Rally against rent gouging in WA
Washington rents are some of the highest in the United States. Now, a policy that would prohibit rent increases of more than 7% passed in the house this week and now heads to the senate.
Dolly Parton's 'Imagination Library' at risk of being cut in WA
A program started by Dolly Parton to bring thousands of kids across the United States free books is now at risk of being cut in Washington state.
DOGE proposes cutting US IRS workforce by another 20%
The US DOGE Department is proposing to cut the IRS workforce by an additional 7,000 employees, on top of the 10,000 that have already been fired or taken voluntary buy outs.
Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wines
President Trump is threatening a 200% tariff on European wine, champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with their tariff threats on American whiskey.
Wall Street reacts to new round of US tariffs
Joining Good Day Seattle is the Dean of Albers School of Business and Economics at Seattle University to discuss the stock market and how tariffs are impacting it.
US Department of Education to cut nearly half its staff
The U.S. Department of Education is cutting its workforce nearly in half. More than 1,300 employees have been told they're being laid off. Newly confirmed Education Secretary Linda McMahon said it's all part of President Trump's plan to abolish the agency.
Canada, European Union announce countermeasures to U.S. tariffs
US President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are in effect. In response, Canada announced $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs. The European Union announces retaliatory trade action, saying duties on industrial and agricultural products will go into effect on April 1.
CPI Report: February inflation rises, but not as high as predicted
Inflation in February rose just below 3% from a year ago. That's slightly lower than what economists predicted, giving some relief as consumers and businesses brace for the impact tariffs will have.
Stocks drop as recession fears grow, government shutdown looms
The big sell-off continues on Wall Street after the DOW had its worst day of the year, closing nearly 900 points down on Monday.
Trump backtracks on Mexico, Canada tariffs
Trump announced he will delay certain tariffs on both Mexico and Canada amid widespread concerns of economic fallout.
Trump to meet with Mexico's president to discuss tariffs
On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump is set to talk with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum about the tariffs.
Trump's address to Congress: Analysis by historian, constitutional expert
President Donald Trump gave his first address to a joint session of Congress since returning to office. He laid out his plans for the 'Renewal of the American Dream.' Joining Good Day Seattle for an in-depth analysis of Trump's remarks is historian and constitutional expert, Seattle University School of Law professor Andrew Siegel.
Business leader on Canada tariff impacts in Bellingham, WA
The CEO and President of the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce joins Good Day Seattle to talk about how the tariffs between Canada and the U.S. are currently impacting business in Washington state.
"Trump doubles tariffs on China; China retaliates with tariffs on U.S. goods
United States President Donald Trump doubled the tariff on Chinese imports, bringing that rate to 20%. China retaliated by announced 15% tariffs on various imports from the U.S.
Mexico to launch new tariffs against US products
Mexico just announced it would set tariffs on the United States. This is in response to President Donald Trump's new 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada.
Economic Blackout: Why some are protesting major retailers
On Friday, Feb. 28, there was a call for a 24-hour "economic blackout" to protest the alleged malign influence of billionaires, big corporations and both major political parties on the lives of working Americans.
How cutting Medicaid will impact US
Medicaid is a healthcare program that covers 72 million Americans. In the latest congressional budget bill, lawmakers are seeking to make deep cuts to federally funded programs in the U.S. Medicaid is one of those programs.
US and Ukraine agree to terms on minerals deal
After pressure from the Trump administration, Ukraine agreed to a deal that allows the U.S. to mine one of its natural resources in exchange for the construction of a reconstruction fund and possible security guarantees - which will be negotiated later.
US companies adding surcharges on egg orders
Denny's is the latest restaurant to add an egg charge after a nationwide shortage caused by the bird flu.
New US social security benefit claims for millions
More than 3 million Social Security benefit recipients will receive retroactive payments.