Economy & Markets — Archive
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Federal Judges Say Elected Officials Are Eroding Confidence in Judicial System
324 threats against federal judges have been recorded so far this year, according to the U.S. Marshals Service, as rhetoric from national leaders intensifies scrutiny of courts.
Thune Plans to Move Forward on Stalled $72B Budget Reconciliation Bill Wednesday
The measure would fund ICE and Border Patrol through 2029, with a marathon vote-a-rama expected to stretch into Thursday morning.
Canada Formally Requests 16-Year Renewal of USMCA Trade Pact
Ottawa faces pressure from opposition over economic performance as July deadline approaches for North American trade agreement
Half of the Nation Joins Federal Initiative To Welcome Christians Back to Foster Parenting
The $11.4 billion Trump administration program has gained bipartisan support across red and blue states, with Montana becoming the 25th participant Monday.
U.S. Job Openings Climbed to 7.6 Million in April Despite Economic Fallout From Iran War
The increase from March's revised 6.9 million surpassed economist forecasts of 6.8 million, marking the highest total since May 2024.
Pratt Brings LA's Economic Anxieties Into Primetime
Former reality television star Spencer Pratt emerges as a competitive candidate in Los Angeles mayoral race, drawing national attention to city's economic challenges ahead of Tuesday's primary.
AI Giant Anthropic Files for IPO, Plans US Stock Market Listing
The company behind Claude chatbot seeks to raise capital as AI valuations reach historic highs, with its most recent private valuation exceeding $965 billion.
Anthropic Files Confidential SEC Paperwork for IPO as AI Valuations Soar
The company behind Claude chatbot has filed for a stock market debut that could value the firm at nearly $1 trillion, testing investor appetite for AI firms.
Wheat Harvest Forecast Hits Lowest Level Since 1972, Raising Concerns About Food Prices
The USDA projects 1.56 billion bushels this year, down 21% from 2025, as drought and rising costs squeeze farmers across major growing regions.
Newsom's Budget Proposal Draws Fire From Left, Raises Alarms Among Fiscal Analysts
The governor claims a balanced budget while proposing cuts to education and immigrant healthcare that critics say mirror Trump-era policies.