The Fed Tries to Steer Clear of Politics, but an Election Year Is Making It Tough

Economists are wondering whether political developments could play into both the Fed’s near-term decisions and its long-term independence. Read More

Where Third-Party and Independent Candidates Are on the Ballot

For presidential candidates who are not the Republican or Democratic Party nominee, getting on the ballot for the general election is a state-by-state, make-or-break scramble. Read More

A new Koch? RFK Jr’s running mate is a key campaign funder

LOS ANGELES, California — California is often referred to as an ATM of politics for the frequency with which candidates of both parties jet in to scoop up campaign cash ... Read More

This state is one of the last strongholds for machine politics. That's about to change.

Ballots in New Jersey look way different than in other states, and it's long been used to strengthen party bosses' control. That's about to change. Read More

Corporate Political Donations Poised to Spark Shareholder Lawsuits

Major US companies could face lawsuits from their own shareholders for making political donations, according to a new legal strategy progressives are advocating to reign in corporate influence on ... Read More

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rallies supporters, holds nominating convention in Iowa

WEST DES MOINES — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was formally nominated as a candidate for president in Iowa on Saturday, as hundreds of his supporters gathered in West Des Moines to hear the independent ... Read More

Oh, a new (draft) crypto tax form

LITTLE SNEAK PEAK: The IRS rolled out a draft form for cryptocurrency transactions on Friday, the latest step in its implementation of new reporting requirements for digital assets. Read More

As Trump Stands Trial, Biden Sees Campaign Opening

The president has made small gains in polls and is set to receive endorsement from members of the Kennedy family. Read More

The drug war devastated Black and other minority communities. Is marijuana legalization helping?

A major argument for legalizing marijuana was to stop the harm caused by disproportionate enforcement of drug laws in minority communities. But efforts to help those most affected participate in the ... Read More

Your movie theater may be shortchanging your drinks, lawsuit alleges

Popcorn, soda and — shrinkflation? A moviegoer is spearheading the fight against what he considers false advertising at the concession counter. Read More