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Consumers caught in triple stack of pain

Trump's signature is coming to U.S. currency — as cash use fades

Iran's Parliament speaker takes center role in peace talks

Trump's signature coming to U.S. cash. Who signs money and why

Stock indexes step into correction territory

A line chart that tracks the Nasdaq Composite daily from Jan. 2, 2025, to March 26, 2026. The index fell from 19,280.79 to a low of 15,267.91 on April 8, 2025, then climbed to a peak of 23,958.47 on Oct. 29, 2025, before easing to 21,408.08.

Nasdaq Composite index

Data: Financial Modeling Prep; Chart: Emily Peck/Axios

Vance's greatest challenge: Making peace with Iran

May primaries to test Trump's grip on the GOP

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Thune lays out next steps after Trump's move to restore TSA pay

Scoop: Cabinet to huddle to talk midterms, economy

Trump extends deadline for Iran negotiations

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2024 will be an election year like no other, as President Biden seeks re-election amid economic uncertainty, two wars and questions about his age. His likely foe, former President Trump, faces felony charges and vows revenge on his political enemies. Meanwhile, Americans generally are dissatisfied with those choices and are divided over immigration, race, education and more.

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