U.S.-China Trade Talks Stall: Bessent Signals Need for Trump-Xi Intervention
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed critical insights into U.S.-China trade negotiations during a recent interview
May 30, 2025Section
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Imports Drag U.S. GDP Down, Jobless Claims Climb Amid Housing Woes
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and Department of Labor released key economic data today, signaling caution.
May 29, 2025
U.S. Q1 Profit Drop of 42% Reflects Business Preparations Ahead of Policy Shifts
Corporate profits fell 42% to $118.1 billion in the first quarter of 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic...
May 29, 2025
U.S. Restricts Critical Chip Design Software Exports to China, Targeting Tech Ambitions
The U.S. Department of Commerce has ordered major semiconductor software firms to halt sales to China without export licenses
May 29, 2025
Elon Musk Exits Trump Administration as Legal Deadline Approaches
Elon Musk announced his departure from Donald Trump’s administration on May 28, concluding a 130-day tenure as a special
May 29, 2025
Court Halts Trump’s Tariffs, Sparks Trade Policy Clash
A U.S. trade court on May 28, 2025, struck down President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, citing unconstitutional executive overreach.
May 29, 2025
Who Ruled America? Biden’s Aides and the Specter of High Treason
The specter of a new Watergate looms over Washington, with revelations about former President Joe Biden’s presidency.
May 28, 2025
SpaceX’s Starship Test Reveals Progress and Persistent Hurdles in Moon Race
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket from Boca Chica, Texas, on May 27, 2025, marking the ninth test of a vehicle...
May 28, 2025
Golden Dome Missile Shield Stirs Sovereignty Clash as Trump Links Defense to Canada’s Statehood
President Donald Trump offered Canada participation in the $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense system on May 27
May 28, 2025