Economy shows strong rebound with 3% growth in second quarter
America gross domestic product—the nation’s output of goods and services—rebounded after falling at a 0.5% clip from January through March, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday.
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United States, China agree to work on extending the tariff pause deadline
China said the two sides had “in-depth, candid and constructive” discussions and agreed to work on extending a pause in tariffs beyond an Aug. 12 deadline for a trade deal for another 90 days.
Environmental Protection Agency moves to repeal finding that allows climate regulation
The proposed Environmental Protection Agency rule would rescind a 2009 declaration that determined that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare.
5-star stays and fine dining: Interest groups foot bill for congressional travel
Members of Indiana’s U.S. House of Representatives delegation and their staffers have accepted roughly $640,000 in privately sponsored international travel since 2020, an analysis of travel disclosures found.
Judge blocks Trump administration’s efforts to defund Planned Parenthood
In its lawsuit, Planned Parenthood had argued that it would be at risk of closing nearly 200 clinics in 24 states if it were cut off from Medicaid funds.
A Republican long considered conservative stalwart is facing challenge from the right
Texts accusing “Liberal Liz” Brown of betraying her conservative values have been flying in northeast Indiana—funded by a “social welfare” nonprofit that no one knows about or isn’t willing to divulge.
European Union defends US trade deal in face of mounting business criticism
The pact removes a major risk for markets and the global economy, given the transatlantic partners did $2 trillion worth of cross-border commerce in 2024.
US-China tariff talks might provide clues on possible Trump-Xi meeting
Top trade officials from China and the United States launched a new round of talks on Monday in a bid to ease tensions over tariffs between the world’s two biggest national economies.
Trump, European Union reach preliminary trade deal with 15% tariffs
President Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sought to paint the accord as “the biggest deal ever made,” but it was unclear if they were on the same page about how steel and other critical products would be affected.
DOGE builds AI tool to cut 50 percent of federal regulations
The tool has already been used to complete “decisions on 1,083 regulatory sections” at the Department of Housing and Urban Development in under two weeks.
As the ADA turns 35, groups fighting for disability rights could see their federal dollars slashed
The threat of cuts comes as the groups expect more demand for help after Republicans’ tax and budget law complicated Medicaid health coverage with a new work-reporting requirement.
Education Department to release billions in remaining withheld grant money
President Donald Trump’s administration had withheld $6 billion in funding on July 1 as part of a review to ensure spending aligned with the White House’s priorities.
Trump floats giving Americans rebate checks from tariff revenue
U.S. revenue from customs duties this fiscal year surpassed $100 billion for the first time, highlighting the higher tariffs Trump has levied in his bid to reshape global trade flows and bring more manufacturing to the U.S.
New conservative PAC aims to engage stakeholders on Indy’s issues
A new political action committee formed by prominent Indianapolis Republicans is bringing together some unlikely allies with the aim of finding “smart” solutions to some of the city’s problems.
Indiana LG’s office closures buck return-to-office order
Staff were allowed to work from home several times despite Gov. Mike Braun’s order requiring full-time office returns.
Governor calls for ‘full transparency’ on Epstein files
Chatting for just more than 15 minutes at the Indiana Statehouse, Gov. Mike Braun also praised Trump for his larger approach to immigration and border security.
FCC approves $8B Paramount-Skydance merger after lengthy review
The approval ends a more than 250-day-long review process marked by controversy and accusations of inappropriate political pressure.
USDA names Indianapolis among 5 new regional hub locations
The move is part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to root out inefficiencies in the federal government.
Energy Department cancels $4.9B loan guarantee for Midwest line to deliver green power
Plan call for the line to deliver electricity from western Kansas about 800 miles, across Missouri and Illinois and into Indiana, connecting there to the power grid for the eastern United States.
White House unveils AI policy vision meant to spur US development
The blueprint seeks to make American technology the foundation for AI worldwide while enacting security measures to keep adversaries like China from gaining an edge.