dade County, in a contentious seven-hour meeting that follows a series of recent election defeats. The 120-member party central committee ...The Hill - Politics - Florida -
Forecasts for German economy see stagnation, or recession, in 2024
Yahoo News - World -
An Economy Perpetually in Crisis Is Shredding Pakistan's Middle Class
The country’s political and economic turmoil is leaving middle-class people struggling and the poor battling to survive.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘Resilience’ of Belgian economy supports local start-ups
Main driver of growth is Flanders where sectors including life sciences and fintech are flourishingFinancial Times - World -
This Is the Best Way for Joe Biden to Talk About the Economy
He is defying 40 years of orthodoxy on the center-left.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Institute says German economy is "struggling" and lowers forecasts
Yahoo News - World - Germany -
Will Xi’s manufacturing plan be enough to rescue China’s economy?
The president has won praise for ending a credit boom, but trading partners now fear a flood of cheap exportsFinancial Times - Business - China -
Revised figures confirm UK ended 2023 in recession
Official data shows the economy contracted during the last two quarters of last year.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
GOP chair: Johnson ouster could empower Democrats with 'world on fire'
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) on Sunday warned that ousting Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) could embolden Democrats at a time of international turmoil. An ouster of Johnson is on the table after Rep. Marjorie Taylor ...The Hill - Politics -
Ronna McDaniel, Former R.N.C. Chair, Joins NBC News
Her new role as a commentator on NBC and MSNBC programs comes shortly after she stepped down as the leader of the Republican National Committee.The New York Times - Business -
Former RNC chair: Trump bond decision 'makes absolutely no sense'
Former Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair Michael Steele criticized the New York appeals court's decision to pause enforcement of the multimillion-dollar judgment against former President Trump and his company over deceitful business ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Cot, pram, high chair: When is it time to graduate to big kid stuff?
Yahoo News - World -
NBC dropping former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor
NBC News is dropping Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, according to a network memo, amid outcry from Rachel Maddow, Chuck Todd and othersABC News - Top stories -
Former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel axed by NBC after intense backlash
Severe criticism followed hiring as pundit of McDaniel, who headed Republican National Committee during Trump years. The former Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel is on her way out of NBC less than a week after joining the network, ...The Guardian - World -
NBC cuts ties with former Republican party chair McDaniel after backlash
Staff and viewers had voiced outrage over her support for Donald Trump’s false claims of fraud in 2020 electionFinancial Times - Business -
NBC News cuts ties with former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel
NBC News has reversed its decision to hire former Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel as a political analyst after network executives faced a chorus of fierce on-air criticism.NBC News - Politics -
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy discusses Baltimore bridge collapse
National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy speaks about the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, as the NTSB leads the investigation.CBS News - Top stories -
NBC News drops former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel
NBC News has dropped former Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel from her role as a paid contributor, following on-air objections from NBC and MSNBC journalists.CBS News - Politics -
New Democrat Coalition chair won't seek reelection in November
Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.), the chair of the New Democrat Coalition, will not seek reelection in November, she announced Wednesday. "As I look to the future, I am excited by the work and opportunities that lie ahead. We all have a role to play in ...The Hill - Politics -
Chair says Libertarians are 'confused' by RFK Jr.'s VP pick
The chair of the Libertarian National Committee said its members are “confused” by Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr. vice presidential pick, which he announced Tuesday. “I think that a lot of libertarians are a little bit confused over why he chose Nicole ...The Hill - Politics -
Trump mocks ex-RNC chair Ronna McDaniel for being fired by NBC
Ex-president makes remarks after backlash prompted McDaniel’s firing four days after hiring. Donald Trump mocked the former Republican National Committee (RNC) chair Ronna McDaniel, for her firing by NBC days after being hired as a political ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Trump attacks Comcast chair after McDaniel ouster from NBC
Former President Trump attacked Brian L. Roberts, the chair of NBCUniversal's parent company Comcast, after it ousted former Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor to NBC News this week. "The sick degenerates ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
NTSB chair: Hazmat containers breached during bridge collapse
The cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore was carrying dozens of hazardous material containers, some of which were breached during the collapse, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced Wednesday. ...The Hill - Politics -
Federal court upholds DeSantis-backed congressional map
The decision is a major win for Republicans in Washington — and Florida Gov Ron DeSantis.Politico - Politics -
UK found to offer worst-value housing of advanced economies
Think-tank says British pay more and get less than people in other economies with similar incomesFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
‘Strike Madness’ Hits Germany While Its Economy Stumbles
A wave of strikes by German workers, feeling the sting of inflation and stagnant growth, is the latest sign of the bleak outlook for Europe’s economic powerhouse.The New York Times - Business -
My plan to protect Americans’ financial privacy in a digital economy
The United States’ leadership in the global economy will continue to be driven by our core values of privacy, individual sovereignty and free market competitiveness that instill confidence in our economy and system of governance. Abandoning these ...The Hill - Politics -
Consumer confidence dips in March on more pessimism about the future of the economy
Consumer confidence fell in March to a four-month low as persistent inflation and the 2024 presidential election made Americans more anxious, a new survey showed.MarketWatch - Business -
What the cargo ship bridge crash in Baltimore means for the economy
The Port of Baltimore, the ninth-busiest for foreign cargo, closed on Tuesday after a cargo ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing its partial collapse.ABC News - Top stories -
Ireland’s economy forecast to return to growth, easing drag on eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.MarketWatch - Business -
Irish Economy Forecast to Return to Growth, Easing Drag on Eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Small Business Hiring Woes Show Signs of Easing as Economy Stays Strong
Survey data show a slight uptick in hiring at companies with 300 or fewer employees.Inc. - Business -
Bridge collapse to impact supply chain, economy as gateway to Baltimore’s busy port
The 1.6-mile long Francis Scott Key Bridge served as a gateway to the port of Baltimore. Experts say the port will lose millions of dollars each day that it is not functioning at maximum capacity, impacting the supply chain and consumers.CBS News - Top stories -
China's Xi meets American CEOs in bid to boost confidence in ailing economy
China's President Xi Jinping met with top U.S. executives in Beijing as his government tries to reassure foreign businesses about the economy.NBC News - Top stories - China -
How shipping containers can make or break the global economy
Global trade requires shipping containers. China is responsible for over 95% of shipping-container production, potentially making U.S. businesses vulnerable.CNBC - Business -
How Baltimore bridge collapse will impact economy, supply chain
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse will have an enormous economic impact on the Port of Baltimore. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on the potential financial losses.CBS News - Top stories