Category: Politics
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Which Industries Employ the Most Immigrant Workers in the U.S.?
In 2023, nearly one-fifth of the workforce was born abroad: of the 160.2 million people in the U.S. workforce, about 29.7 million were immigrants. This represents an increase from 2010, when immigrants made up 15.6% of the workforce. Immigrants are employed in various industries, with concentrations in education, health, and professional services.Which industries employ the…
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Trump Tariffs Take Effect. What Will Cost You More?
Donald Trump announced a month ago new tariffs on imported products from China, Canada, and Mexico, the three main trading partners of the U.S. This Tuesday, March 4, the new rates take effect: an additional 10% on imports from China and 25% on most imports from Canada and Mexico. The three countries decided to retaliate.…
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Trump Suspends Military Aid to Ukraine
President Donald Trump temporarily suspended the delivery of all U.S. military aid to Ukraine on Monday (3), military and senior government officials reported. The decision comes just days after Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a disagreement at the White House. The order affects more than $1 billion in weapons and ammunition. Officials said…
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Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Falls, But His Administration’s Rating Remains Positive
A survey conducted by Quantus Insights between February 24 and 26 with 1,000 registered voters showed that Trump’s approval rating is now at 51%, compared to 45% disapproval, leaving him with a positive balance of six points. However, this is down from the previous Quantus Insights survey conducted between February 10 and 12, which showed…
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Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Received a tax refund this year? While it may be tempting to spend impulsively, if you really want to treat yourself, financial professionals recommend using the payment for practical expenses. According to certified financial planning professionals, here are smart ways to spend your tax refund that will improve your life: 1. Build an emergency fund:…
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What are tariffs and how do they work?
Since Donald Trump took office in January, the term tariffs has dominated the headlines. But what exactly are tariffs? Tariffs are taxes paid by companies that import goods internationally. They are used as a tool to control global trade. Tariffs, sometimes called duties or customs duties, are taxes on goods traded between nations. When goods…
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Belém Transforms to Host COP30
Brazil is already breathing the air of the 30th United Nations Conference on Climate Change, COP30, which will be held from November 10 to 21, 2025, in Belém, in the heart of the Amazon. With just a few months to go before the Climate Summit, the Brazilian Federal Government has intensified preparations to welcome over…
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International Women’s Day: A Global Celebration of Equality and Empowerment
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Public Anticipates Changes with Trump, but is Divided on Whether They Will Be Good or Bad
A little over a month after Donald Trump returned to the White House, the American public is equally divided on the impact his new administration will have on the federal government: 41% say Trump’s administration will improve the functioning of the federal government, while 42% say it will make it worse. And although Trump is…
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How Much Does the U.S. Federal Government Spend?
Donald Trump is determined to reduce the federal government, arguing that there is too much inefficiency and waste.But how much does the U.S. federal government spend?About $6.8 trillion in fiscal year (FY) 2024. This amounts to about $19,900 per person in the U.S. The amount the government can spend depends on the revenue it collects…