National

Lawmakers propose legislation to prevent Chinas global military expansion

Monday, May 19 by The Center Square

As China continues to expand its military presence worldwide, a bipartisan group of senators is introducing legislation to counter potential risks. ... Read More.

Everyday Economics: Housing market takes center stage in the week ahead

Monday, May 19 by The Center Square

The U.S. economy continues to send mixed signals as we navigate through May 2025. Last week's Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April showed inflation ticking up slightly after... Read More.

Former President Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer

Sunday, May 18 by The Center Square

Former President Joe Biden is bring treated for an aggressive form of prostate cancer that also has spread to his bones, his personal office announced Sunday. ... Read More.

Illegal fishing: Cartels expand criminal activity beyond drug, human smuggling

Saturday, May 17 by The Center Square

The modern cartels in Mexico supply the illicit drug market in America, but they've also shifted to new criminal schemes, diversifying into kidnapping, extortion, illegal mining, petroleum theft... Read More.

Homan: Border crossings down, arrests up, ICE finding missing children

Saturday, May 17 by The Center Square

U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan addressed a group of Republican lawyers at a national policy conference Friday about the status of President Donald Trump’s three primary goals on... Read More.

S&P economists say 90-day trade pact with China brings limited relief

Saturday, May 17 by The Center Square

A top credit-rating agency said the short-term deal the U.S. struck with China on trade is a positive sign, but only temporary. ... Read More.

House budget package expands pro-energy initiatives, reversing Biden policies

Saturday, May 17 by The Center Square

Energy policies included in the U.S. House budget reconciliation package represent a “significant shift in U.S. energy policy,” those in the Texas energy sector argue. ... Read More.

Moodys knocks down U.S. credit rating over continuous deficits

Friday, May 16 by The Center Square

Moody's knocked down the U.S. credit rating to AA1 on Friday, projecting Congress won't be able to reduce the nation's growing debt. ... Read More.

U.S. Supreme Court blocks some Alien Enemies Act deportations

Friday, May 16 by The Center Square

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday extended a previous block on President Donald Trump's plan to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members detained in northern Texas. ... Read More.

FDA to speed up U.S. food chemical reviews, add three to investigation list

Friday, May 16 by The Center Square

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday the launch of an updated systematic review process for chemicals already in the American food supply. ... Read More.