Friday, Jan 31

A midair collision involving an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near Washington D.C. has claimed 67 lives. Recovery operations are underway with extensive investigations.

Friday, Jan 31

Trump attacks Fed Chair Jerome Powell for maintaining interest rates as inflation persists, raising concerns about the Fed’s independence and economic policy.

Friday, Jan 31

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker faces serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple massage therapists, with the NFL now initiating an investigation.

Friday, Jan 31

FCC Chair Brendan Carr has initiated probes into NPR and PBS for allegedly breaching federal laws against commercial advertisements, heightening tensions in public broadcasting.

Friday, Jan 31

Trump criticizes Fed Chair Powell's decision to maintain interest rates amid his calls for significant cuts, highlighting ongoing tensions over economic policy.

Friday, Jan 31

Trump offers federal workers an $8 million buyout to resign by February 6, stirring controversy about workforce cuts and potential government chaos.

Friday, Jan 31

The Federal Reserve pauses interest rate cuts as inflation remains above target and it assesses the impact of President Trump's economic policies.

Friday, Jan 31

The Trump administration revoked its federal grant freeze less than two days after it caused widespread confusion and legal challenges nationwide.

Friday, Jan 31

Phyllis Fong, USDA inspector general, was escorted from her office after resisting her firing by the Trump administration, citing legal compliance issues.

Friday, Jan 31

The U.S. economy exhibited robust growth in 2024, with a 2.3% increase in Q4 and steady consumer spending leading the way, though inflationary pressures continue.