The Dow loses 398 points in the first few minutes after shaky economic news from China, then rebounds and closes slightly higher, a trend that some analysts expect to continue.
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Mitt Romney asserts his independence, and Trump’s Republican critics see an opening
The incoming Utah senator writes an op-ed for the Washington Post criticizing the president’s character and calling his conduct into question.
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No deal in sight as effects of government shutdown are felt
The Democrats say they will offer a bill to reopen the federal government, but Trump says he won’t approve it unless he gets $5.6 billion to build a wall.
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Our View: Lagging enforcement paves way for tax fraud
The gutting of the IRS lets the rich dodge their obligations while the rest of us pay.
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Commentary: Press, politicians and voters: Time to do your jobs
As the 2020 election approaches, we must avoid mistakes that got us where we are today.
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Trump invites congressional leaders to border security briefing
The shutdown over funding for the border wall the president wants is now in its 11th day.
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Trump welcomes new year by tweeting to Americans to ‘enjoy the ride’
The president also uses Twitter to insult a retired U.S. commander in Afghanistan and praise a former aide with nationalist ties.
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Defense Secretary Mattis departs quietly, leaves uncertainty behind
The Pentagon is now entering a difficult period for U.S. troops as the president issues vague orders on withdrawal plans in Syria and Afghanistan.
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Commentary: Republicans should be alarmed by sign of intelligent life in the Democratic Party
Rep. Cheri Bustos is tasked with cementing the Democrats’ House majority in 2020.
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Trump complains about ‘bad press’ over Syria as pace of U.S. exit is questioned
The president insists he’s merely making good on a campaign promise.