U.S. economy shrank in first quarter; first drop in three years

Economic growth in the first quarter was impacted in part by a rise in imports as U.S. companies attempted to bring in foreign goods amid the enforcement of tariffs.

‘Common Cents Act’ would direct Mint to end production of the penny

New legislation - the Common Cents Act - was introduced this week to eliminate the production of pennies, which the Treasury says cost 4 times their value to make.

Is Amazon showing tariff costs? How Shein and Temu are handling Trump’s changes

President Trump’s tariff and customs changes have begun affecting how many Americans shop online. Here’s what Amazon, Shein and Temu are saying amid rising operating costs.

Social Security May payment schedule: Here's when beneficiaries will get their checks

Here is the May Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

How is the economy after Trump's first 100 days?

As President Donald Trump marks his first 100 days in office, he highlighted economic growth and falling inflation, even as reports show a slowdown.

State budget expected Saturday as WA legislative session enters final days

With Sunday’s end to the legislative session nearing, budget leaders said they have agreed on a proposal after negotiations to settle differences between the House and Senate.

California is now 4th largest economy in the world, new data shows

New data shows California has overtaken Japan as the 4th largest economy in the world, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.

Student loan payments set to resume
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In less than two weeks, millions of people will feel a financial hit they haven't felt in years, as student loan repayments are set to resume.

Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low

The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.

Who owns America’s debt? What to know amid an uncertain economic outlook

Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.

Americans' economic, financial expectations sink in April

A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d

Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook

President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?

New bipartisan tax proposal could give your family more money

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."

United Airlines calls economy ‘impossible to predict’ as Trump tariffs cloud business outlook

United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.

Report: Trump to end IRS Direct File program for free tax filing

The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.