The Fed will spark an economic crash by delaying rate cuts, State Street equity research chief says

"We increasingly begin to hear about things breaking down," State Street's Marija Veitmane said.

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Trump could see jail for gag order violations: ‘Fines are not serving as a deterrent’

Trump’s gag violations in his hush money trial ‘constitute a direct attack on the rule of law,’ judge warns

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It's a tie: Biden 37%-Trump 37% in new USA TODAY / Suffolk poll

Plus: Pivotal testimony from Hope Hicks as we enter a new week of Donald Trump's hush money trial. It's on USA TODAY's daily news podcast The Excerpt.

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DNC requests judges throw out RNC lawsuits in Michigan and Nevada, arguing they are aimed at sowing distrust in 2024 election

The Democratic National Committee is requesting that judges in Michigan and Nevada throw out “dangerous” and “flawed” voter roll- and mail-in ballot-related lawsuits launched by the Republican National Committee earlier this year, warning that they represent former president Donald Trump’s attempts to undermine the American public’s confidence in the upcoming November elections.

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Trump privately tells donors Kristi Noem 'is somebody that I love' after she bragged about killing her dog

Donald Trump offered praise for all of his potential running mates that showed up to a key fundraiser. But his words for Noem come at a critical time.

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How a romance scammer defrauded 3 Tinder dates out of over $100,000

Peter Gray, 35, was jailed for 56 months in the UK after he defrauded three women. Romance scams like these are a growing problem.

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Trump’s hush money trial to resume for fourth week amid ‘Gestapo’ furore: Live

Former president due back in Manhattan Criminal Court on Monday for further witness testimony

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'Great News': RNC's RINO Election Integrity Lawyer Suddenly Resigns

An establishment lawyer handling election integrity portfolio at the RNC suddenly resigned, citing an alleged conflict of interest.

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Why Pro-Israel Groups Are Targeting An Indiana Republican

Former Rep. John Hostettler, an opponent of foreign aid, is accused of trafficking in antisemitic tropes. His response to criticism has not helped.

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Google Antitrust Case: DOJ Accuses Internet Giant of Deleting Sensitive Chat Logs

The DOJ has accused Google of encouraging employees to delete sensitive chat logs where they discussed the inner workings of the search giant's business, including messages potentially revealing the company's alleged anticompetitive practices and monopolistic intent in the search market.

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Gov. Kristi Noem on criticisms of new book: "I wanted people to know the truth"

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The Most Brutal Burns From Netflix’s Epic Tom Brady Roast

Greatest Roast of All Time? Netflix’s live event Sunday night definitely set records for both attendance and raunch.

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New Liberia forest boss plans to increase exports, denies working with war criminal Charles Taylor

In an interview with The Associated Press, the new head of Liberia's forest management authority, Rudolph Merab, said he would work to increase timber exports and cut regulations.

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Emhoff to Meet Jewish Students on Antisemitism -- Including at West Point

Second Emhoff is set to meet with Jewish to discuss the ongoing wave of antisemitism, though West Point is not known to have a problem.

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Judge Merchan finds Donald Trump in contempt for 10th time over gag order

Judge Juan Merchan has found former President Donald Trump in contempt for violating the gag order in the hush money trial for the 10th time and said he’ll consider jail time going forward.

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Trump Media hires new auditor after previous accounting firm charged with 'massive fraud'

Truth Social owner Trump Media went public under the DJT ticker in late March, after merging with Digital World Acquisition Corp.

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Robinhood Markets receives SEC notice for alleged securities violations at crypto unit

Robinhood Markets Inc. has received a notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission about alleged securities violations at its crypto division.

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Family of four survives direct tornado hit after being rescued by storm chaser

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Eye Opener: Storms bring flooding to Texas, tornadoes in the forecast

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Live camera shows peregrine falcons nesting on Alcatraz Island decades after species was largely wiped out from the state

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Judge Gives Trump Final Warning: Jail Is Next

The former president is all out of chances to avoid prison for violating his gag order, the judge said in court Monday morning.

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Karen McDougal Appears To Address Trump Trial With Not-So-Subtle Book Choice

"#Reflecting," the former Playboy model captioned a bathtub photograph on social media.

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Israel issues warning to civilians in Rafah to leave, signaling possible ground invasion

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Columbia Cancels Commencement Ceremony as Anti-Israel Protests Roil Campus

Columbia students will celebrate graduation at ‘smaller-scale, school-based celebrations’ in place of a larger commencement ceremony.

