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Tag: Donald Trump
A Coup Attempt Against American Taxpayers
Trump’s attempt to freeze federal funds for government services was an effort to steal our tax dollars to enrich billionaires. And he’ll try again. By Karen
Romance, Turmoil, and Dependency: The Saga of the Automotive Industry in the United States
Donald Trump’s criticism of European automakers reflects a sector undergoing profound geographic and technological transformation. This evolution strikes at the heart of an existential question: what place does the American auto industry, a symbol of U.S. lifestyle, hold in today’s economy?
As Trump’s potential return to the presidency looms, concerns grow over his policy stances, particularly regarding international trade. His proposed tariffs and skepticism toward free trade agreements, such as NAFTA, put a spotlight on the automotive industry – a cornerstone of American economic heritage.
U.S. Senate hearing on Interior nominee postponed until Thursday
WASHINGTON — Utah Sen. Mike Lee announced Monday he had postponed the confirmation hearing for two days for President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead
Want To Fix Food Deserts and Lower Food Prices? Enforce Antitrust Law, Activist Says
By Marty Schladen For now, anyway, grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons aren’t going to merge into a single grocery megagiant to confront Walmart, another megagiant.
Biden Administration Unveils Plan To Cover Weight Loss Meds Under Medicare, Medicaid
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 26, 2024 WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced Tuesday it’s reinterpreting federal law to allow Medicare and Medicaid
Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst pitches Elon Musk on $1 trillion in federal spending cuts
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 25, 2024 WASHINGTON — Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst began proposing ways to cut government spending to the
Some in the venture capital community backed Trump. Here’s what’s next
by Paige Gross, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 24, 2024 Some venture capital investors, who have funded the tech boom in Silicon Valley and beyond, say
Trump taps Project 2025 co-author to lead White House budget office
by Jennifer Shutt, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 22, 2024 WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump on Friday invited Russell Vought to once again run the White
What Kind of Revolution is In Store for America?
The balance of power may be in for a shift by Dave Nagle, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 21, 2024 It is always a good day
