Tax reform could boost wage growth, says former Obama economic adviser
Former Council of Economic Advisors Chairman Jason Furman said Friday that the Federal Reserve alone can’t solve the problem of slow wage growth.
Hawaii scrambles to keep train project from going off rails
Train tracks supported by concrete pillars snake through Oahu neighborhoods and across its lush scenery, ending abruptly in an empty, overgrown field.
Trump adviser says he nearly quit over president's remarks
President Donald Trump's top economic adviser sharply denounced the president's response to the racial violence in Charlottesville, saying in an interview that he felt "compelled" to speak out.
Trump tax plan should eliminate corporate earnings tax: Ben Stein
Trump tax reform plan
Upset with Trump's response, economic aide mulled quitting
President Donald Trump's top economic adviser sharply denounced the president's response to the racial violence in Charlottesville, saying in an interview that he felt "compelled" to speak out.
Stocks climb; S&P 500 breaks two-week losing streak
Stocks rose around the world Friday, and the Standard & Poor's 500 index was on pace for its first winning week in the last three.
Will Democrats hold debt ceiling hostage for tax reform bargaining power?
Democrats in the U.S. Congress wield little clout nowadays, but they will likely have plenty of influence on the looming issue of the U.S. debt ceiling and party leaders are considering whether they should try to convert that advantage into bargaining power on tax reform.
Trump taking tax reform push to a city near you
President Donald Trump will hit cities around the country in the coming weeks to rally support for his push to reform the United States tax code.
Trump to push tax overhaul in Missouri next week
President Donald Trump plans to make a public push to overhaul the nation's tax system next week in Springfield, Missouri.
Apple gets $208M in tax breaks to build Iowa data center
Iowa has approved a deal to give Apple $208 million in state and local tax benefits to build two data storage centers near Des Moines and the promise to create 50 jobs.
Insurer fills last hole in health law marketplaces for 2018
The lone county currently at risk of going uncovered on the federal health law's insurance exchanges has landed an insurer.
Christie signs bill to regulate, tax daily fantasy sports
New Jersey Republican Gov. Chris Christie on Thursday signed into law a measure to regulate and tax daily fantasy sports.
Paul Ryan visits Boeing, says tax reform will be done this year
House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) told Boeing workers Thursday that his goal is to reform the country’s tax code by the end of the year as part of a bid to achieve 3% economic growth in 2018.
US businesses join GOP push to overhaul US tax code
U.S. businesses are turning out to be one of the White House’s strongest allies when it comes to supporting President Donald Trump’s long-awaited tax reform overhaul.
GOP teams up with UPS, AT&T & Boeing in pro-growth tax reform push
Republican lawmakers and American business leaders are teaming up in a pro-growth tax reform effort ahead of Congress’ final push to secure a major legislative victory before year’s end.
Walker aides assure legislators Foxconn will change economy
Gov. Scott Walker is touting the potential that a massive Foxconn Technology Group plant could have on Wisconsin's health care industry.
Trump's path to boosting infrastructure full of potholes
President Donald Trump's road to getting legislation through Congress this year to restore the nation's crumbling infrastructure appears increasingly precarious.
IRS warns of spreading W-2 email theft scheme
The IRS is warning businesses about a sharp increase in email phishing scams involving employees' W-2 forms — scams that can put staffers' Social Security numbers and other critical information in the hands of thieves.
Tax reform is "complicated" says Rep. David Schweikert
Rep. David Schweikert interview
Democrat 'incredibly frustrated' with leader over Foxconn
Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca was branded as failing "on all accounts" by a fellow Democrat who was "incredibly frustrated and concerned" with his actions after Barca joined Republicans in voting for a $3 billion tax incentive package for Foxconn Technology Group.












