The current federal shutdown is a bad idea. How about doing something about it, Senator?
Donald Trump
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Tax system reforms rattle China’s super-rich
The changes mean more government revenue will come from the wealthy as the masses pay lower levies in 2019.
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U.S. silent as China tries to ease trade tensions in advance of new talks
Beijing’s pledges to open up its economy fall well short of Trump’s demands on alleged forced transfers of technology and theft of intellectual property, analysts say.
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Stocks continue volatile swing in year’s first day of trading
The Dow loses 398 points in the first few minutes after shaky economic news from China, then rebounds and closes slightly higher, a trend that some analysts expect to continue.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
No deal in sight as effects of government shutdown are felt
The Democrats say they will offer a bill to reopen the federal government, but Trump says he won’t approve it unless he gets $5.6 billion to build a wall.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump invites congressional leaders to border security briefing
The shutdown over funding for the border wall the president wants is now in its 11th day.
Posted inNation & World
Trump complains about ‘bad press’ over Syria as pace of U.S. exit is questioned
The president insists he’s merely making good on a campaign promise.
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Trump’s wall may not be as advertised, aides say
The president touted a border wall during his campaign and after the election, but advisers say whatever is built likely won’t be an actual wall.
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In his first visit to troops in harm’s way, Trump defends U.S. withdrawal from Syria
The president and first lady made an unannounced visit to Iraq on Wednesday. The two major blocs in the Iraqi parliament condemned the visit.
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Hannity’s ratings follow Trump’s, post-midterms
The Fox News anchor closely associated with the president is seeing a ratings slump, although he’s still the most popular personality on cable.