Hemp industry remains in the weeds even after Senate takes loophole closure out of bill
The hemp industry's future is unclear as the Senate pulls language from its bill that would close a loophole, while the House keeps it.
WWE's premium live events headed to ESPN's direct-to-consumer platform
ESPN secured WWE streaming rights starting in 2026, moving events like WrestleMania and SummerSlam to its new DTC platform after a deal with the NFL.
Google commits $1B to train US college students in artificial intelligence over three years
Google launches AI for Education Accelerator providing free artificial intelligence training and career certificates to students at over 100 U.S. colleges.
NFL reaches deal to acquire 10% stake in ESPN
ESPN and the NFL announced a deal Tuesday, granting ESPN the league's media assets including NFL Network. The NFL will retain a 10% ownership share of the network.
Florida's new CFO makes big move to address property tax increases
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia announces audits of Broward, Gainesville, Orange and other counties to combat rising property taxes and government overspending.
Claire's files for bankruptcy again as teen retailer faces second collapse in seven years
Teen retailer Claire's enters bankruptcy again as the jewelry and accessories chain faces mounting debt, tariff costs and changing consumer preferences.
Are tariffs on European luxury goods threatening the industry? Luxury Bazaar founder weighs in
With tariffs threatening Swiss watch imports and luxury conglomerates, Roman Sharf, founder and CEO of Luxury Bazaar, analyzes the ripple effects and revisits the Trump sneaker craze.
Fed missed a 'golden opportunity' to cut interest rates, investor says
UBS managing director and senior portfolio manager Jason Katz explains why the Federal Reserve should have cut interest rates last week on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump accuses Schumer of 'political extortion' over Senate confirmations
Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., discusses whether Democrats are delaying President Donald Trump's Senate nominees in exchange for money on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump hits India with 25% tariff over Russia oil purchases
President Donald Trump imposes 25% tariff on Indian imports through executive order citing the country's purchases of Russian oil amid Ukraine war.
NioCorp Developments CEO details purchase of key land parcels in partnership with US Defense
Mark Smith, NioCorp Developments Chairman and CEO, discusses the company’s purchase of key land parcels for the critical minerals project in partnership with the Defense Department on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump has time to play ‘hard ball’ with Russia over Ukraine war, expert says
The Bear Traps Report founder Larry McDonald breaks down India’s role in the Russia-Ukraine war and predicts the administration’s next pick for Fed chair.
Texas Dems are playing ‘political games’ with latest move, GOP rep says
Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Mich., discusses the benefits of pro-growth bills during her manufacturing tour as Texas' redistricting fight intensifies with Democrats fleeing state.
Weekend negotiations collapse causes Senate GOP to reconsider confirmation rules
Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., discusses the Texas redistricting battle and the GOP's consideration of changing confirmation rules.
White House says Apple to announce $100B US investment commitment for manufacturing
The White House said Apple will announce an additional $100 billion investment in American facilities, to support jobs and domestic manufacturing under Trump's economic agenda.
Prediction market traders bet 'the Kevins' are Trump’s Fed chair picks
Kevin Hassett leads prediction markets at 48%, while Kevin Warsh follows at 29% as top contenders for Federal Reserve chairman under President Donald Trump.
Trump economist teases Apple investment deal: 'Trillion in commitments'
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses President Donald Trump's trade deals and his decision to fire the federal statistics chief over inconsistent data on 'Mornings with Maria.'
General Matter signs massive lease with US energy department to build uranium enrichment facility in Kentucky
Lee Robinson, General Matter founding member, discusses the massive lease with the energy department and how the U.S. became too reliant on foreign powers for nuclear power on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump's 'big beautiful bill' will add trillions to the national debt, expert warns
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget President Maya MacGuineas discusses tariff revenue and how President Donald Trump's tax bill will affect the deficit on 'Mornings with Maria.'
GOP lawmaker calls to arrest fleeing Texas Dems: 'This is not Democratic'
Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., reacts to Gov. Greg Abbott suing to remove Texas’ Democratic Caucus chair after Dems fled a redistricting vote and weighs in on the GOP's efforts to speed up confirmations for President Donald Trump’s stalled nominees.