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As Donald Trump reasserts his influence on U.S. policy and global affairs, America finds itself at a crossroads. America Under Trump is a deep-dive series by EconoTimes, analyzing the sweeping economic, social, and geopolitical shifts under his leadership. From trade wars and tax reforms to foreign policy and domestic unrest, this series explores the impact of Trump's decisions on markets, businesses, and everyday citizens. Through expert analysis, data-driven insights, and exclusive commentary, we unpack the lasting effects of Trump’s governance on the future of America and the world.

US under Trump Series

Kash Patel’s ‘Explosive Entry’ to X Sparks Political Frenzy: ‘Watch Out, Critics!’ Reactions Pour In

Dec 01, 2024 19:23 pm UTC| Politics

Kash Patel, a prominent figure from the Trump administration, has officially joined the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Known for his roles in the Department of Defense and national security, Patels...

US under Trump Series

John Bolton Slams Trump’s FBI Pick Kash Patel: ‘Unqualified and Dangerous’ Stuns MAGA Base in Explosive Callout

Dec 01, 2024 19:18 pm UTC| Politics

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has openly criticized President-elect Donald Trumps nomination of Kash Patel as FBI Director, calling on the Senate to reject the controversial pick. Bolton, a long-time...

US under Trump Series

Explosive Emails Rock Pete Hegseth’s Defense Secretary Bid: ‘Despicably Low!’ Critics and Conservatives Clash Over Controversial Nomination

Dec 01, 2024 09:54 am UTC| Politics

President-elect Donald Trumps decision to nominate Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense has ignited fierce debate, with critics questioning his qualifications and past conduct. The controversy deepened after The New York...

US under Trump Series

‘Elon Musk’s MAGA Takeover’: Democratic Strategist Warns GOP Faces Shocking Power Shift with ‘Unstoppable’ Influence

Dec 01, 2024 09:52 am UTC| Politics

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of social media platform X, has become a formidable force in Republican politics, according to Democratic strategist Chai Komanduri. Musks alignment with President-elect Donald...

US under Trump Series

‘Excellent Conversation’ or Empty Promises? Trudeau’s Mar-a-Lago Dinner With Trump Sparks Backlash Over Tariff Threats

Dec 01, 2024 09:49 am UTC| Politics

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described his meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump as an excellent conversation, despite lingering tensions over proposed tariffs. The two leaders met Friday night at Trumps...

US under Trump Series

Kid Steals the Spotlight at Trump-Trudeau Dinner: ‘The Real Star’ Stirs Online Frenzy Over Candid Photo

Dec 01, 2024 09:41 am UTC| Politics

A high-stakes dinner at Mar-a-Lago between President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took an unexpected turn when a photobombing child inadvertently became the center of attention. The candid...

US under Trump Series

Bombshell Legal Debate: ‘Trump’s Trials Could Have Been Game-Changers!’ Claims Former Federal Prosecutor in Jaw-Dropping Analysis

Dec 01, 2024 09:29 am UTC| Politics

Former federal prosecutor Elie Honig delivered a scathing analysis of Donald Trumps legal proceedings on CNNs The Michael Smerconish Show. Honig suggested that the Department of Justice (DOJ) could have acted earlier to...

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Economy

ECB Signals Possible Rate Hike as Middle East Tensions Push Euro Zone Inflation Higher

The European Central Bank (ECB) is increasingly likely to raise interest rates in June as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue driving energy prices higher across the euro area. ECB policymaker and...

Asian Stocks Rally as Nvidia Earnings Boost Tech Shares, Samsung Jumps on Wage Deal

Asian stock markets surged on Thursday after strong earnings from Nvidia reignited investor confidence in artificial intelligence-related technology stocks. The positive momentum spread across regional markets, while...

Australia Regulator Flags Private Credit Risks Amid Global Market Uncertainty

Australias financial regulator has warned that the countrys growing private credit sector faces increasing risks tied to global market instability, geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological change. The Australian...

Japan Manufacturing Growth Slows in May as Services Sector Stagnates Amid Rising Middle East Supply Costs

Japans manufacturing sector continued to expand in May 2026, although growth slowed slightly as escalating supply-chain pressures tied to the Middle East conflict increased business costs and weighed on overall economic...

Moody’s Downgrades Mexico Credit Rating Amid Rising Debt and Fiscal Pressure

Moodys Ratings downgraded Mexicos long-term local and foreign-currency issuer ratings from Baa2 to Baa3 on Tuesday, while revising the outlook to stable from negative. The agency also cut the ratings for Mexicos senior...

Politics

Trump Warns Iran of Renewed Action as Nuclear Deal Talks Stall

Iran said Thursday it is reviewing Washingtons latest proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that military action could resume if Tehran fails to reach an agreement. The...

Trump-Taiwan Talks Could Reshape U.S.-China Relations

Taiwan said President Lai Ching-te would welcome direct talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling a potentially historic moment in U.S.-Taiwan relations. If the conversation happens, it would mark the first direct...

Trump Delays Iran Strike as Peace Talks Continue, Markets Watch Strait of Hormuz Closely

Iran said it is reviewing the latest proposal from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, after U.S. President Donald Trump signaled he may delay military action in favor of reaching a diplomatic...

Raul Castro Indicted by U.S.: Cuba’s Revolutionary Leader Faces Renewed Scrutiny in 2026

Former Cuban President Raul Castro, the longtime revolutionary leader and younger brother of Fidel Castro, has been indicted by the United States over Cubas deadly 1996 shootdown of aircraft operated by the anti-communist...

Trump Warns of Renewed Military Action Against Iran as Peace Talks Stall

U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the United States is prepared to launch additional military strikes against Iran if Tehran fails to agree to a peace deal, raising fears of renewed conflict in the Middle East....

Science

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

NASA's Artemis II Mission: First Crewed Lunar Journey Since Apollo

NASA's Artemis II Crew Arrives in Florida for Historic Moon Mission

The four astronauts chosen for NASAs Artemis II mission have touched down at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the beginning of final launch preparations for the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. NASA...

Technology

SoftBank Shares Surge as OpenAI IPO Buzz and SB Energy Filing Boost AI Optimism

SoftBank Group (TYO:9984) shares soared on Thursday as investor confidence returned to the Japanese technology giant, driven by growing excitement around its artificial intelligence investments. The companys stock jumped...

X Corp Loses Legal Battle Over Australia Child Safety Fine

Elon Musks social media company X Corp has officially admitted breaching Australias Online Safety Act after failing to provide required details about its child protection measures, ending a legal dispute that lasted nearly...

Samsung Shares Surge After Strike Deal Eases Labor Tensions

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (KS:005930) shares climbed sharply on Thursday after the company reached a last-minute agreement with a major South Korean labor union, avoiding a potentially disruptive strike. Investor optimism...

Intuit Raises Full-Year Forecast After Strong Q3 Earnings Despite Stock Drop

Intuit (NASDAQ: INTU) delivered stronger-than-expected fiscal third-quarter earnings and raised its full-year guidance, driven by growth in its AI-powered financial platform. Despite the upbeat results, Intuit stock...

Anthropic Revenue Surge Signals Strong AI Market Momentum in 2026

Anthropic is on track to dramatically increase its revenue in 2026, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing figures shared during the companys latest fundraising discussions. The artificial intelligence startup is...