Nation and World Politics
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The Trump economy. The latest financial figures offer warning signs; White House says ‘best is yet to come’
Aug 02, 2025 7:29 pm - For all of President Donald Trump’s promises of an economic “golden age,” a spate of weak indicators this week told a potentially worrisome story as the impacts of his policies are coming into focus.
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Former Trump prosecutor Jack Smith faces investigation by Office of Special Counsel
Aug 02, 2025 3:42 pm - The U.S. Office of Special Counsel said Saturday it is investigating Jack Smith, the former Justice Department official who oversaw two federal prosecutions of Donald Trump, for potentially violating the law barring federal officials from political activity.
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The Biz Week That Was: Theater turns 100, Halal Fest builds bridges, and Trump delays tariffs deadlineAug 02, 2025 1:12 pm - Des Plaines Theatre turns 100 as ‘important connection’ between city’s history and present The last 100 years haven’t always been bright ones for the Des Plaines The...
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Trump calls on the Federal Reserve board to take full control of the central bank from Powell
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Trump orders US nuclear subs repositioned over statements from ex-Russian leader Medvedev
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What consumers can expect from import taxes as the US sets new tariff rates
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US envoy visits aid site in Gaza run by Israeli-backed group that has been heavily criticized
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Corporation for Public Broadcasting to shut down after being defunded by Congress, targeted by Trump
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Trump removes official overseeing jobs data after dismal employment report
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Wall Street slumps and bond yields sink following weak hiring numbers and new tariffs