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White House admits error for false claim on black employment

Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters that Obama created only 195,000 jobs for African-Americans during his tenure compared to Trump's 700,000 new jobs in two years. The U.S. economy added about 3 million jobs for black workers under Obama.
by The Associated Press

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White House takes aim at financial protections for military

White House takes aim at financial protections for military

Documents obtained by NPR show proposed changes that critics say would leave service members vulnerable to getting ripped off when they buy cars.
by Chris Arnold

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Trump's Harley boycott call roils Wisconsin primary

Trump's Harley boycott call roils Wisconsin primary

President Donald Trump's call for a boycott of Harley-Davidson motorcycles forced Gov. Scott Walker and other Republicans to either criticize the president or stick with the Milwaukee-based company just ahead of Tuesday's primary where Trump allegiance has been a central focus.
by Associated Press

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Elon Musk says Saudi investment fund could help him take Tesla private

Elon Musk says Saudi investment fund could help him take Tesla private

The Tesla CEO, reportedly under scrutiny by federal regulators for earlier statements, says the Saudi fund is looking to diversify away from oil with a bigger investment in the electric car company.
by Avie Schneider

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Climate One: Wall Street and Climate Change

Climate One: Wall Street and Climate Change

Host Greg Dalton interviews three experts on the ways corporations, and their shareholders, can make an impact on climate change and environmental sustainability.

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The relentless pace of satisfying fans is burning out some YouTube stars

The relentless pace of satisfying fans is burning out some YouTube stars

In the age of fast-paced social media, the pressure to perform has reached new heights. Like many entertainers who dream of reaching the top, YouTube stars are discovering it's not all fun and games.
by Laura Sydell

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At shuttered St. Paul bakery, immigration audit left bitter taste

At shuttered St. Paul bakery, immigration audit left bitter taste

Documents obtained by MPR News detail the rising number of businesses being audited to find unauthorized immigrants. The shutdown of St. Agnes Baking Co. earlier this year shows the cascading effects of the federal crackdown.
by Riham Feshir

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