Some Unions Concerned About Steel Tariffs
Steve Inskeep speaks to Ken Neumann, Canadian national director of the United Steelworkers Union, about President Trump's steel tariff proposals.
Economy
The TPP Is Dead. Long Live The Trans-Pacific Trade Deal
The U.S. pulled out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership last year. But the remaining 11 signatories carried on, cobbling together a pact under a new name they signed Thursday. Here's how it happened.
Trump Versus The Golden State
Who would've thought the administration's first pre-emptive strike would be against California?
Let's Get Ready to Retail!
In the red corner: the uncontested retail champion of the world: WalMart. In the blue corner, the behemoth of online sales: Amazon.
China Churns Out Half The World's Steel, And Other Steelmakers Feel Pinched
U.S. steel producers have seen their market share erode since China began ramping up production. President Trump sees tariffs on imports as a way to protect domestic producers.
News Brief: Florida Gun Bill Progresses, View From China On Tariffs
Florida lawmakers have passed a package of gun control measures. Also, we hear about how the Chinese government is responding to President Trump's talk of steel tariffs.
TPP Goes Forward Without The U.S.
The Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal will be ratified today by 11 countries. The U.S. was instrumental in organizing the pact, but President Trump pulled out soon after taking office.
Trump Expected To Sign Off On Steel And Aluminum Tariffs Despite Controversy
President Trump is expected to sign off on steel and aluminum tariffs by the end of the week. That's despite the controversy they've generated, including spurring the exit of a key economic aide.
Gig Economy Renews Debate Over Whether Contractors Are Really Workers
Courts are weighing whether some contractors for firms like Uber and Grubhub should receive the rights and benefits afforded to employees — a choice one judge calls an "all-or-nothing" proposition.
Researcher Says 'Criticism Is Valid,' Will Revise Study Finding Low Uber And Lyft Pay
MIT researchers initially said Uber and Lyft drivers were earning a median profit of $3.37 an hour. After Uber criticized the methodology, a co-author says it could actually be $8.55 to $10 an hour.