National

Trump replaces Consumer Protection Bureau head with Bessent amid defunding talks

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

Days after sacking the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, President Donald Trump has appointed Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent to temporarily head the bureau. ... Read More.

Rubio talks U.S.-Panama cooperation on migration

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

During his visit to Panama, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized collaboration between the United States and Panama in addressing regional migration challenges. ... Read More.

NPR and PBS funding in the spotlight as DOGE committee eyes cuts

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency has been aggressively identifying and eliminating a wide swath of federal spending since President Donald Trump took office. ... Read More.

U.S. stocks pare losses as Trump reaches deal with Mexico

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

A last-minute deal to avert tariffs on imports from Mexico and planned talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau eased worries on Wall... Read More.

Chinas mineral glut cuts EV costs, deepens U.S. reliance

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

A recent survey shows that China's mineral oversupply is lowering EV costs but increasing U.S. dependence on foreign materials just as President Donald Trump rolls back Biden-era EV... Read More.

Trump, Mexican president reach deal to delay tariffs

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the U.S. agreed to pause tariffs on imports from her country after agreeing to a border deal with U.S. President Donald Trump. ... Read More.

Trump says everyone against his tariffs is controlled by China

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

President Donald Trump said this weekend that critics of his tariffs are controlled by China or other countries, taking special aim at the Wall Street Journal after an... Read More.

More lawsuits filed two years after East Palestine derailment

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

Two years to the day after a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, causing a toxic chemical burn and concerns over two states, more lawsuits have... Read More.

Everyday Economics: How Trump tariffs could impact U.S. economy and the Fed

Monday, February 3 by The Center Square

In line with his campaign promises, President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China, effective Tuesday, Feb. 4. Imports from... Read More.

Trump declares national emergency at northern border

Sunday, February 2 by The Center Square

President Donald Trump on Saturday declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Canada border, citing an influx of human and drug smuggling coming from Canada presenting a national security... Read More.