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US vows 'another way' if Iran talks stall as Hormuz diplomacy advances
world5 days ago

US vows 'another way' if Iran talks stall as Hormuz diplomacy advances

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington will pursue 'another way' if talks with Iran fail to end the conflict, as mediators push a phased deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend the fragile ceasefire; President Trump cautions against rushing a deal, oil prices fall on the possibility of progress, and a senior official says any agreement would involve gradual demining and phased sanctions relief contingent on Iran's compliance. Talks in Tehran with Pakistan and Qatar could hinge on Tehran offering to dilute or hand over its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and establishing a framework for further nuclear talks, with Israel watching closely.

via Financial Times|
#ceasefire#iran#oil-prices
Trump widens rift in GOP with attack on supporters of $1.8B ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund
us-politics-and-policy7 days ago

Trump widens rift in GOP with attack on supporters of $1.8B ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund

President Donald Trump publicly attacked Republican senators who objected to his $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund, calling them RINOs and saying they’re “screwing the Republican Party.” The fund, tied to a settlement of his IRS lawsuit, is billed as compensation for people charged over the January 6 riot and to support supporters amid debates over an immigration-enforcement bill; several GOP leaders criticized it, with Mitch McConnell calling it “utterly stupid” and Susan Collins and Thom Tillis voicing opposition. The vote was postponed as the party braces for the 2026 midterms, signaling internal GOP discord. Trump also claimed the IRS settlement implicated him financially, a claim legal experts dispute.

via Financial Times|
#anti-weaponisation-fund#donald-trump#lawfare
Trump tightens his grip as GOP drifts toward a personality cult
us-politics-and-policy7 days ago

Trump tightens his grip as GOP drifts toward a personality cult

FT Swamp Notes argues the GOP has become a Trump-centered personality cult, as dissenters like Cassidy, Cornyn and Massie were punished in primaries; Trump’s grip on loyalists remains ironclad, even as more Republicans push back on costly, Trump-aligned policies. The piece suggests voters’ focus on the economy and affordability may determine the midterms more than Trump’s corruption, though loyalty to Trump still shapes the party’s trajectory.

via Financial Times|
#cult-of-personality#donald-trump#midterm-elections
Trump delays AI regulation order amid White House rift over scope
us-politics-and-policy8 days ago

Trump delays AI regulation order amid White House rift over scope

President Donald Trump abruptly postponed signing a long‑planned executive order to vet AI models for national security and cyber risks after weeks of White House infighting over the plan’s scope; the proposal would have seen leading AI firms voluntarily submit models for government checks, but Trump said he didn’t like certain aspects and wanted to avoid hindering US leadership and job growth, as public concern over AI safety and impact grows.

via Financial Times|
#artificial-intelligence#donald-trump#technology-regulation
Trump nominees push for a finite Powell chair tenure at the Fed
us-politics-and-policy14 days ago

Trump nominees push for a finite Powell chair tenure at the Fed

Two Trump-nominated Fed officials object to keeping Powell as chair pro tempore for an unlimited duration, arguing the designation should be finite; Powell will remain chair until Kevin Warsh is sworn in after his Senate confirmation, marking a transitional, time-limited leadership. Miran voted against the designation and Bowman abstained; Warsh could be sworn in as soon as next week following a 54-45 Senate vote. The episode underscores tensions over Fed independence amid partisan pressure and continuing debate over the path of monetary policy and rate cuts.

via Financial Times|
#federal-reserve#jerome-powell#kevin-warsh
Judge releases Epstein suicide note, reviving doubts about his death
us-politics-and-policy23 days ago

Judge releases Epstein suicide note, reviving doubts about his death

A US federal judge released a handwritten suicide note purportedly written by Jeffrey Epstein, allegedly found by his former cellmate during a 2019 suicide attempt, in which Epstein hints at ending his life amid a probe. The New York City medical examiner ruled Epstein’s death a suicide by hanging in a Manhattan jail, though conspiracies persist. The disclosure comes as DOJ document releases reveal Epstein’s ties to powerful figures, fueling political controversy in the US ahead of midterm elections.

via Financial Times|
#conspiracy-theories#jeffrey-epstein#medical-examiner
National-security pretext narrows wind-farm approvals, stalling 165 projects
us-politics-and-policy26 days ago

