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Aug19

Democrats propose bill to ban President and relatives from owning banks targeting Trump family

Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and others introduced the 'End Presidential Banking Corruption Act' to prevent the Fed, OCC, and FDIC from granting licenses or insurance to entities controlled by the President, VP, or their families . The bill specifically targets the Trump family's World Liberty Trust, which recently gained preliminary trust bank approval, citing concerns over 'self-dealing' and conflicts of interest .

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0 media sourcesAug 19, 2026 at 03:06 AM

Aug18

Trump pauses 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods

President Trump has delayed the implementation of 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods—including wine, cement, and hockey sticks—by three days . The delay comes as both nations are reportedly close to finalizing a trade agreement intended to resolve disputes over U.S. dairy, alcohol, and auto exports, with negotiations potentially involving the Keystone XL pipeline project .

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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canada for three days

US President Trump announced a three-day delay on the implementation of a 50% tariff on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, originally set to begin August 19, 2026 . The delay aims to finalize a trade agreement that reportedly includes 'comprehensive market access' for US products in sectors such as dairy, automobiles, and spirits . Following the announcement, the USD/CAD exchange rate dropped 0.2% to 1.3877 .

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0 media sourcesAug 18, 2026 at 09:17 PM

US crypto legislation stalls as SEC and CFTC plan to issue rules to fill regulatory vacuum

With the 'Digital Asset Market Clarity Act' stalled in the Senate , the SEC and CFTC are moving to fill the regulatory vacuum by proposing their own rules . The SEC's proposal includes registration exemptions for crypto asset offerings up to $75 million annually, aiming to foster capital formation despite the lack of a permanent legislative framework .

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0 media sourcesAug 18, 2026 at 08:15 AM

US and Canadian trade officials negotiate to cut tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles to 15%

US and Canadian officials are negotiating to lower tariffs on Canadian-made vehicles from 25% to 15% as part of a broader trade deal . While the US seeks to limit exemptions to US-made components, Canada is pushing for a full North American content credit, which could reduce effective rates to single digits . A deal would require Canada to scrap retaliatory measures, though final terms remain sensitive to political volatility .

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Aug17

US-Canada trade negotiations stall over auto tariff disagreements

US-Canada trade negotiations have reached a stalemate over auto tariffs, with the US demanding at least 15% while Canada seeks a 10% rate or broader exemptions . The US also insists Canada drop all retaliatory measures, including those on American alcohol . If no deal is reached by August 19, the US threatens to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian milk, beer, and plywood .

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0 media sourcesAug 17, 2026 at 06:56 PM

US and Canadian officials disagree on value deduction scope for 15% tariff on Canadian vehicles

US and Canadian officials are deadlocked over the deduction scope for a 15% tariff on Canadian vehicles. The US proposes deducting only US-made value, while Canada demands credit for all North American content . With a Wednesday deadline, failure to reach an agreement could trigger an additional $20 billion in US tariffs on other Canadian goods .

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0 media sourcesAug 17, 2026 at 02:35 PM

Aug16

Trump-Linked Crypto Firm World Liberty Trust Receives Conditional OCC Approval for Bank Charter to Issue Stablecoins

The U.S. OCC has granted conditional approval to World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm linked to the Trump family, to establish a national trust bank . This charter allows the entity to directly issue and redeem its USD1 stablecoin while managing its own reserve assets . While Senate Democrats led by Elizabeth Warren have introduced legislation to block such licenses due to conflict-of-interest concerns, the bill lacks the Republican support necessary to pass .

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0 media sourcesAug 16, 2026 at 01:44 AM

Aug14

Trump claims to receive millions of barrels of oil from Venezuela weekly

Donald Trump has claimed that the U.S. is currently receiving millions of barrels of oil weekly from Venezuela . He expanded these claims to include similar operations in Iran, asserting that the U.S. has 'paid for the war' by taking billions of dollars in value and now controls roughly 60% of global oil and gas resources when combining U.S. and Venezuelan reserves .

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0 media sourcesAug 14, 2026 at 03:25 PM

Major US oil companies cut shale basin CapEx to boost shareholder returns

Major US oil firms, including Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Occidental, are restricting shale Capex to prioritize debt repayment and shareholder returns . While technological efficiency gains allow for continued production growth, the overall spending curb is slowing the pace of US supply expansion, contrasting with political demands for lower gasoline prices . Global majors are increasingly hoarding cash, with reserves growing by over $17 billion recently .

