Job growth rebounded in August with solid gains
The Labor Department released the August 2026 jobs report on Friday, with Bureau of Labor Statistics data showing solid job gains last month.
DOJ seizes $560K in cryptocurrency allegedly intended for Hamas, disrupts online recruitment network
The FBI seized approximately $560,000 in cryptocurrency and disrupted Hamas recruitment websites, obtaining names of thousands of alleged donors.
SEC proposal could open floodgates to make America capital of digital cash
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins says the agency's new crypto proposal aims to reverse an exodus of innovators chased offshore from the United States.
OpenAI, 100+ companies warn of coming surge in AI-powered cyberattacks, call for global defense push
A letter from OpenAI told companies and governments alike to strengthen their cybersecurity because in a matter of months, AI-enabled hacking attempts will become more widespread.
Retirement plans may be sharing or selling Americans' personal data, watchdog warns
A Government Accountability Office report found 17 of 31 retirement plan service providers surveyed don't limit their ability to sell data to data brokers.
From Argentina to El Salvador: How Latin America is breaking up with socialism
Fed up with economic failure, Latin American voters are replacing socialist leaders with market-oriented politicians, yielding lower inflation and strong growth across the region.
Federal budget deficit on track to surpass $2T this fiscal year as spending outpaces revenue
The CBO's monthly update shows the federal budget deficit on track to hit $2.1 trillion as national debt interest costs surge 14% year over year.
US economy unexpectedly shed jobs in July
The Labor Department released the July 2026 jobs report, which showed the U.S. economy shed jobs unexpectedly last month amid uncertainty over inflation.
July layoffs drop to lowest level in 2 years, Challenger says
Artificial intelligence was cited in 33% of July's job cuts, marking the fifth consecutive month AI topped reasons for workforce reductions.
OpenAI to pay $3.2 million to settle DOJ allegations it favored foreign workers over Americans
OpenAI allegedly failed to advertise PERM jobs on its careers website and required paper applications to discourage U.S. workers from applying
Trump regulators propose overhaul of 'weaponized' Community Reinvestment Act, say rule funded activist groups
Trump regulators propose CRA overhaul to stop banks from funneling community development funds to left-wing activist groups instead of local lending.
How America reached a political tipping point for socialism
From COVID-19 spending and inflation to border costs and education, FOX Business breaks down the "perfect storm" paving the way for a socialist surge in America.
Anthropic calls for industry-wide AI safety standards to keep models from wreaking havoc
Anthropic's red team leader, Logan Graham, reveals AI models can now hack devices and steal money, prompting the launch of Project Glasswing.
IRS raises business mileage deduction rate amid fuel price surge
The IRS raised its standard business mileage deduction to 76 cents per mile amid surging gas prices linked to the Iran war's disruption of oil flows.
New York becomes first state to freeze new AI data centers in move critics warn could drive away jobs
Dem Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the nation's first statewide moratorium on new AI data centers while officials develop new environmental standards.
Obamacare exchange flaw exposed Americans to unexpected health plan switches, watchdog finds
The GAO found that the federal Obamacare exchange lacked safeguards for consumers and allowed unscrupulous agents and brokers to make unauthorized enrollments or plan changes.
Trump admin maps out sweeping rollback of regulations in push to save $1.5T
The 2026 regulatory plan targets 702 federal rules with a projected $1.5 trillion in cost savings, dwarfing last year's record $211.8 billion.
US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June
The Labor Department released the June 2026 jobs report, which showed the U.S. economy added jobs at a steady pace last month despite uncertainty over inflation.
BLS took steps to fix data release failures but watchdog says more safeguards are needed
A watchdog report found BLS released CPI and jobs data at improper times in 2024, saying the agency still needs additional safeguards for economic data.
Ford recalls 741,195 SUVs and pickups after transmission defect raises rollaway risk: NHTSA
Ford recalls over 741,000 vehicles including Expedition SUVs and F-150 pickups over a transmission defect that can damage the parking mechanism.



















