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White House pushes Congress to open up crypto opportunities

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

Congress should get started on regulations for cryptocurrencies, a White House report released Wednesday recommends, as President Donald Trump ordered regulators to immediately enable trading at the federal level. ... Read More.

Biden confidant defends former president during House interview

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

Steve Ricchetti, who served as counselor to former President Joe Biden, appeared before a House committee Wednesday regarding the investigation into the former president’s mental and physical fitness. Ricchetti... Read More.

Trump slaps additional 40% tariff on Brazil for ‘witch hunt’ of former president

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

The U.S. levied new tariffs on Brazil Wednesday, bringing the total tariff rate to 50% and bolstering the conflict between two of America’s largest economies. Trump warned of economic... Read More.

Two governors rebel as Fed keeps rates steady amid Trump pressure

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held its key interest rate steady as expected, but two of President Donald Trump's appointees voted to lower rates. The Federal Open Market Committee,... Read More.

Virginia councilman hospitalized after being set on fire

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler was hospitalized Wednesday after a man entered his workplace, poured gasoline on him, and set him on fire, according to a video statement from his employer and police. ... Read More.

Lawmakers question USDA’s plan to relocate over half of D.C.-based workforce

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

With the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announcing a major reorganization plan, lawmakers met to grill Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden about why Congress wasn’t notified in advance and how the agency will prevent disruptions to its operations. ... Read More.

Trump, Congress allocate nearly $6.2 billion in state education grants

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

The Trump administration’s Department of Education has begun releasing more than $6 billion of grant money to states through five programs, including funds for children who are in the country illegally and enrolled in public schools nationwide. ... Read More.

State financial officers urge financial institutions to abandon ESG

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

A group of 26 financial officers from 21 states sent letters to 18 major financial institutions this week, warning them to abandon environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices if they wish to continue doing business with their states. ... Read More.

Army Chaplain Corps celebrates 250 years

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

After the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th birthday on June 14, the Army Chaplain Corps celebrated the same milestone on July 29. On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress... Read More.

U.S. economy picks up in Q2 after contracting earlier this year

Wednesday, July 30 by The Center Square

The U.S. economy grew at a rate of 3% between April and June, marking a shift after it shrank during the first quarter for the first time in three years. ... Read More.