Economy, Stocks

“Are Stocks Going to Crash if Donald Trump Wins and Republicans Control Congress? Here’s What History Says About Stock Market Returns When Republicans Win.”

“…There are two potential issues Wall Street and investors might have with a Republican-controlled Congress and Trump at the helm. To start with, Republicans may aim to pass tax reforms that would reduce corporate and personal income-tax rates. While people… Continue Reading…

Economy

“Biden visits his Pennsylvania hometown to call for more taxes on the rich and cast Trump as elitist”

“President Joe Biden made a nostalgic return to the house where he grew up in working-class Scranton on Tuesday, kicking off three days of campaigning across Pennsylvania by calling for higher taxes on the rich and casting Donald Trump as an out-of-touch… Continue Reading…

Energy

“Hot oil summer: Soaring prices threaten consumers and Biden”

“…The big picture: Average gas prices are up 24 cents per gallon over the last month to $3.63, per AAA, and summer driving demand typically puts more upward pressure on costs. Threat level: The Middle East crisis has already pushed up oil… Continue Reading…

Stocks

“Trump Media stock closes 21% lower after company reports $58 million loss for 2023”

“The share price of Trump Media closed trading 21.47% lower on Monday, hours after the social media app company tied to former President Donald Trump reported a net loss of $58.2 million on revenue of just $4.1 million in 2023. Trump Media & Technology Group shares plunged… Continue Reading…

Economy

“Biden okays $60 million in aid after Baltimore bridge collapse as governor warns of ‘very long road ahead’”

“Maryland Gov. Wes Moore warned Thursday of a “very long road ahead” to recover from the loss of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge as the Biden administration approved $60 million in immediate federal aid after the deadly collapse… The sudden… Continue Reading…

Economy, Energy

“8 states are planning to BAN the sale of gas-powered cars entirely – after Biden unveiled ambitious plans to phase them out by 2032”

“At least eight states are planning to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars in the next decade – and others are considering joining them. Only zero-emission vehicles can be sold in participating states beginning from the 2035 model year, according… Continue Reading…

Banking

“President Biden slams ‘reckless bill’ from Republicans to reverse funding for the IRS and its 87,000 new hires — here’s how it could affect you”

“President Joe Biden had included increased funding for the IRS in the Inflation Reduction Act to help the agency catch sneaky tax evaders — especially those high-earners who love to find loopholes. Advocates believe the increased funding could raise as… Continue Reading…

Energy

“Sky-High Electricity Is Biden’s New Pain Point Before Elections”

“For months now, high gasoline prices have been arguably the most visible political pain point for President Joe Biden. In most towns, they can be seen every few blocks on signs at filling stations. It’s the fundamental commodity Americans need… Continue Reading…

Economy

“…Trump unveils plan to reopen states in phases”

“As Covid-19 continues to spread across the US, President Donald Trump has given governors guidance on reopening state economies in the coming months. The guidelines for “Opening up America Again” outline three phases for states to gradually ease their lockdowns.… Continue Reading…

Economy

“The IRS changed the tax filing rule for Social Security recipients — why that’s a good thing”

“The rebate checks are part of the $2 trillion stimulus package President Donald Trump signed into law last week, intended to provide financial relief to Americans in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. People can receive a rebate check up… Continue Reading…