The initial explanation offered by the Fed was that tariffs hurt demand—by scaring investors and making borrowing more expensive—which leads to less spending, fewer jobs, and lower prices. But there’s a more convincing explanation that fits the data better and aligns with policies seen in recent years, especially during the Trump administration.

For decades, American industries that trade internationally have struggled to compete with cheap labor abroad, especially in countries like China. To keep prices low, U.S. companies often kept wages down, invested less in new technologies, and hired many low-skilled workers. This created a cycle of low wages and low productivity, where many jobs existed but they were often low-quality and poorly paid.

Tariffs change that picture. When broad tariffs are set—not just for one industry but across the board—the pressure from cheaper foreign competition eases. This means companies don’t have to race to the bottom on wages anymore. Workers gain more power when they bargain for pay, since companies can’t easily move jobs overseas. And because wages start to rise, firms find it less sensible to rely solely on cheap labor. Instead, they invest in machines, training, and better production methods.

Other policies like restricting low-skilled immigration, reducing taxes on capital, and lowering interest rates add to this shift. Together, these factors push companies away from low-wage “sweatshop” jobs toward fewer, better-paying, and more productive roles.

This shift explains why unemployment might rise temporarily—some low-skill jobs disappear—but total output doesn’t drop and may even grow. The economy is simply changing the kind of work it supports.

But what about prices? Tariffs are usually seen as adding costs that companies pass on to customers. Still, the study finds prices falling over time. The key is looking at what it costs employers to produce one unit of goods, called unit labor costs. This depends on wages and how much each worker produces.

When workers earn more but produce even more, the cost per unit actually goes down. Companies with lower costs can afford to lower prices or at least not raise them much, which helps bring down inflation.

In short, tariffs combined with smart policies can push the economy toward higher productivity and wages while keeping prices steady or even falling in the long run.

Both stories—the one about tariffs crushing demand and the one about tariffs encouraging better jobs—fit the data from the San Francisco Fed. But looking at the actual policies, especially in recent years, the supply-side story seems to make more sense. Tariffs, along with tough immigration rules and tax breaks on capital, have helped reshape the economy.

That doesn’t mean every tariff is a good idea or that current tarif levels are perfect. Still, this research shows tariffs can do more than just discourage spending. They can help break a cycle of low wages and low productivity, leading to better jobs and cooler inflation.

So the next time tariffs come up in debate, it’s worth remembering they can change how products are made—not just how much stuff people buy.

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Vance pointed out that during the first 10 months under Trump’s leadership, take-home pay for the average American worker grew by roughly $1,200. By contrast, he noted that in the first three years of the Biden administration, workers saw a drop of about $3,000 in their take-home pay. “Wages continue to way outpace inflation,” Vance said, suggesting Trump-era policies created more financial relief for everyday Americans.

Another key point Vance emphasized was job growth happening largely among native-born American citizens during the Trump administration. He criticized the Biden administration, saying most new jobs went to foreign-born workers. “The best thing about the Trump economy is that American jobs are going to American workers for a change,” he said, calling that his proudest achievement.

Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics adds some context to these claims. The agency reported that in September, average hourly pay for private-sector workers rose modestly by 9 cents, or 0.2 percent, reaching $36.67. Over the past year, earnings increased by 3.8 percent. For private-sector production and non-supervisory employees specifically, wages went up by 8 cents to $31.53.

Vance also talked about how automation and robots could help raise wages. He said investing in technology makes workers more productive and earns them higher pay. “If we lean into robotics and technology, it’s going to raise everybody’s wages and make everybody better off,” he told Fox News earlier this month. He contrasted this with what he called the Democratic approach of importing low-wage labor, which he believes hurt blue-collar workers’ wages and job opportunities.

Supporting this tech-driven approach, Trump has also pushed for greater use of automation over increasing migration. Vance said this method empowers American workers rather than replacing them with foreign labor, which he sees as key to boosting wages.

On the flip side, some Democrats remain open to expanding immigration. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently told an audience in Texas that he doesn’t believe immigration is driving wages down. Instead, he said the country benefits from immigration and encouraged smoother immigration systems.

