Study May Undercut Idea That Cash Payments to Poor Families Help Child Development

Rigorous new research appears to show that monthly checks intended to help disadvantaged children did little for their well-being, adding a new element to a dispute over expanded government aid.

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U.S. Economy Shows Signs of Strain From Trump’s Tariffs and Spending Cuts

Consumer and business sentiment is wobbling as fiscal support fades and fears rise that tariffs will lead to higher prices.

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