The Plan To Make America Hazardous Again
Trump’s EPA could stop states from warning people about potentially dangerous chemicals sprayed on their food.
Business
Critical coverage on the global financial system and domestic policies that shape the U.S. economy, with a focus on corporate wrongdoing.
YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Microplastics Meet Their Match
Your fruit bowl comes to the rescue, traffic tax hits the jackpot, anti-abortion activists get buffered, and the Granite State goes green.
The Red State Workers Caught In Trump’s EV Battle
Many clean energy boom towns voted for Trump. Will his administration put them at risk?
On The Line In The Battery Belt
EV plant workers share the risks, rewards, and uncertainties of working toward “the future of the automotive industry” amid Trump-related upheaval.
The Battle For Musk’s Lair
States are quietly weakening corporate accountability to lure Elon Musk and other business interests.
YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: “Today I Am Finally Free”
A legendary activist is released, an arms race slows down, abortion providers get their license, and shoppers dump their toxic exes.
Trump Moves To Kill The Environmental Magna Carta
Administration officials just filed a rule to defang the 1970 National Environmental Policy Act — the statute that lets communities protect themselves from polluters.
YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: A City Runs Clean
A major city cleans up its act, states water local news deserts, indie bookstores kindle competition, and mergers must happen out in the open.
RFK’s Beef With Big Food
Trump’s nominee for health secretary is leading a crusade on junk food, and the industry is getting ready to fight back.
Tim Scott Is “Proud” To Protect His Donors’ Junk Fees
Sen. Tim Scott took millions from banks and said exorbitant customer fees “should not be disturbing or illegal.” Now he’s overseeing financial agencies and trying to reinstate junk fees.