National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $36,213,141,126,266.06 as of 5/29/25 Economy June 1, 2025 The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace and has shown no signs of slowing down, despite the…
Fast-food workers must work nearly an hour to afford meals they serve Economy May 31, 2025 Fast-food employees are struggling to afford necessities and a recent report shows they must work more than twice as many…
What will no taxes on tips cost in foregone tax revenue? Economy May 30, 2025 A key element of the tax-cut package that the Trump administration and congressional Republicans are working to pass got approved…
Texas lawmakers vote to gut booming hemp industry, sparking backlash Economy May 29, 2025 Texas is on the verge of banning nearly all intoxicating hemp products after the Republican-controlled state Senate and House of…
Trump threatens 25% tariff on iPhones, 50% tariff on EU goods amid trade tensions Economy May 28, 2025 President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to impose fresh tariffs on both Apple and the European Union, saying that the…
How much an Apple iPhone could cost if made in the US Economy May 27, 2025 President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a tariff on Apple for iPhones not made in the U.S., putting pressure on…
McDonald’s extending hours at most US locations this summer amid hiring surge Economy May 26, 2025 McDonald’s is extending its operating hours at most U.S. locations starting this summer amid an earlier decision to hire more…
Rite Aid files for bankruptcy for second time in less than 2 years Economy May 24, 2025 Rite Aid has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in less than two years. The drug store chain announced…
US furniture makers navigate a shifting global market Economy May 23, 2025 Trade tensions are hitting home for American furniture manufacturers. Many companies still rely heavily on overseas partners – especially in…
US trade deficit hits record high in March Economy May 22, 2025 The U.S. trade deficit grew to a record high in March after businesses stepped up their imports of goods in an…