Mercedes to produce new vehicle at Alabama plant
Mercedes-Benz said Thursday that it will add a “core segment” vehicle line to its Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant by 2027. The factory is currently manufacturing SUVs, and the company did not specify which models to be added. The move follows President Trump's rise in tariffs on steel, aluminum and foreign-made auto parts. The president says he […]
Trump switches up economic message as voters, markets tremble
President Trump has switched his message about the economy as he continues to grow from voters and even fellow Republicans about his trade agenda. Trump has acknowledged the pain the US economy could face under sudden import taxes after months of expressing unashamed confidence in his plan to charge cleaning fees. The latest economic blow […]
Stephen Miller claims Americans likely 'willing to pay more' for US-made dolls
Top White House aide Stephen Miller on Thursday argued that Americans are likely to “pay more” for American-made dolls. On Wednesday, President Trump said children could have fewer toys amid high tariffs on trading partners. “You know, someone said, 'Oh, shelves, they're going to be open.' Well, maybe the kids will have two dolls instead […]
Trump Media moves incorporation to Florida
Trump Media and Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social, announced Thursday that it would move its founding in Florida and become the latest company to leave a popular Delaware company. The move was approved by Trump Media shareholders at its annual general meeting on Wednesday, according to a press release. “We are excited […]
Duffy unveils air traffic controller recruitment, retention program
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has launched a new cash incentive program aimed at recruiting and retaining air traffic controllers. He announced Thursday. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offers a $5,000 bonus to all academy graduates and completes initial qualification training with new hires. Academy alumni allocated to 13 facilities facing additional employment struggles will win […]
Chamber of Commerce asks for tariff exclusions, warns of recession
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce raised concerns about the recession on Wednesday asking the Trump administration to exempt tariffs on certain businesses and products. “This Chamber of Commerce hears every day from small business owners who see their capabilities at risk due to recent increases in tariff charges,” said Suzanne Clark, president and CEO of […]
Americans expect tariffs to push up prices, shrink revenues: Poll
According to a new poll, Americans expect the Trump administration’s tariffs to cause higher prices, and believe their overall costs will be greater than their income increase. 89% of US adult respondents believe that tariffs will increase prices, while 70% believe that tariffs will cost more than what the tariffs bring. According to the survey […]
IBM investing $150 billion in US manufacturing
IBM announced Monday that it plans to invest $150 billion in the US over the next five years, becoming the latest major tech company to pledge large domestic investments during the Trump administration. The company said it would devote $30 billion to promoting US manufacturing of mainframes and quantum computers. “Technology doesn’t just build the […]
Fired Democratic credit union watchdog members sue Trump
Two Democratic board members of the National Credit Union Agency (NCUA) sued President Trump for fired them on Monday. The lawsuit is up to date It challenges Trump to fire the leader of an independent agency among federal officials, testing the boundaries of presidential power. Earlier this month, Trump fired two Democrats on the NCUA […]
House Republicans dive into details of Trump agenda bill
House Republicans are set to jump into the details of a vast bill this week filled with President Trump’s domestic policy priorities. At least five House committees are expected to convene when the meeting begins the early stages of the review process. The panel will vote on whether to move forward some of Trump’s agenda […]