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Further rate cuts in question as Fed policymakers deeply divided over December cut, minutes show
Federal Reserve policymakers were split on December's rate cut decision, with multiple dissents revealing disagreements over inflation and labor risks.
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,386,384,190,622.68 as of 12/30/25
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
IRS hands workers bigger tax break for business expenses in 2026
Gig workers get a tax break with higher mileage rates for 2026. The IRS increased business driving deductions to 72.5 cents per mile from last year.
Trump calls Fed chair Powell a 'fool,' threatens lawsuit over headquarters renovation
Trump accuses Fed Chair Jerome Powell of "gross incompetence" and threatens lawsuit over costly headquarters renovation project in latest attack on central bank leader.
Workers in 19 states get pay boost as minimum wages jump nationwide on New Year's Day
Major minimum wage increases take effect in 22 states during 2026, benefiting millions of American workers as wages rise above the federal $7.25 minimum.
Outback Steakhouse sued after man suffers 'serious bodily injury' from toilet shattering under him
A Florida man sued Outback Steakhouse after a handicapped toilet seat allegedly shattered and collapsed while he was on it, causing severe bodily injury.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
Grass-fed ground beef that was distributed to six states has been recalled over possible E. coli contamination, affecting more than 2,800 pounds of beef.
Musk sounds alarm on silver as China restricts exports needed for critical industrial processes
Elon Musk warned that China's new silver export restrictions could hurt industries using the metal as an input with the precious metal's prices hit record highs.
US economy expected to grow faster in 2026 despite stagnant job market: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs economists predict U.S. economic growth will accelerate to 2.6% in 2026, driven by tax cuts, reduced tariff drag and Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Wall Street wraps up banner year with double-digit gains across all major indexes
Former Federal Reserve Board nominee Judy Shelton joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss the Fed’s rate-cut outlook, the race for the next Fed chair and why strong growth, easing inflation and U.S. gold reserves matter for 2026.
