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Trump’s Pre-State of the Union Polling Numbers Among the Worst He’s Ever Had
Trump receives negative marks on the economy, foreign policy matters, his handling of immigration, and more.
Trump Attacks Justices as “Unpatriotic and Disloyal” After Tariffs Ruling
Allowing the tariffs to stand would be a “transformative expansion” of unchecked presidential powers, the court ruled.
Grassroots Organizers in Wisconsin Offer Blueprint for Beating Back Data Centers
Private equity firms are investing heavily in new AI data centers, but local communities are finding ways to fight back.
January Jobs Report Gains Mask Year of Downward Job Revisions
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans disapprove of how Trump has handled the economy, a new poll shows.
A Majority of Americans View Trump’s First Year as a Failure, Polls Show
Most surveys show Trump's net approval rating in the negatives — and by double digits.
“I Did Do That?” Trump Forgets He Promised to Pay Americans Tariff “Dividends”
Trump has pledged to spend tariff revenues on various projects, including funding child care and helping farmers.
2025 Was the Worst Non-Recession Year for Jobs Growth Since 2003
Jobs this past year grew at a rate 70 percent slower than the year before Trump took office.
The US Economy Is Becoming Highly Dependent on a New and Untested AI Industry
Some AI companies are using techniques and financial products seen in the run-up to the great financial crisis of 2008.
Instacart Reportedly Using Secret AI-Powered Dynamic Pricing to Jack Up Prices
In an experiment, investigators found that the same grocery basket at a Seattle store cost between $114 and $124.
Trump Prioritizes Golf Upgrades at Joint Base Andrews as Inflation Concerns Grow
The Trump administration hasn't provided any details on how the project will be paid for.