It’s the economic end times, so obviously I’m thinking about my takeaway coffee | Emma Brockes

The true scale of what’s happening is hard to grasp, so our irrational brains reach for measly acts of self-denial Most of us, confronted with daily forecasts of recession and economic downturn, have an emotional response that expresses itself in a range of behaviours. Big purchases may be deferred or cancelled. Travel plans are revisited. … Read more

Scoop: Republican National Committee showcases record fundraising as party builds 2026 war chest

FIRST ON FOX: The Republican National Committee (RNC) is quickly coming out of the gate when it comes to fundraising. The RNC reports hauling in $56.1 million during the January-March first quarter of 2025 fundraising as the national party committee builds resources for next year’s midterm elections, when it will defend its majorities in the … Read more

Stocks tumble following Fed chair’s concerns over economy, tariffs

The stock market took another tumble Wednesday amid a new warning from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell about the impact of President Donald Trump’s global trade war. Trump is defending the tariffs, falsely inflating the revenue they’ve brought in. NBC’s Garrett Haake reports for TODAY from the White House.

Judge weighs holding Trump admin in contempt over deportations

The Trump administration is appealing after a judge threatened criminal contempt against them and said officials ignored his order to turn around deportation flights headed to El Salvador in March. “The Constitution does not tolerate willful disobedience of judicial orders,” Judge James Boasberg wrote. NBC’s Hallie Jackson reports for TODAY.