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Yellen: Eliminating abortion rights would have "very damaging" effect on economy

Roe v. Wade "helped lead to increased labor force participation. It enabled many women to finish school."

Axios · May 10, 2022

Biden Officials Split on Easing China Tariffs to Slow Inflation

The Biden administration is split on whether to pare back tariffs on imports from China in an effort to cut consumer costs and reduce inflation, as the White House gives renewed consideration to a step that has divided officials.

Bangkok Post · May 4, 2022

Washington Warming To Crypto? Coinbase's Brian Armstrong Says Over 50% Of People In D.C. Are 'Pro Crypto' Now

Policymakers may be slowly and steadily warming to the concept of cryptocurrencies and its adoption, according to Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) co-founder and chief executive officer Brian Armstrong.

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

Biden announces heavy artillery, other weapons for Ukraine

The aid, Biden said, will be sent “directly to the front lines of freedom.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 21, 2022

Biden, Yellen meet with Ukrainian prime minister

Shmyhal is also set to meet with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and other Cabinet members.

Axios · Apr 21, 2022

Yellen says U.S. to give Ukraine another $500 million to keep government running

The United States will give Ukraine another $500 million in to help its government continue critical government operations, doubling the $500 million aid pledge by President Joe Biden in March, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Thursday.

Reuters · Apr 21, 2022

US to provide $500 million more in financial aid to Ukraine

The United States will provide $500 million more in financial assistance for Ukraine to sustain critical government operations as it fends off the Russia invasion

The Independent UK · Apr 21, 2022

G20 walkout ushers in new era of financial diplomacy

The officials aim to put pressure on Putin through all means possible.

Axios · Apr 21, 2022

G20 walk out in condemnation of Russia's war in Ukraine

Senior officials from Britain, the United States and Canada walked out on Russia's representatives at a Group of 20 meeting on Wednesday with many members condemning Moscow's war in Ukraine, exposing deep divisions within the bloc of the world's major economies.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 21, 2022

Officials walk out of G20 meeting over Russia’s participation

US, Canadian and British officials leave Group of 20 meeting in Washington as Russian delegates speak, UK minister says.

Al Jazeera · Apr 20, 2022