Tariffs on lumber and appliances set stage for higher costs on new homes and remodeling projects
Shopping for a new home? Ready to renovate your kitchen or install a new deck? You'll be paying more to do so.
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Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown
President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation funding the government through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown and capping off a struggle in Congress that deeply divided Democrats.
SC joins states supporting Trump's birthright citizenship Executive Order
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined 18 other states in filing a friend-of-the-court brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals supporting President Trump’s Executive Order on birthright citizenship.
Democratic Party fractures in government shutdown fight, with anger running high
The Democratic Party was fracturing Friday as a torrent of frustration and anger was unleashed at Senate Democrats, led by Sen. Chuck Schumer, who faced what they saw as an awful choice: shut the government down or consent to a Republican funding bill that allows President Donald Trump to continue slashing the federal government.
Senate works to avert partial government shutdown ahead of midnight deadline
The Senate finds itself on Friday in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare as Democrats confront two painful options: allowing passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions or voting no and letting a funding lapse ensue.
SC builders react to tariffs
The European Union and Canada quickly unveiled retaliatory measures this week after President Donald Trump’s anticipated tariffs on imported steel and aluminum took effect.
Poll: 55% of Americans say fed cuts will cause harm
Americans are growing more concerned about the economy.
SC House passes $14 billion budget
House members at the State House have approved the $14 billion spending plan for South Carolina.
Trump threatens retaliatory 200% tariff on European wine after EU proposes American whiskey tax
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, Champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey.
Senate Democrats refuse to go along with GOP spending plan, as shutdown deadline nears
A day before a shutdown deadline, Senate Democrats are mounting a last-ditch protest over a Republican-led government funding bill that already passed the House but failed to slap any limits on President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk's efforts to gut federal operations.
Putin says he agrees in principal with US proposal for 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that he agrees in principle with a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but the terms need to be worked out, and he emphasized that it should pave the way to lasting peace.
US stocks fall as Trump's latest tariff threat offsets good news on the economy
The U.S. stock market is falling Thursday, even after getting a double-shot of encouraging news on the economy.
From soup cans to airplanes, steel and aluminum are a fundamental part of American life
The construction industry uses about one-third of all U.S. steel shipments, more than any other industry, according to the Council on Foreign Relations.
Federal judge grills government attorney over Pentagon's handling of transgender service members
A federal judge on Wednesday signaled that she was deeply skeptical that the Pentagon's handling of transgender service members complies with federal law
'In DOGE we trust:' House GOP governs by embracing Trump's effort to cut government
A familiar scene has played out over and over in the U.S. House: Republicans, unable to approve federal funding legislation on their own, edge toward a risky government shutdown, until Democrats swoop in with the votes needed to prevent catastrophic disruptions.
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- The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away Jan 15, 2026 2:21 PM ESTThe ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever
- Alaska woman appeals voter fraud charges in case that puts spotlight on status of American Samoans Jan 15, 2026 11:57 AM ESTA state appeals court is being asked to dismiss felony voter misconduct charges against an Alaska resident born in American Samoa
- House GOP's new Jan. 6 committee questions what happened that day Jan 15, 2026 2:21 AM ESTThe House GOP’s new Select Committee on the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack has held its first hearing, but it's clear the trauma of that day still lingers
- Liberian man arrested in Minneapolis raid was regularly checking in with authorities, lawyer says Jan 15, 2026 1:33 AM ESTThe Liberian man arrested over the weekend after heavily armed immigration agents used a battering ram to break through the front door of his Minneapolis home had been checking in regularly with federal authorities for years, his attorney said
- In his own words: Stephen Miller's arguments for White House actions in US cities and abroad Jan 15, 2026 1:10 AM ESTDeputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller has argued for years that the Venezuelan government has intentionally orchestrated mass migration into the United States
- Milk gets a perch on Trump's desk but takes a back seat at bill signing Jan 15, 2026 12:05 AM ESTAn Oval Office ceremony meant to celebrate milk was overshadowed by President Donald Trump making news on other fronts
- Federal judges allow California to use new US House map ahead of 2026 election Jan 14, 2026 11:09 PM ESTA panel of federal judges has sided with California in the fight over a new U.S. House map approved by voters
- New DHS rule aims to shorten visa wait times abroad for religious workers serving US congregations Jan 14, 2026 11:02 PM ESTThe Department of Homeland Security is making it easier for visa-holding religious workers to serve U.S. congregations with less disruption
- 22 candidates enter Georgia race to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress Jan 14, 2026 9:50 PM ESTA district attorney, a state senator and a trash-hauling entrepreneur are among the 22 candidates bidding to succeed former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in a Georgia congressional seat
- Maryland Democratic Gov. Wes Moore pushes the case for redrawing the state's congressional map Jan 14, 2026 9:33 PM ESTMaryland Gov. Wes Moore says he wants to move forward with redrawing the state’s congressional map
