Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed short-term bond moves even as he touted the U.S. market, saying, “what happens over a month doesn’t matter.”

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The U.S. House on Tuesday is expected to vote on a short-term spending measure that would avoid a government shutdown until after November’s midterm election.

The arbitration ruling adds a new layer of stress to a long-simmering water dispute between two nuclear-armed neighbors.

Iran launched an attack on two American bases in Jordan on Monday in retaliation for the U.S. attack on its Larak Island.

Bipartisan lawmakers cautioned that existing safeguards may not be enough to keep up with AI’s advances.

Trump argued rapid growth should not prompt Fed rate hikes, even as inflation remains above the central bank’s 2% target.

Chief Justice John Roberts dissented with three liberal justices, saying, “That construction is likely unlawful.”

The White House says it is seeking near-term steps to boost refining capacity as affordability and gas prices loom over the midterm election.