1821. Supreme Court press corps asks chief justice to live-stream court's opinions
NPR Washington Desk discusses the press corps' request for the Supreme Court to live-stream its opinions, highlighting the lack of response from the chief justice.
1822. If You Lie With DOGE You Get Fleeced
The post discusses the fallout from the Trump-Musk relationship, criticizing Musk's failed promises regarding government spending and the negative impact of DOGE initiatives.
1823. Inflation is holding steady as Trump's tariffs have yet to fully hit
Scott Horsley discusses the steady inflation rates and the delayed impact of Trump's tariffs on consumer prices.
1824. YoY Measures of Inflation: Services, Goods and Shelter
An argument that analyzes year-over-year inflation measures for services, goods, and shelter, highlighting trends and changes in pricing over time.
1825. At least five interesting things: Anything but protests edition (#65)
The post discusses various topics including government efficiency, misconceptions about waste, and the viability of solar energy, while steering clear of protests.
1826. MBA: Mortgage Applications Increase in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications rose significantly, driven by increased purchase and refinance activity, despite economic uncertainties and fluctuating interest rates.
1827. Protecting your home from disaster might not help you get insurance
Michael Copley discusses the challenges homeowners face in obtaining insurance despite their efforts to protect against disasters.
1828. ABC drops Terry Moran after he calls Trump a 'world-class hater'
The post discusses ABC News's decision to terminate Terry Moran for violating company policies after he labeled Trump a "world-class hater."
1829. The secret tariff-free zone
Robert Smith discusses the concept of bonded warehouses at the Port of Baltimore, highlighting their role in allowing tariff-free storage of imported goods.
1830. The U.S. and China have agreed on a framework to resolve their trade disputes
The Associated Press reports that the U.S. and China have reached a preliminary agreement to resolve their trade disputes following two days of discussions in London.
1831. Taxing Capital Gains Only After Realization
An argument that capital gains should be taxed only upon realization, highlighting the implications of interest rates and the inequities of taxing unrealized gains.
1832. Can anyone beat Cuomo? And is it Zohran?
Joel Wertheimer discusses the New York City mayoral primary race between Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani, highlighting polling dynamics and the implications of ranked choice voting.
1833. Thoughts for Your Penny
David Henderson discusses the economic implications of discontinuing the penny, highlighting the costs of production and comparing the U.S. system to Canada's experience.
1834. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories illustrating economic principles, including consumer behavior, bankruptcy, savings rates, pricing strategies, and living wage requirements across states.
1835. Contradictions in “Our National Resources”
An argument that nationalism contradicts economic principles by promoting mercantilism while undermining individual property rights and the efficiency of free trade.
1836. By Request: Public and Private Sector Payroll Jobs During Presidential Terms
Bill McBride analyzes employment trends in public and private sectors during presidential terms, highlighting differences in job growth and economic conditions across administrations.
1837. A Terrible Track Record on Trade Negotiations
Jon Murphy critiques Trump's trade negotiation strategies, highlighting failures in the China trade war and the USMCA, emphasizing a lack of understanding of trade principles.
1838. Apple takes it slooooow
The discussion centers on Apple's cautious approach to integrating AI into its products, contrasting past failures with recent updates that prioritize functionality over hype.
1839. CPI Preview
Bill McBride discusses the upcoming Consumer Price Index release, providing forecasts and insights on inflation trends and contributing factors.
1840. We Finally Know What “American Carnage” Was About
The discussion centers on the misrepresentation of urban crime by Trump to justify authoritarian measures, highlighting the contrast between reality and his rhetoric.