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The Food and Drug Administration is pulling back on routine food and drug inspections after a wave of support staff layoffs. Approximately 170 employees were cut from the agency’s Office of Inspections and Investigations, prompting officials to shift attention toward higher-risk cases. While field inspectors remain on the job, the loss of support personnel has disrupted planning, scheduling, and overseas operations.

FDA will reduce food and drug inspections due to federal layoffs

The Senate approved a resolution Wednesday, April 2, to cancel President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canadian goods, with four Republicans crossing party lines to join Democrats. The measure passed 51-48, reflecting growing concern among lawmakers about the economic impact of the White House’s trade strategy.

Four Senate Republicans voted against Trump’s tariffs on Canada

President Donald Trump unveils his list of reciprocal tariffs, provoking mixed reactions from lawmakers in Washington, D.C.

Trump levies ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on more than 180 nations

President Trump is meeting with top White House officials to discuss the next steps for TikTok as it nears another ban deadline.

Trump meets with top officials over TikTok deal, Amazon places bid: Report

Elon Musk might be headed for the White House exit sooner than expected, following multiple controversies and plunging Tesla sales.

Elon Musk’s White House exit may be imminent: Report

Tesla had its worst quarter for deliveries in nearly three years. But there are a lot of reasons beyond public sentiment around CEO Elon Musk.

There’s more to Tesla’s bad quarter than Elon Musk’s politics: Analyst

Affirm is now reporting those using its "buy now, pay later" services to the credit bureau Experian.

‘Buy now, pay later’ plans could soon impact credit scores

All eyes are on President Donald Trump and trade Wednesday, April 2, as the president promises to levy tariffs on our trade partners.

Companies seek ways around Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs

American companies have used several tactics to avoid tariffs since President Trump's first term, but those could close with "Liberation Day."

These tariff loopholes may not work after Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’

Many industries are bracing for President Trump's tariffs with the hockey gear industry bracing for higher prices and lower sales.

New Trump reciprocal tariffs could affect prices of already expensive hockey gear

Trump’s election executive order faces first legal challenges

The new round of U.S. tariffs has sparked concerns among American companies, including Harley-Davidson, known for its iconic motorcycles.

American brands like Harley-Davidson could face retaliation from Trump’s tariffs

Goldman Sachs said there is now a 35% chance of a recession after pegging the possibility at 20% less than a month ago.

Goldman Sachs ups recession probability to 35% as ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs loom

China opened an investigation into Blackrock's $23 billion acquisition of ports in the Panama Canal effectively halting the deal.

BlackRock’s Panama Canal port deal in question amid China investigation

UAW President Shawn Fain is praising President Donald Trump's move to increase tariffs on all automobile imports.

UAW president Shawn Fein supports Trump’s auto tariffs

Myanmar earthquake death toll tops 1,700 amid rescue efforts

President Trump has declared April 2 “Liberation Day,” during which he will roll out a set of tariffs meant to revive the economy.

Trump plans to ‘liberate’ US from foreign goods on April 2

With one week to go before President Trump's TikTok ban extension lapses, what are his options and will the app once again go dark?

Another TikTok ban deadline is approaching. What are Trump’s options?

Protesters gather at Tesla dealerships nationwide for ‘Tesla Takedown’

Saturday is the final day to shop at more than two dozen Kohl’s stores nationwide as the company works to make up for financial losses.

Kohl’s to close more than two dozen stores nationwide by March 29

Charlie Javice, who launched a startup in 2017, claiming she was revolutionizing the way college students applied for financial aid, was convicted Friday, March 28, of defrauding JPMorgan Chase out of $175 million by lying about the size of her customer base.

Charlie Javice convicted of defrauding JPMorgan in $175 million startup deal

Just 33.9% of renters feel like they will be able to own their own home in the future according to the New York Fed’’s Survey of Consumer Expectations.

Renters say there’s a 1 in 3 chance they’ll ever own a home, lowest on record

The USPS unveiled its new Betty White forever stamp Thursday, March 27.

‘America’s sweetheart’ Betty White memorialized on forever stamp

Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, are traveling to Greenland on Friday despite pushback from Greenlanders and Danes.

JD Vance, wife travel to Greenland despite island pushback

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