WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve is facing economic uncertainty and political pressure as it meets this week to decide whether to cut interest rates. Investors expect the Fed to reduce its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, to about 4.1%. But it’s not even clear which Fed officials will be making the decision.…… MORE
Senate Approves White House Economist Stephen Miran to Serve on Federal Reserve Board
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has approved one of President Donald Trump’s top economic advisers for a seat on the Federal Reserve’s governing board, giving the White House greater influence over the central bank just two days before it is expected to vote in favor of reducing its key interest rate. The vote to confirm…… MORE
Democrats Plan to Force Senate Vote on Trump’s Tariffs on Canada and Brazil
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine is planning to force two Senate votes on President Donald Trump’s tariffs in the coming weeks, keeping the pressure on his Republican colleagues as many of them have voiced frustration with the policies. The Virginia senator says he will introduce two separate resolutions this week that would terminate…… MORE
DFW’s Morning News-A Tuesday Kluckaround
Clayton and Sybil Kluckaround and discuss the death of Robert Redford and more…… MORE
DFW’s Morning News-Fair Foods
Clayton and Sybil taste this year’s favorites at the State Fair of Texas.… MORE
Robert Redford Passes at Age 89
Associated Press: Legendary Hollywood actor-turned-director Robert Redford has died. His publicist confirming the actor passed away Tuesday morning at his home in Utah surrounded by loved ones at 89. Redford rose to stardom in the 19-60’s, and some of his credits include “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “All the President’s Men,” and “Indecent Proposal.”…… MORE
DNA Evidence Found Near Scene of Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Matches Suspect, FBI Director Says
OREM, Utah (AP) — FBI Director Kash Patel says DNA on a towel wrapped around a rifle found near where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated matches that of the 22-year-old accused in the killing. Patel told “Fox & Friends” on Monday investigators also have used DNA to link suspect Tyler Robinson with a screwdriver…… MORE
JD Vance Says National Unity is Impossible With Those Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Killing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President JD Vance says the national unity he’s “desperate” for after the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk cannot be had with people who condone political violence. The Republican vice president commented Monday as he wrapped up an appearance hosting Kirk’s radio program. Kirk, the founder of the Turning Point…… MORE
Trump Deploys National Guard to Memphis, Calling It a ‘Replica’ of His Crackdown on Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Trump has announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis to combat crime, testing the limits of presidential power by using military force in cities. Trump made Monday’s announcement with Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, calling it a “replica” of efforts in Washington. Last month, Trump deployed National Guard troops to…… MORE
Trump Says the US Military Again Targeted a Boat Allegedly Carrying Drugs From Venezuela
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says the U.S. military again targeted a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela, killing three aboard the vessel. Trump announced the strike in a posting on social media. The strike comes two weeks after another military strike on what the Trump administration says was a drug-carrying speedboat from Venezuela…… MORE
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