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0 media sourcesAug 14, 2026 at 07:16 AM

Aug13

Trump announces tariffs on drone and component imports

President Trump announced tiered ad valorem tariffs on imported drones and components, ranging from 10% to 100%, effective September 3, 2026 . High-sensitivity drones (over 25kg or with thermal imaging) face a 100% rate, while smaller drones face 25%, and products from allies like the EU and Japan are taxed at 15% . The policy, based on a Section 232 national security investigation, aims to reshore manufacturing and reduce reliance on Chinese dominance .

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Trump to impose 25% tariff on certain small drones

President Trump signed a proclamation imposing a 25% tariff on small drones and a 100% tariff on large or high-risk drones . Allies including the EU, Japan, and South Korea face lower rates of 10-15% . While finished products see these changes in 21 days, non-sensitive parts have a 180-day window before tariffs apply .

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0 media sourcesAug 13, 2026 at 04:26 PM

Oxford Economics predicts the U.S. employment break-even point will drop to zero by 2027

Oxford Economics reports that the US employment breakeven point—the monthly job gain needed to keep unemployment stable—has dropped from 200,000 in 2022 to 50,000 today . Due to aging demographics and tighter immigration, this figure is projected to hit zero by 2027 and turn negative by 2028 . Separately, analysts warn that terminating the USMCA could result in a loss of 214,000 jobs by 2027, primarily in manufacturing .

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0 media sourcesAug 13, 2026 at 05:10 AM

Aug11

Trump considers cutting capital gains tax and creating home sale exemptions to boost midterm elections

President Trump is considering cutting capital gains taxes—specifically through inflation indexing—and raising the home sale tax exemption to $2 million to bolster support ahead of the midterms . These proposals come as his approval rating hits a record low of 36% and battleground state polling turns sharply negative . While the plan aims to incentivize investment and support the housing market, analysts warn it is highly regressive, primarily benefiting the top 0.1% of earners .

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0 media sourcesAug 11, 2026 at 05:43 PM

Aug10

Trump orders revitalization of US nuclear energy industry to support AI leadership

President Trump has ordered a revitalization of the U.S. nuclear industry, aiming to quadruple output to meet the massive power demands of AI and data centers . Energy Secretary Wright highlighted a symbiotic relationship where nuclear provides reliable baseload power while AI accelerates next-gen reactor R&D . The initiative includes exploring offshore nuclear power and streamlining coordination between regulatory bodies like the NRC to remove development hurdles .

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0 media sourcesAug 10, 2026 at 05:36 PM

Spot gold breaks above $4,370 per ounce with an intraday gain of 0.67%

Spot gold prices broke the $4,370/oz level, following a rally to a four-month high of $4,432.74 . The price action is fueled by safe-haven inflows due to US-Iran tensions and cooling US employment data, which has shifted Fed rate expectations . The metal has seen a rapid ascent, climbing from approximately $4,000 in mid-July to over $4,400 in early August .

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0 media sourcesAug 10, 2026 at 01:32 PM

Trump to decide the duration of US government's 10% stake in Intel

White House National Economic Council Director Hassett announced that President Trump will determine the duration of the U.S. government's 10% stake in Intel . This stake, originally a $9 billion subsidy conversion intended to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the U.S., is now valued at over $60 billion following Intel's recovery and subsequent investments from firms like Nvidia and SpaceX .

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0 media sourcesAug 10, 2026 at 06:58 AM

Aug07

Trump administration restarts process to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage controversy

The Trump administration has officially restarted the process to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook, citing alleged 'misstatements' in her mortgage applications as 'gross misconduct' . Following a June Supreme Court ruling, the White House issued a three-week deadline for Cook to respond, while her legal team maintains the charges are baseless attempts to undermine central bank independence .

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0 media sourcesAug 7, 2026 at 05:32 PM

Aug06

Trump Imposes Tariffs on Polysilicon Sparking Export Rush, Domestic Giants Set Price Floor to Boost Futures

Donald Trump has announced a 15% tariff on polysilicon and its derivatives, triggering a 'rush to export' among manufacturers . Simultaneously, eight major Chinese polysilicon giants, including Tongwei and GCL, have signed an 'Anti-Involution Initiative' to establish a cost-based price floor, leading to a significant surge in polysilicon futures and a reconstruction of sector valuations .

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