DOGE could target SEC, CFPB – are both agencies needed?
The Department of Government Efficiency that President-elect Trump has tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead could look at regulators with overlapping jurisdictions.
Ford hit with $165M penalty from NHTSA, second-highest in agency's history
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hit Ford with the second-largest civil penalty in its history, saying the automaker failed to recall vehicles in a timely manner.
Musk and Ramaswamy's DOGE opens hiring on X
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which President-elect Trump tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead, announced that it will be hiring via its X account.
Howard Lutnick making push for Treasury job, setting up battle with leading contender Bessent
Howard Lutnick, Cantor Fitzgerald CEO and President-elect Trump’s transition co-chair, is said to be "campaigning hard" behind the scenes to get the coveted Treasury secretary job.
CHARLES GASPARINO: 5 essential lessons for CEOS to thrive in the new Trump administration
Trump's reelection is a huge opportunity for CEOs who want to thrive in the new administration. To do that, executives need to learn about the right and ignore leftist pressure groups.
'Back off': Texas restaurateur fights Labor Department's new overtime rules
A Texas restaurateur who owns 13 Dairy Queens is suing the Labor Department, alleging it doesn't have the authority to set salary thresholds for overtime exempt workers.
Nearly 50% of voters said deepfakes had some influence on election decision: survey
A growing number of political deepfakes are infiltrating consumer lives. The issue is that its getting harder to detect which ones are fake, an expert says.
Pressure campaign secures release of crypto executive from Nigerian prison
Gambaryan has been released from a Nigerian prison following a high-profile pressure campaign by current and former government officials, members of Congress and state attorneys general
Federal judge blocks luxury brand merger between Tapestry and Capri
A federal judge issued a ruling blocking the pending merger of luxury fashion brands Tapestry and Capri on the grounds it would undercut competition in the handbag market.
IRS sets new tax brackets, raises standard deduction for 2025
The IRS released its inflation adjustments to income thresholds for tax brackets as well as deductions, credits and other provisions that will take effect for tax year 2025.
Dronemaker DJI sues Pentagon over Chinese military listing, alleges significant financial harm
Dajian Innovations Technology Co. is suing the Department of Defense after the agency added the China-based company as a designated Chinese military firm.
Want to cancel a subscription? FTC finalizes rule to make it easier for consumers
The FTC announced the final version of its click to cancel rule which aims to make it easier for consumers to cancel subscriptions that would otherwise auto-renew.
California voters to weigh in on harsher punishments for theft and drug crimes
California's Proposition 36 would increase penalties for certain crimes by making changes to criminal justice reforms that were mandated by Proposition 47 in 2014.
Safety tips for using portable generators
As Hurricane Milton slams into Florida, federal regulators put out safety tips for how to properly use portable generators. Improper use can kill families within minutes.
NOAA's 'Hurricane Hunters' utilize Lockheed, Gulfstream planes to get storm data
NOAA's Hurricane Hunters currently uses three aircraft, two made by Lockheed Martin and one by Gulfstream, for traversing through, around and above hurricanes, the agency says.
Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC
More than 10,200 individuals "who bought Chinese-made measuring cups" that the FTC said Pyrex owner Instant Brands marketed as "Made in USA" will receive refunds.
NTSB issues 'urgent' safety alert on Boeing 737 rudder system
The National Transportation Safety Board issued urgent safety recommendations to Boeing over a steering defect related to its 737 planes, adding its growing list of woes.
Looming port strike: What to know about the potential work stoppage
Roughly 45,000 dockworkers plan to stop working as terms of a new contract have yet to be agreed upon. Here's what you need to know about the potential work stoppage.
Republicans blast Small Business Administration over $100M taxpayer-funded 'boondoggle'
The Small Business Administration is receiving sharp criticism from the top Republicans on the Small Business committees in Congress over its handling of a $100 million program.
Car dealerships expected to feel effects of port strike: Have repairs done now, expert says
The looming strike that is expected to begin next week if dockworkers at ports throughout the East and Gulf coasts are unable to negotiate a new contract will impact car dealers.