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Economy
Will Back And Forth Over Tariffs Turn Into A U.S.-China Trade War?
President Trump ordered tariffs on China to address complaints that the country forces U.S. businesses to give up industry secrets. Scott Simon talks with Washington Post correspondent David J. Lynch.
U.S.-China Trade War Fears Send Global Stock Markets Tumbling
The Dow lost a total of more than 1,100 points in the past two days amid rising trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Japan's Nikkei dived 4.5 percent, and indexes also fell in Europe.
Trade War Could Damage U.S. Consumers More Than China
Historically, both sides usually lose in trade wars. But, one side often loses more than the other. While China could be hurt by the Trump administration tariffs, U.S. consumers, companies and our allies could end up being damaged more.
President Trump Signs $1.3 Trillion Spending Bill, But Is 'Unhappy' About It
Congress passed a $1.3 trillion spending bill overnight, that President Trump sharply criticized as he signed it on Friday following a veto threat.
Spending Bill Protects Tipped Workers From Sharing With The Boss
The president signed a spending bill Friday that, among other things, safeguards workers' tips. It blocks an earlier Trump administration move that may have allowed restaurant owners to pocket them.
The Oil Rig Count
One of the best gauges of the state of the oil business is a pretty simple one: just count the drilling rigs.
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
Zuckerberg apologized and Marlon Bundo topped the charts.
News Brief: John Bolton's National Security Views, Chinese Tariffs, Gun Control March
President Trump says John Bolton, noted for his hawkish views, will be his new national security adviser. Also, Trump announced new tariffs on Chinese imports and we preview a march for gun control.
Trump Orders Stiff Tariffs On China, In Hopes Of Cutting Trade Gap By $50 Billion
Trump ordered stiff new tariffs on a wide range of Chinese imports in response to what the White House calls China's unfair treatment of U.S. technology.