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’s France Trip Ends with Controversial Iran Deal
President Trump wrapped up meetings in France following the G7 summit with a major focus on the Middle East.
Fed Holds Rates Steady but Signals Tougher Road Ahead
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its June meeting, the first chaired by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.
Britain to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to prohibit children under 16 from accessing major social media platforms.
White House Says Iran Deal is Nearly Complete
The White House signaled that a U.S.-Iran agreement is nearing completion, with President Trump stating that the deal is effectively “signed” and awaiting.
Oil Prices Plunge as Hormuz Reopening Looms
Energy markets saw one of their biggest moves in weeks after news of the Iran agreement.
Trump Announces Preliminary Iran Peace Deal, Oil Markets Rally
President Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. and Iran have reached a preliminary peace agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and reopening the Strait.
Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Presidential Pardon in Dramatic Legal Gambit
Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has formally applied for a presidential pardon from President Donald Trump while serving a 25-year prison sentence.
All Eyes on Fed Chair Kevin Warsh as Rate Debate Intensifies
Investors are closely watching new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh ahead of his first policy meeting, looking for clues about the future direction.
Inflation Heats Up at Highest Rate in Three Years
The latest inflation report delivered a number consumers were hoping not to see.
Social Security's Clock is Ticking Faster
America's biggest retirement program is moving closer to a financial crossroads.
Oil Prices Surge as U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalates Again
Oil traders woke up to another reminder that geopolitics can move markets faster than earnings reports.
USDA Says Food Supply Remains Safe Despite New Screwworm Cases
Federal agriculture officials are seeking to reassure consumers after additional cases of New World screwworm were identified in Texas.
Iran Declares End to Military Operations Against Israel
Iran says it has concluded its current military operations against Israel following a new round of missile exchanges that threatened to unravel a ceasefire.
Treasury Tells Banks to Watch for Immigration-Related Financial Fraud
The Treasury Department has issued new guidance urging banks to identify potential financial crimes connected to unauthorized employment and immigration.
Senate Approves $70 Billion Boost for Immigration Enforcement
The U.S. Senate has approved legislation providing roughly $70 billion in new funding for immigration enforcement operations.
House Delivers Rare Bipartisan Rebuke on Iran War Powers
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a measure requiring congressional authorization for continued military action against Iran.
New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Begins Remaking the Central Bank
New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has begun assembling his leadership team, signaling the start of a potentially significant shift in U.S. monetary policy.
