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President Trump's Foxconn Promise, So Far Unfulfilled

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President Trump's Foxconn Promise, So Far Unfulfilled

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President Trump heralded Foxconn's plan to build a big plant near Milwaukee, eventually creating 13,000 jobs. But the project has stalled and been downsized and is again in the political crosshairs.

President Trump's Foxconn Promise, So Far Unfulfilled

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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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Trump Sues Deutsche Bank And Capital One To Block Records' Release

President Trump wants to keep the banks from complying with congressional subpoenas seeking his bank records. He's joined in the suit by three of his children and some of his real estate businesses.

Trump Sues Deutsche Bank And Capital One To Block Records' Release

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Negotiators Are In Beijing For Talks On Ending U.S.-China Trade War

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has been suggesting that the U.S. and China are closing in on a trade deal. NPR's David Greene talks to Erin Ennis, of the U.S.-China Business Council.

Negotiators Are In Beijing For Talks On Ending U.S.-China Trade War

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Even In The Robot Age, Manufacturers Need The Human Touch

A robotic arm works on the production line at Volvo's factory in Ridgeville, S.C. But other essential jobs, including major portions of final assembly, are still left to people. Camila Domonoske/NPR hide caption

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Even In The Robot Age, Manufacturers Need The Human Touch

At modern auto plants, some tasks, like welding together a car's body, are entirely automated. But other essential jobs, including major portions of final assembly, are still best left to people.

Even In The Robot Age, Manufacturers Need The Human Touch

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As Nuclear Waste Piles Up, Private Companies Pitch New Ways To Store It

Once it is safe to remove the spent fuel from the pool, it's stored outside in metal casks. They are lined up on a concrete base, behind razor wire and against a hillside near the power plant. Olivia Sun/NPR hide caption

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As Nuclear Waste Piles Up, Private Companies Pitch New Ways To Store It

Nuclear power plants around the country are running out of room to store spent fuel. Federal plans for a permanent disposal site are stalled, so private companies come up with their own solutions.

As Nuclear Waste Piles Up, Private Companies Pitch New Ways To Store It

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Boeing CEO Defends 737 Max Jets Against Angry Shareholders

Boeing executives gave an update on their 737 Max jetliners Monday. The planes have remained grounded since the company's second crash.

Boeing CEO Defends 737 Max Jets Against Angry Shareholders

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U.S. Trade Negotiators Resume Trade Talks With China

U.S. and Chinese trade negotiators are back at the bargaining table. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says after months of negotiation, they should know soon whether a final agreement is possible.

U.S. Trade Negotiators Resume Trade Talks With China

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CEO Dennis Muilenburg To Face Boeing's Shareholders After 2 Max 8 Crashes

Boeing's CEO appears at the company's annual meeting Monday morning in Chicago. It's the first time he'll face shareholders since two fatal crashes involving the now-grounded 737 Max 8 passenger jet.

CEO Dennis Muilenburg To Face Boeing's Shareholders After 2 Max 8 Crashes

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News Brief: Synagogue Shooting, Joe Biden, Boeing Shareholders Meeting

A gunman opened fire at a California synagogue killing a woman. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden holds his first campaign rally in Pittsburgh. Boeing's CEO faces shareholders in Chicago.

News Brief: Synagogue Shooting, Joe Biden, Boeing Shareholders Meeting

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Keeping Money Secrets From Each Other: Financial Infidelity On The Rise

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Keeping Money Secrets From Each Other: Financial Infidelity On The Rise

As many as 41% of American adults deceive their partners by hiding secret debts or accounts. Therapists say it's increasingly common, and it's both the loss of trust and resources that hurt.

Keeping Money Secrets From Each Other: Financial Infidelity On The Rise

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