Ben Black, Chief Executive Officer, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
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TikTok Finalizes Divestment Deal to Avoid U.S. Ban
The social media giant creates a new U.S. joint venture in an effort to retain its user base. TikTok has officially formed a new U.S. joint venture in…
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Administration Provides Oversight on Changes to Venezuelan Oil Industry
The interim president signed a law opening up privatization as the U.S. secretary of state testifies on the administration’s intentions before the Senate. President Donald Trump and Secretary…
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Education Department Awards $256 Million in Literacy Grants
The funding highlights evidence-based instruction and expanded state leadership. The U.S. Department of Education recently announced $256 million in new Education Innovation and Research (EIR) grants directed at…
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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Hong Kong Businessman for False SEC Filings
Federal prosecutors say shell companies and false SEC filings were used to promote stock purchases that led to major investor losses U.S. authorities charged a Hong Kong resident…
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IRS Raises Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026
Limits have been increased by $500 and more for various savings plans. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced increased limits for 401(k) and Individual Retirement Account (IRA) plans…
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President Makes Trade Deals with More Countries
Switzerland, South Korea, El Salvador, Argentina, Ecuador, and Guatemala each make agreements with the U.S. The United States announced several trade deals this week, with Switzerland, South Korea,…
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U.S. Treasury Conducts $20 Billion Bailout of Argentina’s Peso
Treasury secretary said, “Argentina faces a moment of acute liquidity.” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently announced that the United States has supported the Argentine Peso with a $20…
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Commerce Secretary Announces Open Registration for 2026 Investment Summit
SelectUSA event to highlight international investment and economic partnerships as the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary. U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick announced that registration is open for…
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President Trump Issues Order Permitting Alaska Mining Access Road
The U.S. is now a major stakeholder in a mining company. President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing his administration to approve permits for a mining access…
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