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Economy

Data Shows Notable Drop in U.S. Consumer Price Index as of January 2, 2026

Recent economic indicators show a significant drop in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI), suggesting forthcoming changes in Federal Reserve monetary policy. According...

Economy

Federal Minimum Wage Stays the Same for 16th Year as Billionaire Wealth Increases

As of January 2, 2026, the federal minimum wage in the United States remains locked at $7.25 per hour, unchanged for 16 consecutive...

World

Trump Designates Christmas Eve and the Day After Christmas as Federal Holidays for 2025

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order designating December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 26 (the day after Christmas) as federal holidays...

Economy

Federal Reserve’s $40 Billion Treasury Bill Acquisitions Target Year-End Liquidity ilization

The Federal Reserve has launched a $40 billion monthly Treasury bill purchase program to enhance market liquidity and manage short-term interest rates effectively....

Economy

Federal Reserve Restarts T-Bill Acquisitions to Alleviate Money Market Pressures

The Federal Reserve has begun purchasing short-term Treasury bills to address liquidity strains in the money markets, starting December 12, 2025, with investments...

Metro

Supreme Court Indicates Support for Trump’s Control Over Independent Agencies

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently considering a significant case that could alter the relationship between the executive branch and independent federal agencies....

World

House Approves Measure to Reinstate Bargaining Rights for Federal Employees

In a notable bipartisan effort, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Protect America's Workforce Act with a vote of 231-195, aiming to...

Economy

Federal Reserve lowers primary interest rate, anticipates improved economy next year

The Federal Reserve has lowered its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 3.6%, marking its third consecutive reduction. This decision highlights...

Economy

Dow Jones Declines by 800 Points Due to Uncertainty Over Federal Rate Cuts

Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a significant decline, dropping 797.60 points, or 1.65%, to close at 47,457.22. This marked its steepest daily drop...

World

Federal Offices Resume Operations Following End of Government Shutdown

The United States government has officially ended a 43-day shutdown, allowing for the reopening of federal offices across the nation. President Donald Trump...