The border wall between the US and Mexico is, of course, a barrier meant to prevent human migrants from crossing into America as they seek work, family, or refuge from violence. It’s also a significant barrier to ranging wildlife. The border wall, a centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s agenda, cuts through a rugged, unique ecosystem … Read more
Four years ago, America was on the cusp of the largest expansion of its welfare state since the 1960s. Under Joe Biden in 2021, House Democrats passed legislation that would have established a monthly child allowance for most families, an expansion of Medicaid’s elder care services, federal child care subsidies, universal prekindergarten, and a paid … Read more
Businesses across the United States have for months warned that they would raise prices on their customers in response to President Trump’s tariffs. The latest data show that it is happening only in a limited way so far, helping to keep a lid on inflation. The Consumer Price Index, released on Wednesday, rose 2.4 percent … Read more