Trump and Musk cite fraud, but what does a government audit really look like?
Each year, the U.S. government may be losing $233 billion or more to fraud. One way to address the problem: better
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Laurent Belsie
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Risk of a trade war rises as Trump boosts tariffs globally
President Trump is hiking tariffs on steel and aluminum, and pledging to impose more. The question is whether this leads to
Laurent Belsie
18:20
Tariffs on China but not Mexico, Canada? The stakes in a potential trade war.
In postponing some threatened tariffs but not others, U.S. President Donald Trump is sowing uncertainty for businesses and consumers in
Laurent Belsie
04:25
DC plane crash raises questions about strained resources, military use of air spaces
Wednesday’s fatal crash of a civilian plane and military helicopter at Reagan National Airport may reflect rising stresses on air-safety
Laurent Belsie
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Giddy with Trump promises, markets downplay deportation, tariff threats to growth
The prospect of lower taxes and deregulation has pushed stock prices to new records. But mass deportations and tariffs may
Laurent Belsie
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How AI deepfakes test voter confidence and election integrity
Voters worldwide are contending with a new challenge this year: AI fraud. Now it’s America’s turn. An explainer on how
Laurent Belsie
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Dock strike threatens economy before election and holidays
Unions have regained the clout to challenge employers. Now a strike by dockworkers over pay and automation is putting the
Laurent Belsie
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The job market needs workers. The newest ones are over age 75.
This Labor Day, the fastest-growing part of the workforce is also the oldest – people well past “retirement age” seeking
