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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

Donald Trump’s Bold 2025 Veterans’ Agenda Sparks Controversy: 'Promises vs. Actions' – Critics Demand Accountability

Nov 19, 2024 23:55 pm UTC| Politics

As Donald Trump prepares for his return to the White House in 2025, the former president has outlined an ambitious agenda for U.S. veterans, promising improved healthcare access, streamlined benefits, and stronger support...

US under Trump Series

Federal Workers Fear Mass Firings as Trump, Musk, and Ramaswamy Promise Government Overhaul: 'Billions Could Be Cut!'

Nov 19, 2024 22:13 pm UTC| Economy Business Politics

More than 2 million federal employees across the United States are bracing for potential upheaval as President-elect Donald Trumps administration signals a sweeping overhaul of government operations. Led by tech mogul Elon...

US under Trump Series

Trump Tours SpaceX with Elon Musk: 'Starship Is America’s Future,' Sparks Controversy Over Space Policy Goals

Nov 19, 2024 21:59 pm UTC| Politics

In a meeting of bold visions and ambitious plans, President Donald Trump joined tech billionaire Elon Musk at SpaceXs state-of-the-art facility in Boca Chica, Texas, to witness the cutting-edge Starship spacecraft. The...

US under Trump Series

CIA Inspector General Robin Ashton Set to Resign Following Trump’s Election Win: 'A Major Shakeup Looms'

Nov 19, 2024 21:55 pm UTC| Politics

In the wake of President-elect Donald Trumps return to the White House, Robin Ashton, the inspector general for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), is reportedly stepping down from her position. The announcement comes...

US under Trump Series

Donald Trump Shocks Nation: Dr. Oz Selected to Lead Medicare and Medicaid—'Health Reform Will Never Be the Same!'

Nov 19, 2024 21:53 pm UTC| Politics

In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump has announced Dr. Mehmet Oz as his choice to serve as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The appointment places the television...

US under Trump Series

Optimism Surges Nationwide: Americans ‘Hopeful for Change’ as Trump’s Leadership Looms Over Nation’s Future

Nov 19, 2024 21:47 pm UTC| Politics

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in January, a majority of Americans report renewed optimism for the countrys future, according to a recent Echelon Insights poll. The survey highlights a significant...

US under Trump Series

Biological Men Banned from Women’s Restrooms at Capitol: Speaker Mike Johnson’s ‘No-Nonsense’ Rule Sparks Heated Debate

Nov 19, 2024 21:22 pm UTC| Politics

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced new restroom regulations at the Capitol on Monday, confirming that biological men will be prohibited from using womens restrooms within the government facility. The move, which aligns...

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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...