Business and Economic News

Trump files $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times
President Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times and four of its journalists. Court documents show the lawsuit was filed Monday in U.S. District Court in Florida. 
How immigrant entrepreneurs find success and challenges in Minnesota
Immigrant-run businesses play a significant role in Minnesota’s economy. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks about how they’re confronting the challenges of tariffs, labor shortages and new immigration policies.
The Fed faces economic uncertainty and political pressure as it decides whether to cut rates
Investors expect the Federal Reserve to reduce its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, to about 4.1 percent. But it's not even clear which Fed officials will be making the decision. 
A framework deal on TikTok has been reached between the U.S. and China
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday after trade talks in Madrid that U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping would speak Friday to possibly finalize the deal.
FAA seeks to fine Boeing $3.1 million for safety violations, door plug blowout
The FAA said it identified hundreds of quality system violations at Boeing's 737 factory in Renton, Wash., and Boeing subcontractor Spirit AeroSystems' 737 factory in Wichita, Kan.
Boeing workers reject their latest contract offer, extending strike at three Midwest plants
Another contract proposal has been rejected by Boeing workers who now have been on strike for nearly six weeks from three Midwest plants where military aircraft and weapons are developed.
Reporter's Notebook: Covering the clean energy transition in northern Minnesota
The proposed sale of one of the state’s largest electric utilities to a private equity firm has sparked fierce debate in northern Minnesota.