How the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Tariffs Will Work—and What Products Are Targeted
Uncertainty surrounds the trade war touched off by Trump’s tariffs. But some of the basics are taking shape.
Rubio Calls ‘Status Quo’ at Panama Canal Unacceptable, as Trump Renews Vow to Seize It
Panamanian officials offer concessions on Rubio’s first overseas stop, but say they cannot negotiate on control of the ...
China’s Manufacturing Activity Grows At Slower Pace
A private gauge of China’s manufacturing activity expanded at a slower pace in January, outperforming the official index, ...
Trump’s Move to Put Tariff Hikes Ahead of Tax Cuts Has Spooked Almost Everyone
The president has an ambitious economic plan, starting with trade, and doesn’t appear interested in negotiations—yet.
Musk Moves With Lightning Speed to Exert Control Over the Government
The billionaire’s representatives gained access to a Treasury Department payment system and sensitive documents at USAID.
Trump’s Tariffs Usher In New Trade Wars. His Goals Remain a Mystery.
The president’s trade assault, which makes no distinction between ally and adversary, is an assertion of U.S. dominance with ...
Tariffs Spark Steep Declines in Stock Futures; Oil and Dollar Climb
The selloff offers an early glimpse of how Wall Street will respond to trade wars.
The Dumbest Trade War Fallout Begins
Canada and Mexico vow retaliation in response to Trump’s tariffs, amid new economic uncertainty.
Gavin Newsom Has a Water Epiphany
California’s Governor follows Trump’s order on water release with one of his own.
Biden’s Commutations Hurt Crime Victims
Despite his claims, the former president ordered many violent offenders released.
Rohit Chopra Is Ousted, at Last
Trump fires the Elizabeth Warren protege, and the CFPB could now be shut down.
Syria Has a New Government—or Does It?
Ahmed al-Sharaa has declared himself president, but the country is fractured among competing armed factions.