Heritage economist Parker Sheppard highlights surprising public interest in factory jobs and why it matters to our economy. … MORE
Trump’s Tariffs Produce Announcement of U.S. – U.K. Trade Deal
(WBAP/KLIF) — AP U.S. President Donald Trump said from the White House on Thursday that his government has reached a trade agreement with the United Kingdom. Trump said the deal increases access for U.S. agricultural products, though he added that the final details were still being written up. Britain says the deal will cut tariffs…… MORE
New Pope Chosen on Thursday’s Vote
UPDATE: Lord Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo the 14th, the first American Pope, Cardinal to the city of Chicago, U.S., is chosen as the new Pope. He left as a missionary to go to Peru as a young man, starting his journey with the Catholic Church. VATICAN CITY (AP) — White smoke poured from the…… MORE
How Long Before We Get Rid of the Texas Lottery?
The Texas Lottery’s future is on the line as lawmakers debate reauthorization. Should we treat the people gaming the system like card counters at the casinos?… MORE
As Trump Battles Elite Colleges, House GOP Looks to Hike Endowment Tax by at Least Tenfold
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress looks to slash spending and raise revenue for President Donald Trump’s tax bill, Republicans have turned attention to the huge endowments amassed by the country’s wealthiest colleges. Varying proposals have called for raising the rate to 14% or 21%, treating traditionally tax-free universities like major corporations. Trump previously said he…… MORE