US treasury issues license waiving sanctions on Venezuela’s PDVSA
The US Treasury Department has issued a general license waiving sanctions on Venezuela's state oil company PDVSA, easing measures imposed in 2019.
US drivers face long-term pain at pump, analysts say; Trump bets they are wrong
U.S. drivers are expected to face sustained high fuel prices due to the Iran conflict disrupting oil supply, despite President Trump's optimism on price drops.
Trump says he’s looking at loosening Jones Act shipping rules
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is reviewing the possibility of loosening shipping rules under the Jones Act, according to a Fox News interview.
24 states, including Virginia, announce lawsuit to stop Trump’s latest global tariffs
A coalition of 24 US states filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's new 10% global tariffs, arguing they exceed legal authority under the Trade Act of 1974.
Oil near multi-month highs on Middle East conflict, pares gain on report of US-Iran talks
Oil prices remain near multi-month highs as Middle East conflict disrupts flows, despite reports of US-Iran talks to end the war. Brent crude hits $81.67 per barrel.
US Treasury, federal housing agency ending use of Anthropic products
The US Treasury and Federal Housing Finance Agency are terminating all use of Anthropic AI products following President Trump's directive amid national security concerns.
Trump hails ‘golden age’ in State of the Union as voters sour on economy
President Trump hailed a 'golden age' in his State of the Union, focusing on economic achievements despite low approval and voter frustration over inflation.
Virginia Governor Spanberger rips into Trump on economy, immigration
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger criticized President Trump's economic record and immigration enforcement during her response to the 2024 State of the Union address.
US lawmakers plan Iran war powers vote as Trump weighs strikes
US Congress plans a vote to block President Trump's ability to strike Iran without approval amid military preparations for potential conflict.
Tehran prepares counterproposal as Trump weighs strikes
Iran's foreign minister expects a nuclear counterproposal soon amid U.S. President Trump's consideration of limited military strikes on Iran.
Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court
U.S. President Donald Trump orders a 10% global tariff for 150 days under Section 122 of the Trade Act after the Supreme Court struck down his emergency duties.
Trump warns Iran of ‘bad things’ if no deal made
President Trump warned Iran of 'really bad things' if no nuclear deal is made within 10 to 15 days amid escalating tensions and U.S. military buildup in the Middle East.





















