Trump’s ISS privatization idea balked by astronauts
The Trump administration plans to stop direct-government funding of the International Space Station (ISS) by 2025, instead relying on mainly private-sector support -- an action that, some astronauts warn, may not be fiscally feasible.
Trump plans to replace food stamps: Here’s how
The Trump administration has a proposal to replace some of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s (SNAP) cash benefits with boxes of physical food.
China, India should join US space initiative, former astronaut says
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson discusses why the U.S. should work for foreign space programs.
Passport fee increases coming soon: Here's how to avoid the charge
Passport prices are increasing by $10, so if you have international travel planned in the coming year (and still lack a valid passport), be sure to get one before April.
Apple faces two federal probes over iPhone battery issue
Apple is being investigated by the DOJ and SEC over potential securities violations related to its disclosure of a software update that slowed older iPhones, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Banks pay $4M for lobbying as tax reform debated
Goldman, BofA and Citigroup ponied up a total of $2 million in 2017, the most among the nation’s largest financial firms
Casino mogul Steve Wynn resigns as top GOP finance chairman
Casino mogul Steve Wynn has resigned as finance chairman of the Republican National Committee amid allegations of sexual harassment and assault.
High-tax states forming coalition to sue government over tax bill, SALT changes
While U.S. corporations are cheering the new tax law, a handful of high-tax states are forming a coalition to sue the federal government over how SALT changes are affecting their residents.
US moves toward driverless future. How should the government regulate it?
As tech innovators continue to move forward with making self-driving vehicles ubiquitous, the U.S. government could have a new problem on its hands as it grapples with how to regulate what is still a largely-burgeoning industry.
FBI is sinking in legal quicksand: Kennedy
FBN’s Kennedy discusses the Mueller investigation and the plethora of problems facing the FBI.
Geysers yes, Ellis Island no: Some US parks open, some not
The snowy mountains and frozen lakes of Rocky Mountain National Park are still accessible to visitors, despite the federal government shutdown.
Long shutdown could hurt economy, a short one just 'a blip'
If the shutdown lasts just days or even a couple of weeks, the robust stock market that President Donald Trump has boasted about probably will emerge unscathed.
US government shuts down; Dems, GOP blame each other
A bitterly-divided Congress hurtled toward a government shutdown this weekend in a partisan stare-down over demands by Democrats for a solution on politically fraught legislation to protect about 700,000 younger immigrants from being deported.
Shutdown looms; blame game already in full swing
A bitterly divided Congress hurtled toward a government shutdown this weekend in a partisan stare-down over demands by Democrats for a solution on politically fraught legislation to protect about 700,000 younger immigrants from being deported.
FCC says launching full inquiry into false Hawaii missile alert
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission said on Saturday it was launching a "full investigation" into a false wireless emergency alert that a ballistic missile was headed for Hawaii, the chairman of the commission said.
FCC's Ajit Pai touts decision to end Obama-era net neutrality rules
A decision by the Federal Communications Commission Tuesday to repeal an Obama-era ruling that allows the government to regulate the internet like a public utility will ultimately limit heavy-handed investment and encourage more companies to invest, FCC Chair Ajit Pai told FOX Business.
Mnuchin sees $1 trillion revenue growth from U.S. tax overhaul
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Friday he believed the Republican tax cuts will ultimately become revenue neutral over 10 years due to higher growth, but the Treasury will likely ask Congress for more money to implement the plan.
How Rand Paul plans to overhaul FISA surveillance program
As Congress nears an impending Jan. 19 vote on the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) is threatening to do “everything he can” to ensure it doesn’t pass unless significant changes are made.
VA Secretary David Shulkin: We’ve reduced opioid use by 36% since 2010
Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin discusses his strategy toward solving the opioid crisis and slowing down the suicide rate among female veterans.
States exploring tax changes in response to federal overhaul
In New Jersey and California, top Democratic officials want to let people make charitable contributions to the state instead of paying certain taxes.















