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Trump threatens trade with Spain
Data: FactSet; Chart: Matt Phillips President Trump's threat to "cut off all trade" with Spain was immediately a market event — at least in Europe.Why...
U.S. revokes Iran oil waivers after attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration on Tuesday revoked the temporary waivers it issued as part of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran that had allowed Tehran...
Behind the Curtain: These 3 big AI trends are colliding at the same time
Three AI trends are accelerating and colliding, forcing government, business and investors to rethink strategies in real time:AI is getting bigger and better, both here...
The hidden costs of low-tax states
Data: U.S. Census; Note: Data for Hawai'i and Alaska starts in 1955 and 1957, respectively; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios VisualAmerica's state governments now run on two...
Inside the McConnell health rumor mill
Senate GOP leaders say they have spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell in recent days, as speculation swirls online among MAGA influencers about the Kentucky Republican's...
Why Obamacare premiums are set for another double-digit jump
The cost of Obamacare coverage is due to rise by a median of 14% next year, according to a new analysis, marking further turmoil for...
U.S. strikes Iran after attacks on vessels in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military said it struck Iranian military targets in the area of the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday in retaliation for renewed Iranian attacks...
Scoop: Republicans prepare $8 million ad blitz against Platner replacement
Republicans are preparing to welcome a potential Graham Platner replacement in Maine's Senate race with $8 million in negative ads, aiming to introduce a new...
Scoop: Trump administration lifts restrictions on OpenAI's GPT 5.6
The Trump administration has given OpenAI the green light for a broad launch of its advanced GPT-5.6 model, a source familiar with the situation confirmed...
Oil jumps after Trump's Iran ceasefire comments
Data: Financial Modeling Prep; Chart: Ben Geman/AxiosOil markets are taking President Trump's claim that the Iran ceasefire is "over" seriously, but not literally.Why it matters:...
The Trump effect: Why Dems embraced a Platner time bomb
Graham Platner was a walking time bomb long before the on-the-record rape allegation he denied this week.A Nazi tattoo, social media rants, rampant rumors about...
With Iran ceasefire "over," Trump shifts to battle for Hormuz
The White House is preparing for what could become a multi-day or even multi-week exchange of fire with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.The length...