Minimum wage workers in 19 states received higher hourly pay starting January 1, 2026, with additional states planning increases later in the year. Several states continue to rely on the federal minimum wage, which has remained unchanged since 2009.
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U.S. inflation slowed to 2.7% in November, down from 3% in September, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Economists say easing price pressures offer cautious optimism for both Wall Street and Main Street despite earlier data disruptions.
Former Senator Mitt Romney drew sharp criticism after endorsing tax hikes, means-testing Social Security and Medicare, and raising the retirement age. Critics argue the proposals repeat failed ideas and burden working Americans while slowing economic growth.
President Trump delivered a prime-time televised address blaming Democrats for economic pressures while unveiling a $1,776 Christmas bonus for U.S. troops. The speech mixed holiday messaging with campaign-style rhetoric as public concern over inflation and jobs persists.
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President Trump delivered a sweeping, forward-looking address to the nation, outlining massive tax refunds, a surprise warrior dividend, and an optimistic vision for 2026. The speech drew wall-to-wall coverage as Trump closed with a Christmas message and a call for unity.
By John Carney Trump, Waller, Bowman, and Dutta Vindicated as Jobs Report Implodes Powell’s Narrative The July jobs report was a disaster for the American…
The Trump administration has declined to disclose all of the deals it made with Abu Dhabi. By Will Porter The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has…
By Cullen McCue Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has continuously blamed the Democratic Party establishment for being out of touch with voters in the days following President-elect…
By Mark Gilman With the announcements that job openings have fallen to their lowest level in three years and that gross domestic product rose at…
By ALEXANDER MARLOW The Breitbart Business Digest (BBD) had the opportunity to sit down for an exclusive interview with a tanned, rested, and jovial Donald…
By Tim Brown This is why BRICS is becoming so important and what will be the final nail in the coffin of the US economy that ditched…
By The Washington Standard Many major global economies are shifting away from the United States dollar and the clues are there for those who know…
By Jennifer Sor The impact of a recession and a credit crunch could be that $1 trillion worth of corporate debt ends up defaulting, Bank…
By KARL EVERS-HILLSTROM and SYLVAN LANE A recent wave of surprisingly solid economic data reveals that the U.S. economy is in a far stronger position…
By Bob Unruh Joe Biden claimed, back in 2009 when he and Barack Obama were launching their government spending sprees, that, “‘You’re telling me we have…
By HNewswire Research shows that the economy is subject to “confidence cycles,” and when consumer mood moves toward the belief that a recession is on…
By JACOB BLISS Update: After the publication of this story, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer announced the House will vote on the omnibus package on…
By IAN HANCHETT On Wednesday’s broadcast of West Virginia MetroNews’ “Talkline with Hoppy Kercheval,” Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) stated that it is difficult to justify his…