National-security pretext narrows wind-farm approvals, stalling 165 projects

The Trump administration cites national security to widen a wind-energy crackdown, stalling about 165 onshore wind projects overseen by the Department of Defense—many mid-negotiation or previously deemed low-risk—potentially halting up to 30 GW of capacity that could power roughly 15 million homes, amid ongoing court battles and broader fossil-fuel incentives.

via Financial Times|
#donald-trump#national-security#renewable-energy
US fuel shock outpaces G7 as Iran conflict rattles pumps
global-economy28 days ago

US fuel shock outpaces G7 as Iran conflict rattles pumps

The Iran crisis has triggered the sharpest fuel-price surge in the US among G7 economies, with petrol up about 42% since late February to an average of $4.39 a gallon and diesel up 48% to $5.57, even as major producers pause output increases. JPMorgan notes US prices are pressured by exports to Asia and thinning inventories, while higher taxes and subsidies abroad cushion pump-price swings elsewhere. The rise comes ahead of the summer driving season and poses inflation and political risks for President Trump, despite the US still generally paying less per litre than Canada or the UK.

via Financial Times|
#commodities#global-economy#middle-east-war
FCC launches unprecedented Disney license review after Melania joke controversy
us-politics-and-policy1 month ago

FCC launches unprecedented Disney license review after Melania joke controversy

Federal regulators ordered a sweeping review of Disney’s ABC stations for potential violations, escalating government scrutiny of the media giant after a joke by Jimmy Kimmel about Melania Trump drew harsh criticism from the White House. Disney defended its compliance with FCC rules, while the Commission’s move signals a rare, potentially lengthy licensing process that could face legal challenges. The episode underscores ongoing tensions over political speech, media power, and regulatory oversight in the US.

via Financial Times|
#disney#fcc#first-amendment
Warsh assets draw Democratic fire ahead of Fed chair confirmation
us-politics-and-policy1 month ago

Warsh assets draw Democratic fire ahead of Fed chair confirmation

Democratic senators on the Senate banking committee are pressing Federal Reserve chair-nominee Kevin Warsh over more than $100 million in undisclosed assets, threatening to complicate next week’s confirmation hearing. Warren described Warsh’s holdings as a red flag and warned a divestment promise isn’t enough for transparency, while the Office of Government Ethics says current disclosure is compliant. Warsh disclosed over $130 million in assets, mostly in Duquesne funds, with Juggernaut kept confidential due to a confidentiality agreement. The probe into Powell and Republican resistance to Warsh’s nomination add to a highly contentious political backdrop for the confirmation.

via Financial Times|
#confirmation-hearings#elizabeth-warren#federal-reserve
Warsh's Wealth: Fed Chair Pick Reports Assets Over $130 Million
us-politics-and-policy1 month ago

Warsh's Wealth: Fed Chair Pick Reports Assets Over $130 Million

The Financial Times reports that Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh disclosed assets worth more than $130 million, including about $100 million tied to Juggernaut investments from Stanley Druckenmiller’s Duquesne, plus over $13 million in consulting fees last year. Many holdings are valued only in ranges or are confidential, and roughly 60 disclosed investments could not be shown publicly, with potential divestment if he is confirmed, making precise totals uncertain and raising questions about conflicts of interest.

via Financial Times|
#assets#duquesne#federal-reserve
Trump extends Iran talks deadline as markets reel
world2 months ago

Trump extends Iran talks deadline as markets reel

President Donald Trump pushed back the deadline for a peace deal with Iran by 10 days to April 6 after a Wall Street sell-off that sent major indices lower; he said on Truth Social that, at Tehran’s request, the period of energy-plant destruction would be paused and that talks to end the war are ongoing. The move comes as the Pentagon deploys thousands more US troops to the region and oil prices rise, fueling inflation fears that weighed on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Iran denies direct negotiations but says it has been in contact with third parties seeking a resolution.

via Financial Times|
#iran#markets#middle-east-war
Trump escalates bid to curb CFPB amid cost-of-regulation claims
us-politics-and-policy3 months ago

Trump escalates bid to curb CFPB amid cost-of-regulation claims

The Trump administration has stepped up its bid to dismantle the CFPB, citing a White House–Council of Economic Advisers analysis that its rules have raised borrowing costs for Americans—estimates range from about $237 billion to $369 billion—while court rulings have kept the agency operating during litigation; Democrats counter with different cost calculations and highlight CFPB gains, noting the agency has returned nearly $20 billion to consumers and secured $5 billion in fines, but critics say the regulatory burden has restricted credit and driven up costs.

via Financial Times|
#consumer-financial-protection-bureau#donald-trump#financial-services