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April 15, 2026
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White House budget negotiations amid congressional deadlock

White House Faces Pressure as Budget Talks Stall in Congress

Pressure is mounting on the White House as budget negotiations in Congress remain deadlocked, raising concerns about a potential government shutdown and broader economic disruption.

Trump calls for House funding bill to pass unchanged during government shutdown

Trump Demands ‘No Changes’ to House Funding Bill Amid Shutdown

Policymakers debate fiscal and monetary strategy amid mixed U.S. growth signals

Policy Debate Intensifies as U.S. Growth Signals Turn Mixed

U.S. economic growth slows amid immigration crackdown and population trends

U.S. Growth Slows as Immigration Crackdown Impacts Population

Policymakers and investors react to U.S. inflation report globally

U.S. Inflation Report Sparks Policy Debate at Home & Abroad

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U.S. Federal Reserve officials delivering monetary policy speeches

Monetary Policy Speeches Reflect Mixed Signals

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U.S. officials reviewing consumer spending data and fiscal strategy

Government Finance Talks Amid Consumer Spending Trends

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Federal Reserve policy debate amid inflation and market data

Fed Policy Debate Intensifies on Inflation and Market Data

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Political discussion around U.S. dollar weakness and interest rate outlook

Congressional Economists Weigh Year-End CPI Impact

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