Politics
All the latest news stories about politics, from elections and law-making to the subtle shifts that change our lives—and our finances
Trump Media Partners with Newsmax to Expand Truth+ Streaming
Trump Media & Technology Group, owner of Truth Social and its streaming arm Truth+, has entered a global content partnership with conservative network Newsmax.
Pentagon to Emerge as Leading Shareholder in MP Materials
The Pentagon has agreed to invest $400 million in MP Materials via newly issued preferred shares convertible into common stock.
Trump Imposes 50 % Tariff on Brazil, Lula Pushes Back
President Trump has introduced a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, justified by U.S. officials as retaliation for Brazil’s prosecution of ex‑President Bolsonaro.
IRS Says Churches Can Endorse Political Candidates
The IRS has taken a significant step by filing a court brief arguing that pastors who endorse political candidates shouldn’t risk losing their tax exempt status
Trump Announces 50% Tariff on Copper Imports
President Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper imports, citing national security and the need to support key U.S. industries like electric vehicles & defense.
DOJ Charges Two in $650 Million OmegaPro Crypto Scam
The DOJ charged two men in connection with the $650 million OmegaPro crypto scam, which ran from 2019 to 2023 and promised investors up to 300% returns.
Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals
President Trump threatened to impose 200% tariffs on foreign-made pharmaceuticals, giving companies 12 to 18 months to shift production to the U.S..
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Japan and South Korean Imports
President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from Japan and South Korea, effective August 1st.
Reignited Trump-Musk feud burns Tesla investors with shares down 7%
Shares of electric vehicle maker Tesla tumbled 7% as the feud between CEO Elon Musk and Trump reignited over the weekend.
Wall Street falls as Trump pressures trading partners with new tariffs
Stocks fell on Wall Street as the Trump administration stepped up pressure on trading partners to make deals before punishing tariffs imposed by the U.S. take effect.
Secretary Bessent Warns of ‘Boomerang’ Tariffs on August 1st
The Trump administration is signaling a pivotal shift on tariffs, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Elon Musk Officially Launches New Political Party
Elon Musk has officially launched a new political organization called the “America Party,” filing FEC paperwork on July 5, 2025.
Trump’s ‘ Big Beautiful Bill’ Signed Into Law
President Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” into law on July 4TH, during a high-profile White House Independence Day ceremony.
Trump Wants Approval to Dismiss CPSC Commissioners
President Trump’s administration petitioned the Supreme Court to reverse a federal judge’s ruling that reinstated three Democratic commissioners to the CPSC.
Trump Announces New Trade Deal with Vietnam
President Trump has announced a new trade framework with Vietnam. The deal involves pausing reciprocal tariffs and agreeing to suspend duties on U.S. exports.
How a rift over regulation doomed the big bill’s ban on state AI laws
A stark disagreement over regulating AI in Republicans’ tax cut and spending bill is the latest tension among conservatives about whether to let states continue to put guardrails on emerging technologies or minimize such interference.
Zohran Mamdani Emerges Victorious in NYC Primary by 12 Points
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Queens assemblyman and self-described democratic socialist, officially clinched the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor.
