Democrats are preparing a hostile audit of President Trump and his inner circle, intent on exposing — and ultimately ending — the most lucrative presidency in American history.
Why it matters: Since winning the 2024 election, Trump has operated in a Wild West of his own making — monetizing the office to the tune of billions, while enabling family, friends and donors to cash in along the way.
Fewer Americans are reading books, but here's the plot twist: The bookstore is still staging a comeback.
Why it matters: Once left for dead in the wake of Amazon's rise and the death of Borders,Barnes & Noble and independent booksellers have pulled off a stunning turnaround, opening new stores and reporting higher sales.
America's 250 years have been divided into 47 presidencies, served by 45 men.
A new exhibit on display in the lobby of Goldman Sachs' global headquarters in New York City brings each presidency to life. Artist Salvatore Catalano pairs a portrait of every president with a quote that captures the era or the individual.
Why it matters: "Most Americans can't name the presidents, much less tell you what they look like," Catalano tells Axios. "This was a labor of love."
