Economic Policy - Page 2

LEE CARTER: The Fed finally raised rates. The real danger now for the GOP is what happens next

September 18, 2026

LEE CARTER: The Fed finally raised rates. The real danger now for the GOP is what happens next

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates as inflation remains elevated, leaving consumers caught between higher borrowing costs and rising prices.

US economy notches remarkable new record, sparking cheers: ‘Good job everyone’

September 17, 2026

US economy notches remarkable new record, sparking cheers: ‘Good job everyone’

Census Bureau data shows poverty hit an all-time low of 10.2%, yet 85% of Americans say their financial situation is worsening or unchanged.

Trump’s $5K checks could join stack of past unfulfilled promises, former Congress budget chief warns

September 17, 2026

Trump’s $5K checks could join stack of past unfulfilled promises, former Congress budget chief warns

President Donald Trump's $5,000 tariff checks and DOGE savings promises are unlikely to arrive, says former CBO Director Douglas Holz-Eakin.

Republicans just got a powerful new playbook for the battle for Congress. Here's what's inside

September 17, 2026

Republicans just got a powerful new playbook for the battle for Congress. Here's what's inside

First on Fox: Advancing American Freedom unveils over 100 proposals to cut housing, energy and healthcare costs ahead of 2026 midterm elections.

The Fed just threw a wrench in Trump's midterm economic message

September 17, 2026

The Fed just threw a wrench in Trump's midterm economic message

Kevin Warsh's first rate hike as Fed chair defies President Donald Trump's repeated push for lower borrowing costs ahead of midterm elections.

Trump’s beef import scheme wreaks havoc on fed-up red state cattle ranchers

September 16, 2026

Trump’s beef import scheme wreaks havoc on fed-up red state cattle ranchers

Cattle ranchers in red states say Trump's 300,000 metric ton beef import plan has caused market volatility and cost them significant money per head.

September 15, 2026

High-profile Democrat breaks with party, embraces key pieces of Trump agenda

Haley Stevens backs Trump administration policies on critical minerals, data centers and public equity stakes in high-growth industries like Intel.

AMB GORDON SONDLAND: Canada doesn't need Europe. It needs a new economic deal with America

September 15, 2026

AMB GORDON SONDLAND: Canada doesn't need Europe. It needs a new economic deal with America

The United States and Canada need a new North American economic compact spanning energy, automotive manufacturing, banking and critical minerals.

Forget paying your ‘fair share’ of taxes. Here are 5 ways politicians want even more

September 15, 2026

Forget paying your ‘fair share’ of taxes. Here are 5 ways politicians want even more

Five ways Washington wants even more from top earners, from capital gains tax hikes and wealth taxes to estate tax changes and sneaky surtaxes.

Republicans need a Reagan-style vision to win the battle over America's future

September 14, 2026

Republicans need a Reagan-style vision to win the battle over America's future

Trump economy shows strong jobs report and rising wages, but the GOP needs Reagan's optimism playbook to win the midterms, not just statistics.