As debates over jobs, wages, and immigration continue, Vance’s comments highlight a clear divide in how different leaders think America should grow its economy. One camp emphasizes boosting native workers through technology and immigration limits, while the other supports bringing in more workers to fill jobs. Both sides seem determined to shape the future of work in the U.S. in very different ways.

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Speaking at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, D.C., where MBS was also present, Trump shared that shortly after the crown prince highlighted the suffering in Sudan, he began efforts to address the conflict. "We started about 30 minutes after you explained to us the great importance of that," Trump said, expressing a new sense of urgency about the situation.

Sudan has been engulfed in violence since a 2023 clash erupted between two rival forces: the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), led by Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), headed by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The conflict has been devastating, with reports of war crimes and severe humanitarian crises. Tens of thousands of civilians, including many Christians, have been killed or displaced, and aid efforts face numerous challenges from both sides.

Trump described Sudan as a nation with a rich history and great potential that has fallen into chaos but believes it can be saved if regional countries work together. He promised to cooperate with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and others to end the violence and stabilize the country.

His call for peace drew support from Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair Jim Risch, who said Congress is ready to back any efforts to end the war and help Sudan recover.

The conflict’s roots trace back years, beginning with the downfall of dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019 and the ill-fated transitional governments that followed. The 2021 coup further deepened instability, leading to the current war marked by brutal fighting and a growing humanitarian disaster.

International involvement complicates the crisis. The UAE reportedly provides weapons to the RSF, while Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia back the SAF. Trump’s challenge includes persuading these allies to cut off support to the warring factions.

Meanwhile, the Biden administration has been criticized for its slow response to the conflict, with some humanitarian groups saying the U.S. only began paying attention after the situation worsened significantly. The current U.S. State Department is reportedly engaging directly with both sides to broker a ceasefire, although progress remains uncertain.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the RSF’s pattern of breaking agreements and committing serious abuses, including sexual violence and other atrocities against civilians. Rubio stressed the need to stop the flow of weapons fueling the conflict.

After Trump and MBS discussed peace efforts, Gen. Burhan welcomed their involvement and expressed willingness to work toward a fair resolution, a notable shift from his earlier stance of seeking to defeat the RSF completely.

As the fighting grinds on with no clear end in sight, many fear the war will spread, destabilizing neighboring countries. Trump’s pledge to tackle this crisis alongside powerful regional partners marks a new moment in international attention toward Sudan’s suffering and hopes for peace.

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“The Alex Marlow Show” is a podcast hosted by Alex Marlow, who is the Editor-in-Chief at Breitbart News. The show airs on weekdays and is produced by Breitbart News and Salem Podcast Network. Listeners can find the podcast on various platforms, including YouTube, Rumble, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

This discussion adds another layer to the ongoing conversation around Epstein by pointing out how institutions like Harvard might be engaged in behind-the-scenes global influence, beyond their public academic role. For those interested, more episodes and related content are available through the show’s official channels.

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Steyer announced his campaign on social media with a bold message. He wants to tackle some of California’s biggest challenges, including the high cost of living, soaring energy prices, and the shortage of affordable housing. In his announcement, he said, “Californians deserve a life they can afford,” and criticized Sacramento’s politicians for being unwilling to make real changes.

He is working with Fight Agency, a political ad firm known for supporting well-known progressive candidates like New York City’s Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders. Steyer’s campaign ad paints him as a disruptor ready to shake up the way things have long been done in California politics, especially by challenging what he sees as too much corporate influence.

Steyer highlights his background as a businessman who built a multi-billion-dollar company before stepping away to focus on giving back to California. His campaign promises include launching the biggest push ever to build affordable homes across the state, breaking up utility monopolies to bring down energy bills, and making sure corporations pay their fair share in taxes. He also points to his past efforts taking on big industries like oil and tobacco companies.

His campaign isn’t just about promises; it follows years of political involvement and donations to Democratic causes. Steyer has supported movements like "Need to Impeach," aimed at former President Donald Trump, and poured millions into climate change campaigns through his super PAC, NextGen America. However, some critics have pointed out his past investments in fossil fuel companies through his hedge fund, Farallon Capital.

During his 2020 presidential run, Steyer focused heavily on early primary states such as South Carolina and Nevada but struggled to win over key groups of voters, including Black voters in South Carolina. He ended his campaign after placing third in South Carolina with just over 11% of the vote and failed to secure any delegates.

