U.S. proposes tariffs on goods from 60 economies after forced-labor review
USTR proposed new tariffs after a forced-labor review of 60 economies, starting a July comment period that could affect prices if finalized.
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Supreme Court lets Alabama use GOP-leaning map for 2026 elections
The Supreme Court’s stay keeps Alabama’s 2023 congressional map in place for now and leaves Aug. 11 special primaries on track in four districts.
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U.S. job openings rose in April, but hiring slowed as employers stayed cautious
April job openings rose even as hiring slowed, while the Fed said employment was mostly flat and consumer spending and prices stayed under pressure.
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United States under G3 geomagnetic storm watch for June 4-5 UTC
NOAA says a G3 geomagnetic storm watch could bring auroras farther south and brief disruptions to GPS, radio, satellites and power systems.
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D.C. Circuit narrows transgender-troop ruling, protecting current troops
A federal appeals court said the Pentagon’s transgender-service policy likely violates equal protection, but kept protection for current troops named in the case.
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CDC expands Ebola screening to four U.S. airports as travel rules tighten
CDC has tightened Ebola screening for some travelers from outbreak countries, routing them through four U.S. airports for extra checks.
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White House trims metal tariffs for farm gear, HVAC and some machinery
A June 1 White House proclamation lowers tariffs on some farm gear and HVAC products, while raising duties on other metal items and machinery.
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U.S. issues AI chip guidance to close export loophole for D:5, Macau buyers
BIS clarified chip export licensing for D:5- or Macau-tied buyers, and Senate Democrats are pressing for oversight and testimony on enforcement.
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Supreme Court sends immigration-judge speech fight back to lower courts
The Supreme Court revived the immigration-judge speech case on May 26, 2026, sending it back without ruling on the First Amendment claim.
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U.S. judge leaves Trump’s mail-voting order in place for now
A federal judge declined to block Trump’s March 31 election order, saying the challenge is premature while agency action remains pending.
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United States evening weather update: flash-flood and severe-storm risks spread tonight
NOAA says flash-flood risk tonight centers on Montana and western South Dakota, with severe-storm potential in the central Great Plains and more flooding risk Sunday.
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DOJ sues four states over undercover plates for federal agents
The Justice Department sued Maine, Massachusetts, Oregon and Washington over confidential plates for some federal agents, setting up a new legal clash.
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NOAA says Atlantic hurricane season looks quieter, but prep still starts June 1
NOAA sees a below-normal Atlantic season this year, but the forecast is not a landfall prediction — and one storm can still cause major trouble.
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U.S. inflation stayed at 3.8% in April as gas and grocery costs lingered
April CPI and PCE both ran at 3.8% year over year, while gas prices and softer confidence kept pressure on U.S. household budgets in May.
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Hyundai recalls 421,078 U.S. vehicles over braking software defect
Hyundai is recalling more than 421,000 U.S. vehicles after a front-camera software flaw could trigger unexpected braking and raise crash risk.
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U.S. jobless claims dipped again as layoffs stayed historically low
United States Evening Economy Update – Weekly claims fell to 209,000, reinforcing a cooler but still steady labor market as the holiday weekend begins.
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Supreme Court keeps mifepristone access in place for now
The Supreme Court’s latest order leaves mifepristone access unchanged for now while a Louisiana-led challenge continues in the courts.
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U.S. mortgage rates jump to 6.51%, squeezing peak-season buyers
Freddie Mac says the average 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.51%, pushing monthly costs higher just as spring homebuying reaches its busiest stretch.
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Federal Reserve opens comment period on proposed payment account for fintechs
The Fed is seeking comment on a limited payment account for eligible firms, a proposal that could reshape payments, competition, and oversight nationwide.
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FAA lowers controller staffing target in new national workforce plan
The FAA has cut its long-term controller staffing target to 12,563, a change that could affect flight reliability, airport operations, and planning.
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U.S. inflation climbed in April as retail sales kept rising
April inflation sped up to 3.8% while retail sales rose 0.5%, leaving households with higher costs even as consumer spending stayed resilient.
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Nationwide B. Braun IV recall flags two Lactated Ringer’s lots
B. Braun recalled two lots of Lactated Ringer’s Injection, 1L, after particulate matter was found in solution, prompting hospital safety checks.