S&P 500 Today: Johnson & Johnson’s Stock Rises; Universal Health Services’ Shares Fall

Key takeout The S&P 500 increased by 0.3% on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Johnson & Johnson’s stock rose after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly results. Universal Health Services saw its shares decline following a downgrade from BOFA analysts, who noted challenges related to recent healthcare legislation. The major US stock index experienced a rise on […]
Speaker Johnson uncertain about Trump’s ability to dismiss Fed chair

In light of reports suggesting that President Trump might seek to remove the head of the Federal Reserve, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) expressed uncertainty on Wednesday about whether the president has that power. “Can the president fire Jerome Powell? I’m really not sure,” Johnson, who has a background in constitutional law, told reporters. “Honestly, I […]
Mike Johnson tries to smooth over differences with Trump regarding Epstein documents

Johnson’s Stance on Epstein Files Sparks Controversy Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is setting the stage for a shift in his position regarding the release of government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender whose legacy continues to provoke debate. On Tuesday, Johnson urged the Trump administration to “put everything out there and let […]
Midday stock movements: Morgan Stanley, ASML, Johnson & Johnson, SolarEdge, and others

Market Updates: Stocks Movements and Earnings Reports In mid-day trading, several companies are making headlines due to notable changes in their stock performance. Starting with Morgan Stanley, shares dropped by 3.6% even though the financial giant exceeded second-quarter expectations. They reported earnings of $2.13 per share and total revenues of $167.9 billion, surpassing analyst predictions […]
Speaker Johnson: Musk updated phone number following disagreement with Trump administration

House Speaker Johnson Discusses Communication with Elon Musk Amid Trump Feud House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared that a lengthy text he sent to Elon Musk during a disagreement with former President Donald Trump ended up “in the ether.” This happened after he learned that Musk had changed his phone number, leaving him unable to […]
House Speaker Mike Johnson channels Trump, stating he has had ‘kind’ interactions with Nancy Pelosi as a ‘happy warrior’

Mike Johnson Mimics Trump on “Pod Force One” House Speaker Mike Johnson showcased his best impression of President Trump’s accent during a recent episode of “Pod Force One.” As he did so, he explained how the President dubbed a significant piece of legislation as a “big beautiful bill.” Encouraged by Miranda Devine from the Post, […]
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he is not planning to run for president

Mike Johnson Uninterested in Presidential Run House Speaker Mike Johnson has clearly stated he has no interest in pursuing a future bid for the presidency. In an interview with Miranda Devine on her podcast, Johnson remarked about his focus on his current responsibilities rather than any aspirations for higher office. “I’m not thinking about that,” […]
Elon Musk switched his phone number following a disagreement with Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson shares on ‘Pod Force One.’

New Phone, Who Dis? Elon Musk has reportedly stopped responding to House Speaker Mike Johnson after changing his phone number. This came after a heated response from Musk regarding the costs of a significant Republican tax and spending bill. Johnson shared with a reporter that he sent a detailed message to Musk, but afterward, he […]
Mike Johnson shares a frightening experience when his young kids nearly drowned shortly after taking on the role of speaker.

House Speaker Mike Johnson Discusses Near-Drowning Incident Involving His Sons In a recent interview on the podcast “Pod Force One,” House Speaker Mike Johnson opened up about a terrifying incident when his two teenage sons nearly drowned. This event occurred during a fundraising trip to Florida in Thanksgiving week of 2023. “They were pulled far […]
James Johnson changes his commitment from Georgia to Texas in a surprising move.

James Johnson Switches Commitment from Georgia to Texas Five-star defensive lineman James Johnson made headlines on Tuesday by changing his commitment from Georgia to Texas, marking a significant moment in the SEC landscape. The top defensive prospect in the country will now be part of the Longhorns’ 2026 recruiting class. Interestingly, this decision comes just […]