More recently, Steyer has remained active in California politics. He gave $12 million to support Governor Gavin Newsom’s Proposition 50, a gerrymandering effort, alongside donors like George Soros. His campaign slogan, “Stick It to Trump,” sparked talk that this run for governor had been building for some time.

As Steyer begins his bid for governor, many will be watching to see if his deep pockets and activist background can finally translate into electoral success in California.

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Earlier reports suggested that AT&T had not handed over any records to Smith, despite receiving a subpoena. However, a letter obtained by Fox News revealed that AT&T did send McCarthy’s records to the special counsel. According to the letter, Smith requested the toll records for McCarthy’s personal cell phone on January 24, 2023. The company later learned it had inadvertently provided these records, which it did not initially realize were linked to a member of Congress.

AT&T explained that the subpoena did not mention McCarthy’s name and only asked for records related to a personal phone number. Because of this, the company did not make any extra checks before complying with the legal demand. AT&T’s Global Legal Demand Center receives thousands of such requests each year, and this particular subpoena was treated as routine.

McCarthy responded strongly to the news, claiming that Smith broke the law by seizing his phone records while he was the House Speaker. He expressed concern that if this can happen to a top official, it could happen to anyone. McCarthy urged the Department of Justice to hold Smith accountable.

The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and scrutiny around the investigations into the January 6 events. It raises questions about transparency and the limits of legal authority when it comes to high-profile political figures.

In an unrelated note, Paul Roland Bois directed the Christian tech thriller “EXEMPLUM,” which has received notable praise, including a 100% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film is available to watch for free on platforms like YouTube, Tubi, and Fawesome TV.

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These lawmakers submitted a legal brief urging the court to reject broad bans on transgender athletes in school sports. They argue that such bans harm transgender students and prevent them from fully being part of their school communities. Senator Mazie Hirono of Hawaii, who helped lead the effort, said these laws also hurt women and girls by exposing them to discrimination and controlling children’s bodies. She emphasized that these bans go against the purpose of Title IX, a federal law that stops sex discrimination in education.

The brief features signatures from several well-known Democrats like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. However, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s name is missing from the list.

The Idaho case started when Lindsay Hecox, a transgender college athlete, sued over Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act. This law prevents trans-identifying male athletes from joining women’s sports teams in the state. A lower court blocked the law after the lawsuit was filed in 2020. Now, Idaho wants the Supreme Court to rule on whether such sports restrictions based on biological sex violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution.

The West Virginia case involves a similar law blocking transgender males from competing on female sports teams. A mother of a transgender student is challenging that state’s law. The Supreme Court is set to hear this case alongside the Idaho one. West Virginia asks if Title IX allows states to separate sports teams by biological sex and whether their law is constitutional.

These cases come amid contrasting views on gender identity and sex. Former President Donald Trump previously signed executive orders emphasizing biological sex as the basis for policies, rejecting gender identity as part of that definition. His administration does not interpret Title IX to cover gender identity, especially when it comes to sports.

The Supreme Court’s current conservative majority has recently made rulings seen as setbacks for transgender rights, including decisions on minors’ access to medical treatments and LGBTQ-related education.

As the Court prepares to hear these cases on January 13, 2026, the nation watches closely. The decisions could have wide-reaching effects on how transgender rights and women’s sports are handled across the country.

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Castro Serrano had been on the run since 2023 after he was accused of a brutal attack on a 22-year-old woman. According to police, he beat her in the head with a tire iron and then raped her, leaving her critically injured in a wooded area behind an apartment complex.

The arrest took place on November 10 in Katy, Texas. After his capture, ICE handed Castro Serrano over to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office so he can face charges. These charges include aggravated sexual assault, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and aggravated kidnapping.

ICE officials confirmed that Castro Serrano first entered the U.S. illegally in 2015 during the Obama administration. A year later, a federal immigration judge ordered his deportation. Despite this, he remained in the country until his recent arrest.

Tricia McLaughlin from the Department of Homeland Security spoke strongly against the crime, calling it barbaric and emphasizing that such dangerous individuals should not be in the country. She also highlighted that ICE and the administration are committed to tracking down and arresting illegal immigrants who commit serious crimes.

