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Politics

A bill banning stock trading for Congress members is advancing

DS Staff | Aug 01, 2025

Senate Democrats and Republican Sen. Josh Hawley voted to advance the HONEST Act, a bill banning stock trading for members of Congress and future presidents and vice presidents. The measure drew sharp criticism this week from President Donald Trump.

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Trump targets Brazil, copper and cheap imports

DS Staff | Jul 31, 2025

President Donald Trump has rolled out a fresh wave of tariffs, including a 50% levy on copper and select Brazilian imports, while revoking the de minimis tariff exemption for foreign packages valued under $800.