Supreme Court allows Trump to revoke legal status for 500K migrants for now
The ruling affects migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela who have been allowed to live and work in the United States while their immigration cases play out.
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Trump administration moves to upend $37B affirmative action program
The program, which is funded by the U.S. government but administered by states, earmarks at least 10 percent of the federal funding for transportation infrastructure to women- and minority-owned contracting firms.
Elon Musk leaving Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government
Musk’s role working for Trump was always intended to be temporary, and he had recently signaled that he would be shifting his attention back to running his businesses.
Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law
The administration swiftly filed notice of appeal—and the Supreme Court will almost certainly be called upon to lend a final answer.
US government to have control in Nippon Steel-U.S. Steel deal, officials say
Combining Nippon Steel—the world’s 4th largest steel producer—and U.S. Steel—the world’s 24th largest—would create the world’s 3rd largest steel producer.
NPR sues Trump over executive order targeting funding
The plaintiffs claim that President Donald Trump exceeded his executive authority and denied them due process rights under the Fifth Amendment, while violating their First Amendment rights in three ways.
Trump wants to end internet-access program for senior citizens, veterans, poor
The Digital Equity Act was intended to fill gaps in broadband access for Americans of all stripes across the country. Trump has branded it as “racist and illegal.”
UPDATE: Trump announces ‘planned partnership’ between U.S. Steel and Nippon
The proposed acquisition, first announced in December 2023, was originally blocked by former President Joe Biden.
FTC abandons Biden-era effort to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The tech giant sought to acquire Activision Blizzard, maker of the popular “Call of Duty” video game.
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the goal is to have Apple bring more of its computer chip supply chain into the U.S.
Supreme Court allows Trump to fire independent regulators for now
Since returning to the White House, Trump has fired government watchdogs, members of the boards of independent agencies and rank-and-file federal workers, drawing multiple legal challenges.
Senate votes to block California’s rule banning sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035
California makes up roughly 11% of the U.S. car market, giving it significant power to shape purchasing trends.
House Republicans pass Trump’s big bill after all-night session
Central to the package is the GOP’s commitment to extending some $4.5 trillion in tax breaks, as well as spending cuts and work requirements for Medicaid and nutrition assistance.
‘No tax on tips’ plan part of GOP budget bill. Here’s what it does.
The proposal has widespread support from the public, lawmakers in both parties and employers who believe such a law will bring relief to the working class.
Home Depot says it doesn’t expect to boost prices because of tariffs
During the first quarter, Home Depot’s revenue climbed as customers spent slightly more on smaller home projects.
Senate advances legislation to regulate stablecoins, a form of cryptocurrency
The bill would aim to create a federal framework to regulate the stablecoin industry, which is currently governed by a patchwork of existing federal and state laws.
Trump’s big bill teeters as House conservatives demand more changes
House Republicans narrowly advanced the sprawling package in a rare weekend vote late Sunday, but just barely, as GOP leaders promise more negotiations ahead.
Trump’s big bill advances in rare Sunday vote as House conservatives negotiate changes
Republicans advanced their massive tax cut and border security package out of a key House committee as deficit hawks who had blocked the measure two days earlier allowed it to move forward.
Biden diagnosed with ‘more aggressive’ form of prostate cancer
Biden was seen last week by doctors after urinary symptoms and a prostate nodule was found.
Conservatives block Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill in stunning setback
Hard-right lawmakers are insisting on steeper spending cuts to Medicaid and the Biden-era green energy tax breaks, among other changes, before they will give their support.