National Guard troops began arriving at the D.C. Armory on Tuesday morning to report for duty to carry out President Donald Trump’s directive to address crime in the nation’s capital.
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The Internet’s Divided: Anniversary Fund, Tossing Out Toys, More
Should friends and family donate to a couple’s anniversary fund? Is it bad to tell your partner about your friend’s personal life? Is it OK to lie to your kids after you secretly throw away their toys? TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Erin Andrews weigh in on the latest topics that are dividing the internet.
How to Find the Best Health and Home Insurance for You
NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to discuss shopping for insurance and finding the best coverage for your home, auto and health. Tips include discount stacking, understanding plan types and more.
Inside the Costs and Challenges of Making Clothes in the US
More than 97 percent of clothing sold in the United States is made overseas where labor is much cheaper. Now, with the ongoing trade war, talk of buying American has been top of mind for many but what are the costs and challenges of producing in the U.S.? NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.
Inflation remained stubborn in July as energy and food offset increases elsewhere
The pace of consumer inflation remained steady in July, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday, as food and energy prices remained subdued.
Trump nominates E.J. Antoni to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump announced he will be nominating E.J. Antoni, the chief economist at the conservative Heritage Foundation, to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The nomination comes after Trump fired the previous BLS commissioner following the July jobs report.
Migrants returning to Venezuela face debt and harsh living conditions
MARACAIBO, Venezuela — The hands of Yosbelin Pérez have made tens of thousands of the aluminum round gridles that Venezuelan families heat every day to cook arepas.
Trump extends China tariff deadline by another 90 days
President Trump agreed to once again delay the deadline when China’s tariffs would rise as discussions between the two sides continue.
Trump to nominate longtime skeptic to head Bureau of Labor Statistics
The announcement comes after Trump fired the previous Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner, claiming without evidence that the July jobs report was “rigged.”
Trump federalizes DC police and deploys National Guard
President Trump declared a public safety emergency in Washington, DC, deploying 800 National Guard troops and taking control of the city’s police. The White House says the troops will protect federal assets and deter violent crime. Statistics show violent crime is down in the city. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.