Brightline Brought High-Speed Rail to Florida. Can the Public Sector Follow?

In Florida, Brightline has proved that it can operate reliable, well-designed passenger trains that people want to ride. Can the public sector do the same?

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Want to Play a Game? Global Trade War Is the New Washington Pastime.

Two dozen trade experts gathered recently to simulate how a global trade war would play out. The results were surprisingly optimistic.

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As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It Hurts

The central bank’s outreach to companies has taken on new significance as the outlook for growth and inflation gets cloudier.

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Amazon’s New Movie Strategy Starts With Theaters

The streaming giant is planning to release at least 14 movies a year in theaters around the country, rivaling other major studios.

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High Stakes and Lack of Details Add to Jitters About Trump Tariffs

Business leaders and investors remain on edge ahead of President Trump’s expected announcement of a sweeping new round of tariffs.

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When Banksy Came to Red Hook and Made His Mark

A chunk of wall that bears the work of the graffiti artist will go on display in Manhattan this month.

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Democrats May Be Down, but Their Appetite for Voting Hasn’t Dimmed

They have had strong turnout in special elections and in the early voting for today’s elections.

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As Republicans Target Colleges, Harvard Cower

Harvard, the wealthiest school in the world, sought compromise amid pressure to do more to combat antisemitism. The Trump administration is examining its funding anyway.

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Trump’s Mantra from Schools to FEMA: ‘Move it Back to the States’

President Trump justifies his plan to shutter the Education Department by saying that states should control schools. He’s using the idea to explain other policies now, too.

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Will Dan Caine, Trump’s Pick for Joint Chiefs Chairman, Be Blunt or Hold His Tongue?

A Senate hearing on Tuesday could be just the first exercise in needle-threading for Lt. Gen. Dan Caine as he tries to maintain credibility with President Trump while staying true to military norms.

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