Joe Biden

Auto sector urges U.S. Congress to help fund its computer chip needs

WASHINGTON -The U.S. auto industry and United Auto Workers union on Friday urged Congress to tie billions of dollars in government funding to boost semiconductor production to help fill the needs of automakers forced to slash production because of chip shortages.

GOP blames Biden for 'horrendous' April jobs report

April's disappointing jobs report added more fuel for Republicans Friday in their staunch opposition to President Biden's taxing and spending policies, while Democrats argued the lackluster economic numbers show the urgent need for more federal intervention.

Companies search for middle ground as Biden blocks Trump rule on gig workers

The Biden administration on Wednesday blocked a rule put in place by the Trump administration that would have made it easier for companies to classify workers as independent contractors instead of full-time employees, hitting shares of app-based companies that rely on these independent workers to operate.