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In Trump's Trade War, Americans Will Be Asked To Show Economic Patriotism

Chinese shipping containers are stored at the Port of Los Angeles in Long Beach, Calif. Americans, in bigger numbers than ever, like trade. But they also believe China doesn't play fair in trade. Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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In Trump's Trade War, Americans Will Be Asked To Show Economic Patriotism

Americans, in bigger numbers than ever, like trade. But they also believe China doesn't play fair in trade.

In Trump's Trade War, Americans Will Be Asked To Show Economic Patriotism

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U.S. Agrees To Drop Steel, Aluminum Tariffs On Mexico And Canada

The tariffs had been a source of great tension between the U.S. and its two neighbors, who imposed retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exporters.

U.S. Agrees To Drop Steel, Aluminum Tariffs On Mexico And Canada

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U.S.-China Trade Tariffs Conclude

Trade talks between the U.S. and China ended hours after the U.S. raised tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods. Both sides said the Friday negotiations were brief but productive.

U.S.-China Trade Tariffs Conclude

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U.S. Hikes Tariffs On Chinese Imports, As Tense Trade Talks Continue

A shopper browses digital products at a market in Beijing. Trade tensions between China and the United States have grown significantly this week, after the Trump administration accused Beijing of backing down from commitments it had made in trade negotiations. Andy Wong/AP hide caption

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U.S. Hikes Tariffs On Chinese Imports, As Tense Trade Talks Continue

U.S. tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese consumer and business products increased to 25% from 10% on Friday morning, raising the stakes between the world's two largest economies.

Politics

President Trump Defends Himself Against Report He Did Not Pay Taxes For 8 Years

President Donald Trump says he just did what other real estate developers were doing. He took enormous businesses losses for tax purposes. On Twitter, he described it as "sport."

President Trump Defends Himself Against Report He Did Not Pay Taxes For 8 Years

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China 'Reneging' On Trade Commitments, U.S. Officials Say

Traders and financial professionals work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Monday. U.S. stock markets fell sharply at the open but crept higher as the day wore on after President Trump threatened to raise tariffs on imports from China. Drew Angerer/Getty Images hide caption

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China 'Reneging' On Trade Commitments, U.S. Officials Say

China and the U.S. are scheduled to continue trade talks in Washington this week, but U.S. officials go into the negotiations accusing China of "reneging" on its commitments.

China 'Reneging' On Trade Commitments, U.S. Officials Say

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The U.S. Gained 263,000 Jobs In April, Showing A Healthy Economy

The U.S. gained 263,000 jobs in April, exceeding expectations and providing fresh evidence that the economy is in good health. The unemployment rate tumbled to 3.6%, the lowest in nearly 50 years.

The U.S. Gained 263,000 Jobs In April, Showing A Healthy Economy

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Trump Sues 2 Banks To Block Democrats From Investigating His Finances

President Trump is suing Deutsche Bank, as well as Capital One, in attempt to block the banks from responding to subpoenas from two House panels seeking personal financial documents related to the president, his family and his company. Michael Probst/AP hide caption

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Trump Sues 2 Banks To Block Democrats From Investigating His Finances

The lawsuit seeks to prevent Deutsche Bank and Capital One from responding to subpoenas from two House panels seeking personal financial documents related to the president, his family and his company.

Trump Sues 2 Banks To Block Democrats From Investigating His Finances

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Revised NAFTA Deal Would Offer Modest Economic Benefits, Report Says

The renegotiated trade pact among the U.S., Mexico and Canada would modestly boost the U.S. economy, most notably in the auto industry, according to the International Trade Commission's report.

Revised NAFTA Deal Would Offer Modest Economic Benefits, Report Says

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2 House Committees Issue Subpoenas To Deutsche Bank For Trump's Financial Records

House Democrats have ramped up their investigation of President Trump's finances by issuing a subpoena to Deutsche Bank, which is one of few financial institutions willing to lend to Trump recently.

2 House Committees Issue Subpoenas To Deutsche Bank For Trump's Financial Records

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The Losers And Winners Of The Trump Administration's Big Tax Cut

It's tax day and many Americans are finding out whether last year's big tax overhaul really did cut their taxes. Most did, but some people saw their tax bill go up considerably.

The Losers And Winners Of The Trump Administration's Big Tax Cut

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How'd You Feel If Your Boss Made $486 For Every Dollar You Make?

Citigroup Chief Executive Officer Michael Corbat (from left), JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and other top bank executives are sworn in before testifying before the House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday. Mandel Ngan/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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How'd You Feel If Your Boss Made $486 For Every Dollar You Make?

Citigroup's CEO received $24 million in compensation last year, while the median employee pay at the bank was just under $50,000. Executive pay was one of the issues at a House hearing Wednesday.

How'd You Feel If Your Boss Made $486 For Every Dollar You Make?

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Bank Of America Raising Its Minimum Wage To $20 An Hour

People walk past a branch of Bank of America in New York City in 2015. The bank announced Tuesday that it's raising its minimum wage to $20 an hour by 2021. Mark Lennihan/AP hide caption

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Bank Of America Raising Its Minimum Wage To $20 An Hour

The wage increase, which will be phased in by 2021, comes as the strong economy means employers are competing to fill open positions.

Bank Of America Raising Its Minimum Wage To $20 An Hour

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