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Trump Claims the Economy as His Own Amid Voter Skepticism

Trump Declares Economic Ownership Ahead of Major Address At the outset of his second term, the president’s advisers suggested it might take up to a year before he could fully claim responsibility for the nation’s economic performance. However, during a Super Bowl Sunday interview weeks ago, Donald Trump stated, “We’re there now.” Amid Voter Skepticism, […]

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Donald Trump Threatens Trade Penalties in Bid to Strengthen the U.S. Economy

Donald Trump Criticizes Supreme Court Over Expanded Presidential Powers Donald Trump sharply criticized the Supreme Court of the United States, arguing that its recent decision unintentionally expanded presidential authority beyond what existed before. He described the ruling as misguided and damaging to the country’s global standing. Expanded Executive Authority According to Trump, the decision grants […]

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Rising Imports Push US Goods Gap to All Time High

US Goods Trade Deficit Hits Record $1.24 Trillion in 2025 The United States recorded a historic high goods trade deficit in 2025, according to data released by the Commerce Department. The shortfall in goods totaled $1.24 trillion for the year, slightly higher than the level reported in 2024. Overall Trade Gap Narrows Slightly When combining […]

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US Business Investment in Equipment Surges at Year End

December Sees Higher Than Expected Rise in US Core Capital Goods Orders New orders for key US-manufactured capital goods rose more than anticipated in December, signaling firm business investment at the end of the year. Core capital goods orders increased 0.6 percent, following an upwardly revised 0.8 percent gain in November. Economists had expected a […]

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Multimillion Dollar US Investment Targets Venezuela Oil Sector

U.S. Energy Secretary Announces Major Investments in Venezuelan Oil Sector US Energy Secretary Chris Wright toured Venezuela’s Orinoco Belt alongside acting President Delcy Rodríguez, signaling closer energy ties between the two countries. During the visit, Wright said the country could see a dramatic rise in oil gas, and electricity output this year. Over $100 Million […]

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Bangladesh advances new tariff framework with the United States

Bangladesh and US Set to Sign Reciprocal Tariff Agreement Today Bangladesh is scheduled to sign a reciprocal tariff agreement with the United States today in Washington. The deal is aimed at narrowing the trade gap between the two countries and ensuring continued access for Bangladeshi products in the US market. Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin […]

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Nuclear Talks Resume as US and Iran Agree to Meet in Oman on Friday

US and Iran Set to Resume Nuclear Talks in Oman Amid Tensions The United States and Iran have agreed to hold nuclear talks in Oman on Friday, following days of uncertainty and rising tensions. The meeting comes as President Donald Trump issued a direct warning to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Talks Set to […]

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After Months of Strained Negotiations, Trump Demands $1 Billion From Harvard

Trump Intensifies Clash With Harvard University Former President Donald Trump has escalated his ongoing confrontation with Harvard University, publicly demanding a $1 billion settlement as a condition for restoring federal funding. The demand comes after months of stalled negotiations between the White House and the Ivy League institution, signaling a sharp breakdown in talks that […]

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Important Feb. 4 News: Shutdown, Attempt, Talks & Markets

Government Shutdown Comes to an End President Donald Trump signed a large spending bill on Tuesday, bringing a three-day partial government shutdown to a close. The agreement provides funding for several key government departments, but creates another deadline ahead for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Lawmakers now have two weeks to agree on changes […]

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Trump Advocates National Election System in Appeal to Republican Leaders

Trump Urges Republicans to Push for National Control of Elections President Donald Trump has called on Republicans to move toward what he described as “nationalizing” the voting process, as his administration seeks major changes to election procedures ahead of this year’s crucial midterm elections. His remarks were made during an interview that aired on Monday. […]