Chinese networks use U.S. to launder billions for Mexican cartels
Chinese networks are laundering billions of dollars in drug cartel cash through the U.S. financial system, according to a new…
Alternative tax-hike ideas emerge to fund Illinois public transit
(The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers are proposing more options to address a $770 million fiscal cliff for public transit. …
Kamala Harris pro-union X post inspires major Labor Day backlash
An X post from former Vice President Kamala Harris on this Labor Day has generated hundreds of mostly critical comments. …
Speaker Mike Johnson says Shreveport ‘Democratic DA’ is to blame for high crime
When asked about crime in Caddo Parish, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said the "Democratic DA" is not prosecuting as…
Trump says he will sign executive order ending mail-in voting
President Donald Trump said he will be signing an executive order ending mail-in voting and requiring voter ID. …
Everyday Economics: Jobs report takes center stage in week ahead
The economy finds itself in an uncomfortable position where growth is cooling while inflation pressures intensify. The Fed's preferred inflation…
Legislator warns bad Illinois policy continues to hurt business investment
(The Center Square) – With businesses in Illinois now suffering on multiple levels, state Rep. Brad Halbrook argues it’s clear…
As summer ends, budget battles and investigations await
While Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer for many, it’s also the final day of Congress’ August recess,…
Trump’s tariff revenue in doubt after appeals court ruling
President Donald Trump's tariff revenue – a key source of funding for his political agenda and the GOP's priorities –…
Congress to face mounting pressure to act on future of D.C.
When Congress reconvenes following the Labor Day holiday, it will likely be pressured to extend Washington, D.C.’s state of emergency…
Trump says appeals court ruling rejecting tariffs ‘highly partisan’
President Donald Trump lashed out Friday night after a federal appeals court said he didn't have the power to issue…
DOJ urges federal judge to strike down climate change law
The Trump administration is asking a federal judge to invalidate a New York law that seeks to punish fossil fuel…