economy
Jerome Powell Says He Won’t Lower Interest Rates Until He Can Be Sure It Won’t Help Trump
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed Tuesday he will not lower interest rates until he can be sure it won't help President Trump.Trump has repeatedly called on Powell to resign, citing his reluctance to reduce…
Tax rises are the sensible solution to the Chancellor’s trilemma
The UK economy is limping into the second half of 2025. Growth is anaemic, inflation stubbornly high, and households are still feeling the strain. Some of this reflects global forces - volatile energy markets, President Trump’s tariffs,…
California Governor’s New Façade – The Stream
California Gov. Gavin Newsom wants it both ways. For months, he has portrayed himself as a moderate, sensible executive who hews closer to the center than other Democrats. Recently, he even pushed through legislation to reform the environmental…
HEY, INDIA — FAFO! Trump Raises Tariffs on India for Russian Oil Trade Deals
President Donald Trump announced Monday that he is “substantially” increasing tariffs on India, accusing the country of helping to fuel the “Russian war machine.” “India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much…