Why Trump’s tariffs delivered record revenue but limited economic benefits
Since returning to the White House in January, President Donald Trump has overturned decades of U.S. trade policy…
Hiltzik: Don’t trust the government stats
The federal government’s monthly releases of economic statistics — especially the inflation rate and growth as tracked by…
Judge blocks Trump effort to strip security clearance from attorney
WASHINGTON — A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a March presidential memorandum to revoke the security…
H-1B visa fee upheld by Federal judge
A federal judge said the Trump administration can move ahead with a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa…
Justices block troop deployment in Chicago; 3 conservatives object
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled against President Trump on Tuesday and said he did not have legal authority…
‘It’s a Wonderful ICE?’ Trumpworld tries to hijack a holiday classic
For decades, American families have gathered to watch “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Christmas Eve. The 1946 Frank…
California hasn’t paid $20B loan for Covid unemployment
Deadbeat California lawmakers still haven’t paid off a $20 billion federal loan for unemployment claims during the pandemic…
Nicki Minaj takes stage with Erika Kirk, praises Trump and mocks Newsom
Fireworks lit the stage and the audience roared as pop star Nicki Minaj walked out hand-in-hand with Erika…
Contributor: Who can afford Trump’s economy? Americans are feeling Grinchy
The holidays have arrived once again. You know, that annual festival of goodwill, compulsory spending and the dawning…
Lawmakers weigh impeachment articles for Bondi over Epstein file omissions
WASHINGTON — Lawmakers unhappy with Justice Department decisions to heavily redact or withhold documents from a legally mandated release of…
Who is Bass running against? ‘The billionaire class,’ she says
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Noah Goldberg giving…
Hiltzik: Trump’s statistical gymnastics – Los Angeles Times
Much attention has been focused on Donald Trump’s use of words — that is, his peculiar style of…