This case raises concerns about the immigration system and the challenges of keeping communities safe. For now, Castro Serrano will face justice for the violent acts he is accused of in Houston.

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Mace highlighted several troubling accusations against Mills. These include domestic violence claims, conflicts of interest involving federal contracts linked to his businesses, and questions about the truthfulness of his military service record. She said someone with such accusations shouldn’t be in charge of national security matters, stressing that it’s about the safety of women and the integrity of Congress, not politics.

One notable charge involves a February police report from Washington, DC. Mills’ girlfriend at the time accused him of grabbing and pushing her. The police noted fresh bruises on her arm, and officers said Mills instructed her to lie about how she got those bruises. Although the investigation ended after the woman retracted her claim and said there was no physical fight, the police had found enough evidence to request an arrest warrant for misdemeanor assault.

In a separate, more recent case, Lindsey Langston, a former partner and Republican state committeewoman, claimed Mills threatened to release intimate photos of her and harm her future partners. A Florida court agreed she needed protection and issued a restraining order against Mills. The judge stated Langston had reasonable cause to fear more violence without legal safeguards.

Additionally, Mace raised concerns about Mills’ business ties. The Office of Congressional Conduct found that companies owned by Mills secured nearly $1 million in federal contracts for weapons and munitions since he took office in 2024. This raised questions about conflicts of interest, especially since Mills serves on committees overseeing military aid and arms sales. One of his companies reportedly sold weapons to countries like Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and Colombia during his tenure, overlapping with his committee responsibilities.

Mace also questioned Mills’ military record, pointing to several veterans who served with him. They dispute Mills’ version of events related to a Bronze Star recommendation in 2021, with one calling parts of the account a “fabrication.”

An earlier attempt by House Democrats to censure Mills and remove him from the Armed Services Committee recently fell through. They withdrew their effort after a GOP-backed attempt to censure Delegate Stacey Plaskett over her past contacts with Jeffrey Epstein narrowly failed. Some Republicans, including Reps. Don Bacon, Lance Gooden, and Dave Joyce, sided with Democrats on the failed vote to censure Plaskett, while others voted “present.”

Rep. Kat Cammack, another Florida Republican, criticized the GOP for what she called a “backroom deal” aiming to protect Mills by blocking any vote on his censure. She called out the move as wrong and swampy, saying these kinds of deals should always be called out.

Mills is currently separated but still legally married to Rana Al Saadi, a former national security official under the Trump administration.

This fight over Mills’ future in Congress highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party, as concerns about ethics and accountability clash with political alliances. As the situation unfolds, all eyes will be on how his colleagues respond to these serious allegations and calls for action.

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The controversy began after documents from Epstein’s estate were released by the House Oversight Committee. These papers included texts showing that Epstein had sent messages to Plaskett during a congressional hearing where she was questioning Michael Cohen, former lawyer to Donald Trump. Epstein praised Plaskett’s performance in the hearing and shared details about the testimony as it unfolded. Plaskett responded in ways that suggested a friendly relationship, despite Epstein’s criminal background.

The censure attempt sought more than a formal reprimand: it aimed to remove Plaskett from the House Democratic Caucus and strip her of her seat on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. This committee handles sensitive national security matters and oversees agencies such as the FBI and CIA.

Rep. Ralph Norman, a Republican from South Carolina who introduced the censure, said the documents raised serious concerns about Plaskett’s conduct. He called it alarming that a sitting member of Congress appeared to coordinate with a convicted sex offender during an official oversight hearing.

However, Democrats firmly opposed the move. Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland argued that Plaskett did nothing illegal or unethical. He pointed out that Epstein was a resident of the Virgin Islands, making him a constituent of Plaskett’s district. Raskin said the censure was a political distraction and questioned whether any phone call with Epstein should trigger such punishment.

In the end, the effort to formally reprimand and remove Plaskett from her roles failed to gain enough support. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Congress over ethics and accountability, especially involving figures linked to Epstein.

For now, Plaskett remains on the Intelligence Committee and in the House Democratic Caucus. The debate over her relationship with Epstein may not be over, but Tuesday’s vote showed that many lawmakers saw no reason to push further consequences at this time.

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