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Search ArticlesTrump administration cites national security to halt offshore wind projects
The Trump administration has halted major offshore wind projects and begun buying back leases, claiming national security risks based on a classified Pentagon report. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says turbine fields pose threats by interfering with radar and potentially masking drone incursions or affecting undersea sonar, though such issues have existed for years and solutions are available.
Business inventories rise as sales hit highest pace since 2021
US business inventories climbed 0.3% in May following a 0.6% increase in April, matching economists’ expectations. Inventories were up 3.1% year-over-year, according to the Commerce Department’s Census Bureau. The big picture: Despite a surge in goods imports early in the second quarter, inventory builds remained moderate, suggesting strong underlying domestic demand. Inventory levels have been drawn down for four straight quarters prior to this increase.
U.S. tightens rules for foreign students, journalists, exchange visitors
The Trump administration announced a new final rule that sets fixed durations for F visas (students), J visas (cultural exchange), and I visas (journalists), replacing the previous policy of allowing stays for the duration of the program or employment. The rule is scheduled to take effect 60 days after publication in the federal register, pending congressional review.
Uber proposes takeover of Delivery Hero
Uber made a $14.8 billion all-cash offer to acquire German delivery company Delivery Hero, marking one of the largest M&A moves in the food and grocery delivery sector. The proposed acquisition would significantly expand Uber’s presence in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, positioning the company as a dominant global player in the delivery market.
Trump proposes replacing immigrant truck drivers with veterans
President Donald Trump announced he would seek to replace immigrant truck drivers with American military veterans if elected president in 2026. Trump made the statement during a campaign rally, emphasizing his commitment to increasing job opportunities for veterans. What he’s saying: He criticized current trends in the trucking industry, alleging that immigrant labor is displacing American workers.
Stripe, Advent make takeover offer for PayPal
Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have made a $53 billion bid to acquire PayPal, aiming to consolidate their position in the financial technology sector. The big picture: The offer values PayPal’s shares at about $60.50 each, a 28% premium over the prior trading day before the deal was reported. PayPal’s board has not yet formally responded; the offer reportedly includes $50 billion in committed bank financing.
Verizon to sell retail stores and lay off corporate employees
Verizon announced it will sell 274 company-owned retail stores and cut approximately 500 corporate jobs as part of its ongoing restructuring efforts. The changes will affect around 3,000 retail and corporate employees in total. The big picture: After these sales, Verizon will own about 1,000 stores, with the sale taking effect August 16. This follows previous layoffs, including a May round and a major cut of more than 13,000 jobs announced last November.
GOP advances $95 billion plan for Iran War funding, election overhaul
House Republicans moved forward with a $95 billion budget resolution to fund the ongoing Iran war, agricultural aid, and a major overhaul of election laws. Driving the news: The plan responds to President Trump’s demands for increased defense spending and enacting his signature voter ID initiative, the SAVE America Act. If passed, the resolution would allow the budget to move through the Senate via reconciliation, bypassing the usual 60-vote threshold.
Jobless claims drop, indicating continued labor market strength
New U.S. unemployment claims fell by 8,000 to a seasonally adjusted 208,000 for the week ending July 11, coming in lower than economists’ forecasts of 217,000. The decline in claims follows a surge at the end of May and elevated numbers through mid-June. THe big picture: Current levels of jobless claims are seen as consistent with a “slow hire, slow fire” job market, signaling general stability.
Palisades Fire victims say governments must do more to help
By Chris Woodward State and local governments have streamlined permits for rebuilding after California’s 2025 wildfires, but residents in hard-hit communities like Pacific Palisades say more needs to be done. The Palisades Fire in January 2025 burned 24,000 acres across the coastal Los Angeles neighborhood of Pacific Palisades and the nearby city of Malibu and unincorporated Topanga Canyon community. Nearly 6,900 structures were destroyed.