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More Americans are feeling a six-figure salary can't afford them a middle-class lifestyle

In today's big story, we're looking at people who feel like a middle-class salary doesn't equal a middle-class lifestyle.

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A boomer retired early, sold everything, and moved to Turkey. She pays just $500 for basic monthly bills and Social Security more than covers it.

"You don't need millions to retire," Debra Crockett said. She found out she could live comfortably abroad with a very low budget and has no regrets.

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Bodies of three surfers who went missing in Mexico identified, suspects in custody

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I visited Walmart and saw more than 25 premium items you might not expect to find there

Walmart is most known for its rock-bottom prices, which can mean lower quality, but the retailer is stocking more and more premium selections too.

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Columbia cancels main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests: Live updates

Columbia University on Monday announced that it will cancel next week's university-wide commencement ceremony following weeks of protests on campus.

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3-hour Tom Brady roast on Netflix has one seemingly tense moment

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Oxford Students Establish Anti-Israel Encampment Modeled after U.S. Campus Protests

‘The whole world has seen the powerful actions of the students of Columbia and other US universities. Now it is our turn to escalate,’ the organizers wrote.

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Columbia University cancels main 2024 commencement ceremony, will host multiple ceremonies instead

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Candidates for Federal Office Can Raise Unlimited Funds for Ballot Measures

A decision by the Federal Election Commission would allow the Biden and Trump campaigns to raise money for outside groups pushing ballot measures.

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FACT CHECK: Viral X Image Of Mike Lindell At Recent Trump Rally Is Digitally Edited

The image stems from an X account that posts satirical content, according to Lead Stories

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Trump trial to resume after tearful testimony from Hope Hicks, former top White House aide

Former Trump White House aide Hope Hicks cried on the witness stand and Judge Juan Merchan held Donald Trump in contempt of court in last week's proceedings.

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GOP Rep Who Voted To Impeach Trump Gains Primary Challenger

Tiffany Smiley launched a primary challenge to Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington, who is one of two remaining House GOP members to have voted to impeach Trump.

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Minnesota Democrats propose constitutional amendment to protect abortion and LGBTQ rights

Minnesota Democrats have introduced far-reaching legislation that would add abortion and LGBTQ rights to the state’s constitution.

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Vladimir Putin Showed His ‘Violent Nature’ In Deer-Hunting Stunt: Report

The Russian president’s gesture was so jarring that it reportedly made the ex-Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi throw up.

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Planters nuts sold in 5 states recalled due to listeria fears

Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.

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Boeing to launch Starliner in first piloted flight to International Space Station

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Columbia Ditches Commencement Ceremony Amid Gaza Protests

The university said the past few weeks have been “incredibly difficult for our community.”

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Israel: Rafah Operation Imminent, Not a Bluff; 'Liberate Gaza from Hamas'

Israeli spokesman David Mencer said the warning to residents of Rafah was not a bluff and marked the beginning of a long-promised operation.

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White House hits Donald Trump after he accused Democrats of running a 'Gestapo administration'

In a close-door retreat to Republican donors over the weekend, Trump said: “These people are running a Gestapo administration."

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Exclusive – House Panel Launches Official Investigation into U.S. Chamber of Commerce Tax Status over Soros-Linked Donations to Foundation

The top U.S. House committee charged with tax law and oversight has launched a formal investigation into the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

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We're reading: Here's a helpful hint for people starting a media company in 2024

A good tip when starting a media company in 2024? Be well connected. That's a nugget I found interesting in this longer story about Hunterbrook Media.

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Graduation ceremonies impacted by protests against war in Gaza

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Israel Orders Evacuation of Rafah Ahead of Imminent Operation

Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant said ‘there was no choice left’ in an overnight phone call with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.

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Howard Schultz says Starbucks needs to revamp its stores after big earnings miss

In its latest quarter, Starbucks reported a surprise decline in same-store sales and slashed its full-year forecast.

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Howard Schultz tells Starbucks to fix its stores and mobile app to reverse 'fall from grace'

Ex-CEO Howard Schultz says Starbucks needs a "maniacal focus on the customer experience" and to make its app an "uplifting experience" to boost sales.

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Columbia cancels university-wide commencement ceremony after weeks of protests on campus

Pro-Palestinian protests sprouted on campus April 17 when students pitched about 50 tents while demanding a cease-fire in Gaza and insisting the university divest from companies that they say could be profiting from the war.

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