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CFTC Crypto Derivatives Rules Unlikely Before 2028 Election, TD Cowen Says
TD Cowen analysis suggests CFTC framework for leveraged crypto trading will miss pre-election finalization, leaving derivatives markets under existing rules longer
India's 7.8% GDP Growth Faces Scrutiny Over Real Impact
Economists question whether India's reported first-quarter growth translates to tangible improvements in jobs, wages and living standards.
Last August Social Security Payments Due Aug. 26 as 2032 Fund Depletion Approaches
The final August payment round arrives Wednesday; trustees warn the retirement fund will deplete by 2032 without congressional action.
Washington Rules Drive Up Home Costs, Leaving 77% of Families Priced Out
Regulations add nearly $94,000 to the cost of a new home, squeezing families on housing, energy, childcare and healthcare.
India Weighs Limits on Sugarcane for Ethanol to Boost Sugar Supply
New Delhi is considering restrictions on sugarcane diversion for ethanol production, a move officials say could add roughly 3 million metric tons to domestic sugar supplies.
Duffy Moves to Mandate English for Truckers, Citing Road Safety
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is pushing a rule to require English proficiency for commercial drivers, ending testing in up to 20 languages.
NYC Mayor's Grocery ID Plan Draws Hypocrisy Charges From Critics
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's push for city-run stores offering 30 percent discounts clashes with his past opposition to voter ID laws, drawing sharp criticism.
Wyle Challenges Hospital Profit Margins on Capitol Hill
Actor Noah Wyle told Congress that healthcare workers should not have to 'beg for basic support,' putting pressure on the industry's financial giants
Houchin Warns Policy Squeezes Manufacturer Investment
Indiana Republican says current legislative timelines deter capital, echoing industry calls for stable regulatory paths to support R&D and job creation
DNC Financial Edge Shapes Economic Policy Debates
Democratic fundraising and lobbying efforts give the party influence over financial regulation and tech policy on Capitol Hill
Supreme Court's VRA Decision Rewrites Power Map: Here's Who Wins Big
The high court’s latest interpretation of the Voting Rights Act sets new precedents for electoral influence and corporate lobbying, directly impacting the balance of power in Washington and state capitals.
Mall Shooting Reignites Federal Security Funding Debate, Retail Stocks Shaken
The recent incident at a Louisiana mall prompts renewed calls for federal intervention in local public safety, casting a shadow over the struggling commercial real estate sector.
TMZ's D.C. Arrival Reshapes Power Play, Exposing Financial Ties Behind Policy
The entertainment outlet's expansion into Washington brings an unprecedented level of personal scrutiny to lawmakers, threatening to upend traditional lobbying and influence peddling.
U.S. Risks Trillions: White House Advisor Demands Digital Asset Framework Now
White House crypto advisor Patrick Witt asserts the United States is rapidly losing its competitive edge in the global digital asset landscape, demanding a clear, durable market structure framework to secure economic leadership and investor confidence.