Federal Regulation
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RFK Jr. Clears Senate Committee, Heads to Full Vote to Lead HHS
By Jessica NixThe committee voted along party lines; 14 Republicans voted to support him, while 13 Democrats did not.
February 03, 2025
Trump Signs Executive Action to Create Sovereign Wealth FundThe fund could be used to facilitate the sale of TikTok, which is still operating in the U.S.
February 03, 2025
DOGE Access to Social Security Payments Raises AlarmSen. Ron Wyden is fuming over news that Elon Musk's team has access to Treasury's payment systems.
February 03, 2025
Trump Tariffs Will Backfire: Greg ValliereTrump is overplaying his hand, "needlessly making enemies for life," says the AGF Investments policy strategist.
January 31, 2025
Advisor Pleads Guilty to Taking $17M From Clients, Including His AuntScott Mason, former Rubicon Wealth Management president, could face up to 80 years in prison.
January 31, 2025
As Trump Tariffs Near, World Braces for Stock Market SpilloverStarting Saturday, Trump could put 25% tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico or phase in higher duties.
January 31, 2025
New Bill Would Revamp IRSThe legislation would make "common-sense fixes" to the agency, say Sens. Mike Crapo and Ron Wyden.
January 31, 2025
Investors Hit Fidelity With FINRA Claim Over Advisor Accused of Losing $11MFidelity missed red flags when an advisor made risky trades on its platform, according to an arbitration claim.