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Trump's MPG rules may cost drivers more on gas than they save on cars

Trump's MPG rules may cost drivers more on gas than they save on cars

Trump's new fuel-economy rules may lower sticker prices on new cars, but federal estimates show many drivers could spend more on fuel.
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Rubio waives human rights restrictions to release $320 million in military aid to Egypt

Rubio waives human rights restrictions to release $320 million in military aid to Egypt

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has waived a restriction on $320 million in military aid to Egypt that had been previously withheld over human rights concerns
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Will a gas-tax holiday actually lower gas prices?

Will a gas-tax holiday actually lower gas prices?

Several states are suspending gas taxes as fuel prices rise. Experts say drivers may see smaller savings than expected.
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US Judge blocks housing grant cuts while anti-DEI challenge proceeds

US Judge blocks housing grant cuts while anti-DEI challenge proceeds

By David Hood-Nuño WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from canceling nearly $56 million in housing counseling grants, preserving the funding while a legal challenge to the cuts moves forward.
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Kennedy Center Honors to be held at Capital One Arena amid demolition fight

Kennedy Center Honors to be held at Capital One Arena amid demolition fight

By Jasper Ward WASHINGTON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - This year's Kennedy Center Honors will be held at Washington's Capital One Arena as the Trump administration faces legal and congressional challenges over plans to demolish the John F.
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US sanctions target Iran's auto, rail sectors as blockade chokes ship lanes

US sanctions target Iran's auto, rail sectors as blockade chokes ship lanes

By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The Trump administration imposed sanctions on Iran's rail and auto sectors and their foreign suppliers, the Treasury Department said on Thursday, widening its wartime economic campaign to isolate Tehran.
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US Navy awards RTX's Raytheon $24.4 billion contract for Standard Missile-6 amid stockpile concerns

US Navy awards RTX's Raytheon $24.4 billion contract for Standard Missile-6 amid stockpile concerns

By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - RTX's Raytheon unit won a multiyear contract worth up to $24.4 billion to produce Standard Missile-6 interceptors for the US Navy, the service said on Thursday, as the Pentagon pushes to replenish munitions stockpiles depleted by conflicts in the Middle
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US senators hit deal on energy project permitting bill, vote after midterm elections

US senators hit deal on energy project permitting bill, vote after midterm elections

By Timothy Gardner and Nichola Groom WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - US senators from both parties said on Wednesday they have reached a deal to reform laws on the permitting of large energy and infrastructure projects, though a vote will not occur before the midterm elections.
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Senators will try to win approval of permanent Chinese car ban in November

Senators will try to win approval of permanent Chinese car ban in November

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - The two US senators backing a permanent legislative ban on Chinese vehicles in the US will not seek approval until the Senate returns from recess in November, congressional aides said Wednesday.
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Hegseth is set to announce more cuts to the military's general and admiral ranks

Hegseth is set to announce more cuts to the military's general and admiral ranks

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to announce further cuts to the number of generals and admirals in the military
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Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midterms

Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midterms

The Senate has failed to advance a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills
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Ukraine to present ‘wish list’ for new Russia sanctions under Graham law

Ukraine to present ‘wish list’ for new Russia sanctions under Graham law

Ukraine will present the Trump administration and Congress this week with a wish list of Russian companies, vessels and individuals it would like to see hit with U.S. sanctions under a new law signed by President Donald Trump this month