Donald Trump has repeatedly pledged to launch the largest deportation program in American history, claiming it will free up millions of jobs for Black and Hispanic Americans. However, virtually no reputable economist believes he is right on either count. According to economists, mass deportations would significantly reduce New York City’s workforce by hundreds of thousands … Read more
This week is crucial for American consumers due to two significant events: the presidential election and the Federal Reserve’s anticipated interest-rate cut. The outcome of these events will shape their financial futures. A presidential election is being held on Tuesday between Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump. This marks a similar scenario … Read more
A recent election result could fuel a stock-market rally, but a strategist warns of a potential wild card. Tom Essaye, founder of Sevens Report Research, suggests that two possible outcomes from the U.S. presidential election would likely benefit stocks. However, if the Republican party sweeps the election, it may lead to increased volatility in 2025 … Read more
The US presidential election has become a lucrative market for brokerages, with millions being made from bets on the outcome. Typically, bookmakers and exchanges favor the house, but a recent legal ruling has changed this dynamic. A notable aspect of the 2024 presidential election is the significant betting activity surrounding it. This increase can be … Read more
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing multiple last-minute lawsuits in various states, including Missouri and Texas, amid the 2024 presidential election. Meanwhile, a Detroit lawyer who previously promoted fraudulent claims about the 2020 election has filed new lawsuits. Several legal challenges are pending in key battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Wisconsin. … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has surpassed the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency, according to the Associated Press. With a total of 2,749,411 votes (50.1%), he has secured the majority required for victory. The latest results show that Trump has gained significant ground in key battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida, … Read more
US President Donald Trump has won re-election, defeating opponent Kamala Harris and securing his second term in office. His victory came as he secured key battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. The news boosted the “Trump Trade,” causing S&P 500 futures to rise by 2.3% and sending the dollar soaring. Global leaders … Read more
A historic victory for abortion rights advocates, Arizona voters have approved a constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to abortion up to fetal viability, typically after 21 weeks. The measure, which was put on the ballot by a coalition of abortion access supporters, has been hailed as a major win in the presidential battleground state. The approval … Read more
Donald Trump refused to comment on Florida’s abortion measure, instead telling a reporter to “stop talking about that” after being asked twice about his stance. The former president cast his ballot in Palm Beach, Florida, on Tuesday and had previously indicated he would support the measure, which aims to prevent state lawmakers from passing laws … Read more
Abortion rights advocates won several key victories in states across the US on Tuesday, while others lost battles that could keep restrictive abortion laws in place. In Missouri, voters approved an amendment that will allow lawmakers to restrict abortions past 21 weeks, but it does not automatically repeal existing bans. The results represent a mixed … Read more