Newsletter Archive

January 2019

Trump, Pelosi Exchange Fire Over the Wall

President Trump warned again Thursday that the bipartisan congressional committee working on a compromise over border security funding will be a “waste of time” if it doesn’t provide money for the wall he wants — and again suggested he’s…

Plus: Plus, Trump's deficits could make history

Kamala Harris Kicks Off Brutal Battle Over ‘Medicare for All’

The hazards Democrats face as they debate “Medicare for all” are on full display this week. California Sen. Kamala Harris, a leading contender for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination, unleashed what CNN calls “a shockwave through…

Plus: Plus, Dems push to expand Social Security

Raise Taxes on the Rich, or Cut Them?

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have sparked intense debate this month by proposing higher taxes on the rich, with Warren calling for a wealth tax and Ocasio-Cortez proposing a 70% top marginal tax rate.

Plus: Plus, Dems want to cut the deficit in half

How Many Billions Did the Shutdown Cost?

Federal employees affected by the 35-day partial government shutdown returned to work Monday — though it will likely be awhile before they can say their lives have returned to normal. Some federal workers told The New York Times that the…

Plus: Plus, is Washington too worried about debt?

It's Over! Trump Caves, Ends Shutdown

It’s over, or soon will be. After 35 days, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history neared a sudden and surprising end on Friday, as President Trump and lawmakers reached a deal to temporarily reopen federal departments and agencies…

Plus: Plus, the soaring cost of insulin

Is Trump Softening on the Shutdown?

The Senate on Thursday failed to pass either of two competing plans to end the government shutdown, now heading for a 35th day.

Plus: Plus, the new push for a wealth tax

Pelosi Takes Down Trump: No State of the Union in Her House

As the partial government shutdown heads for its 34th day, the political brawling between President Trump and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is revving up to new levels. Here’s an update on where things stand: • Pelosi Shuts Down Trump’s SOTU…

Plus: Plus, 7 million more uninsured

A Faint Glimmer of Hope on the Shutdown?

Day 32 of the partial government shutdown brought a tiny, faint glimmer of hope that the impasse could be resolved, even as Republicans and Democrats prepare for the next round of legislative volleys in their ongoing blame game.

Plus: Plus, 'a self-imposed natural disaster'

Trump Strikes Back at Pelosi, Blocking Her Overseas Trip

Friday will be day 28 of the partial government shutdown, but Thursday’s developments offered little hope that closed federal departments and agencies would be reopening soon — and little to allay concerns about dysfunction in U.S…

Plus: Plus, the great debt debate

Pelosi Threatens to Take Trump’s TV Away

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sent a letter to President Trump Wednesday morning asking him to postpone his State of the Union address, scheduled for January 29, or deliver it in writing because of the government shutdown.

Plus: Plus, is the ‘era of tax reductions’ over?

Why Some Conservatives Love the Shutdown

Even lunch is an issue. As the partial government shutdown stretches toward its 26th day, the White House tried to bypass Democratic leadership by inviting rank-and-file House Democrats to lunch with President Trump and nine Republicans…

Plus: Plus, Trump fails to crack Democratic unity

Why Trump Thinks He’s Winning the Shutdown Fight

The partial government shutdown is now heading for its 25th day, four days longer than the previous record, and both sides remain firmly dug in on their positions.

Plus: Plus, 7 ideas to lower drug prices

The Longest Shutdown Ever – with No End in Sight

Three weeks, zero progress. Congress adjourned for the weekend without any movement toward a negotiated resolution to the partial government shutdown, which is now guaranteed to become the longest in history, surpassing the 21-day closure…

Plus: Plus, Ocasio-Cortez’s 70% tax rate bombshell

Trump 'Almost Definitely' to Declare a National Emergency

With talks to end the partial government shutdown showing no signs of progress, President Trump on Thursday said he has “an absolute right to declare a national emergency” in order to build a wall along the southern border without…

Plus: Plus, Ocasio-Cortez’s 70% tax rate bombshell

Trump Storms Out of Shutdown Meeting with Dems

President Trump nailed it. He reportedly told television anchors at an off-the-record lunch before his first Oval Office address to the nation Tuesday night that the strategy, suggested by his advisers, of giving a speech and then heading…

Plus: Plus, the deficit is now on pace to top $1 trillion this year

Why a ‘National Emergency’ May Be Trump’s Best Bet

As the partial government shutdown stretches toward its 19th day, President Trump’s nationally televised address at 9 p.m. ET — his first from the Oval Office — should answer a host of questions:

Plus: Plus, Dems gear up for single-payer health care

5 Ways the Shutdown Pain Could Get Much Worse

As the partial government shutdown heads into its 18th day with no sign of a breakthrough to end the impasse, President Trump is looking to make his case directly to the American public — and not through Twitter. Trump announced he’ll give…

Plus: Plus, Trump's plan to put pressure on Dems

Trump Says Shutdown Could Last ‘Months or Even Years’

Two weeks into the partial government shutdown, there are few signs that the standoff will be resolved anytime soon. President Trump and congressional leaders made little progress Friday at a White House meeting. In remarks to reporters…

Plus: Plus, tax issues to watch in 2019