Bessent Says He Expects Trade Deals by This Week’s Deadline on July 6, 2025 at 6:45 pm

But the Treasury secretary also said that some countries working toward agreements with the United States could have until Aug. 1.

Bessent Says He Expects Trade Deals by This Week’s Deadline on July 6, 2025 at 6:45 pm

But the Treasury secretary also said that some countries working toward agreements with the United States could have until Aug. 1.

Can Indonesia Afford Prabowo’s Free School Lunch Program? on July 3, 2025 at 4:17 am

Indonesia’s president promised free meals for every student in the country. But unemployment is rising, and some analysts say he’s making matters worse.

Trump Says U.S. Has Reached Trade Deal With Vietnam on July 2, 2025 at 4:10 pm

The president said he had agreed to initial trade terms with Vietnam, the second country to strike a limited deal after Mr. Trump threatened steep tariffs.

Republican Bill Puts Nation on New, More Perilous Fiscal Path on July 1, 2025 at 4:06 pm

Among the most expensive pieces of legislation in years, the Republican legislation could reshape the country’s finances for a generation.

As Debt Piles Up, Countries See Fiscal Relief as Political Leverage on July 1, 2025 at 9:01 am

With developing nations crushed by unaffordable borrowing and Washington on the sidelines, some leaders are brokering debt forgiveness deals.

Trump’s Threat of More Tariffs Slows Trade Deals on June 30, 2025 at 4:15 pm

As America’s largest trading partners race toward deals, they are increasingly worried about being hit with future tariffs on their critical industries.

Trump Administration Signals Trade Talks May Extend Beyond July Deadline on June 27, 2025 at 2:16 pm

The Treasury secretary said negotiations with some countries might last until Labor Day, signaling that the White House may hold back from imposing tariffs on some trading partners in early July.

Some Republicans Join Democrats in Unease Over White House Budget Cuts on June 25, 2025 at 11:44 pm

President Trump has sought to claw back funds for public broadcasting and foreign aid, sparking a fierce debate over the power of the purse.

How Yemeni Cafes like Haraz Coffee House Are Building Momentum and Community on June 24, 2025 at 4:00 am

For cafes like Haraz Coffee House, riding a wave of interest nationwide in late-night, alcohol-free gathering spaces means embracing the franchise model.