President Trump suggests easing China tariffs
A dozen Democrat-led states sued the Trump administration to stop its tariff policy saying it's unlawful and has brought chaos to the economy. The lawsuit challenges the president's authority to issue tariffs without going through Congress. The president now says he's looking to cut tariff's on China, but only if they're matched by Beijing.
A dozen Democrat-led states sued the Trump administration to stop its tariff policy saying it's unlawful and has brought chaos to the economy. The lawsuit challenges the president's authority to issue tariffs without going through Congress. The president now says he's looking to cut tariff's on China, but only if they're matched by Beijing.
FULL: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill to create DOGE-style office
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Wednesday signed a bill to create the state's own version of DOGE.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Wednesday signed a bill to create the state's own version of DOGE.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
Here's the salary each generation feels they need in 2025, according to survey
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
Trump says he won't fire Federal Reserve Chair
Investors are hoping for a big day on Wall Street after a massive rebound yesterday after President Trump said he doesn't plan to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. FOX's Doug Luzader has more details on the market outlook.
Investors are hoping for a big day on Wall Street after a massive rebound yesterday after President Trump said he doesn't plan to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. FOX's Doug Luzader has more details on the market outlook.
Who owns America’s debt? What to know amid an uncertain economic outlook
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
Trump says he won’t fire Fed chair, days after hinting otherwise and triggering market dip
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
Americans' economic, financial expectations sink in April
A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d
A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d
Texas Lottery executive director RESIGNS
The Texas Lottery executive director has resigned as the agency faces allegations of fraud, money laundering and manipulation. A couple of recent big wins involving courier services prompted several investigations.
The Texas Lottery executive director has resigned as the agency faces allegations of fraud, money laundering and manipulation. A couple of recent big wins involving courier services prompted several investigations.
Trump tariffs: Stock market volatility continues amid rate cut tiff
The ripple effects of President Trump's tariff plan are continuing to be felt by Wall Street. Stocks saw a sharp selloff on Monday with the Dow Jones tumbling 1,000 points. That came as the president repeated his attacks against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, including threats to fire him.
The ripple effects of President Trump's tariff plan are continuing to be felt by Wall Street. Stocks saw a sharp selloff on Monday with the Dow Jones tumbling 1,000 points. That came as the president repeated his attacks against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, including threats to fire him.
China accuses U.S. of 'economic bullying'
China is now warning other countries not to strike trade deals with the U.S. that would impact Chinese interests.
China is now warning other countries not to strike trade deals with the U.S. that would impact Chinese interests.
Here's the status of property tax relief in Texas
If you haven’t received your property tax notice, you will soon. County appraisal districts are in the process of mailing them out. At the same time, state lawmakers are working to provide some relief.
If you haven’t received your property tax notice, you will soon. County appraisal districts are in the process of mailing them out. At the same time, state lawmakers are working to provide some relief.
Americans considering filing for bankruptcy hits highest level since pandemic
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
New bipartisan tax proposal could give your family more money
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
City of Houston settles 'rain tax' lawsuit, lowering budget deficit by $70 million
Houston Mayor John Whitmire announced a settlement of the "Rebuild Houston" litigation which will allow a $70 million reduction in the City's projected budget deficit.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire announced a settlement of the "Rebuild Houston" litigation which will allow a $70 million reduction in the City's projected budget deficit.
America's 250th birthday plans at risk amid DOGE cost-cutting
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
China’s economy grew 5.4% before US tariffs hit; slowdown likely, analysts warn
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
The easiest states to save money in 2025
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.