Trump’s Tariffs Are Harming U.S. Carmakers They Claim to Help
August 19, 2025
Ford faces $800M in Q2 losses from Trump-era tariffs meant to aid U.S. automakers, highlighting unintended harm to domestic manufacturing.
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Tariffs Drive Surge in Vegetable Prices—Shoppers to Pay More
August 19, 2025
The nearly 40% increase is the biggest one-month move for a summer month in almost a century.
Proposed USAID Cuts Could Disrupt Louisiana Rice Farmers' Export Market
February 11, 2025
Proposed USAID staff cuts by Trump and Musk could halt key food aid programs, jeopardizing Louisiana rice farmers' exports and threatening market stability.
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Governor Shapiro Launches Pennsylvania's First Housing Action Plan
February 14, 2026
Governor Shapiro's Housing Action Plan aims to ensure safe, stable, and affordable housing for all Pennsylvanians, shaping future state housing policies.
US Manufacturing Revival: Nostalgia vs Economic Reality
February 14, 2026
Exhortations to boost US industry date back to Ross Perot's warnings on NAFTA. Despite past efforts, manufacturing's role remains small.
Educators and Unions File Emergency Motion to Halt ICE in Sensitive Areas
February 13, 2026
EUGENE, Ore.—Plaintiffs AFT and NEA filed an emergency motion to halt ICE operations in sensitive community locations.
Shapiro Administration Allocates $5M to Boost PA Sporting Events
February 13, 2026
Governor Shapiro allocates nearly $5M to bolster sporting events statewide, boosting Pennsylvania's $83.9B tourism sector and supporting local jobs.
AFSCME Retiree Joins Lawmakers to Demand Investigation of DOGE
February 13, 2026
AFSCME retiree Diana Lyles and lawmakers demand an inquiry into DOGE's illegal access to Social Security data, highlighting privacy concerns for seniors.
Weekly Roundup: Impact Investments in Agriculture, Climate, and More
February 13, 2026
ImpactAlpha highlights deals: SP Ventures in Brazil raises $50M for agtech; Phatisa secures $86M for Africa's food resilience.
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