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How a Chinese Border Town Keeps Russia’s Economy Afloat
The flow of goods in Manzhouli, China’s main border crossing with Russia, underscores increasingly close ties between the two countries, complicating China’s relationship with Europe.
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In Epstein, Democrats Find Weapon Against Trump and Republicans
A conspiracy theory many of them once dismissed has given Democrats a potent tool for exploiting G.O.P. divisions, even if it has little to do with what many regard as their best line of attack against Republicans.
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Democrats Have Few Tools to Counter G.O.P. Redistricting
A plan in Texas that could give Republicans at least five more House seats has Democrats fuming, and without many paths to fight it.
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Trump to Visit Federal Reserve As Campaign Against Powell Intensifies
The administration has repeatedly criticized Jerome H. Powell, the chair of the central bank, for his handling of the economy and the cost of renovations at the institution’s headquarters.
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How Trump’s Japan Deal Could Give Japanese Cars a Leg Up in the U.S.
President Trump’s 15 percent tariff on cars from Japan has angered U.S. automakers, which make cars in Canada and Mexico subject to 25 percent tariffs.
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Appeals Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Restrict Birthright Citizenship
The ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit brings the White House’s theory of citizenship closer to a full Supreme Court review.
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Unlocking the Universe: How Quantum Physics Redefines Reality
Have you ever had one of those days where you start questioning the very fabric of reality? Maybe it’s the fault of that second espresso shot, or perhaps it’s a sign you should stop binge-watching sci-fi shows at 2 a.m. But what if I told you that the universe is even weirder than your wildest…
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House Ways and Means to Crypto’s Rescue on Taxes?
On July 16, 2025, the House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on crypto taxation. Congress and the Administration did not address tax issues in the most recent Digital Asset legislation, as previously discussed here. Among the topics discussed at the hearing were……By: Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
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Navigating AI’s Twin Perils: The Rise of the Risk-Mitigation Officer
Generative AI is not just disrupting industries—it is redefining what it means to trust, govern, and be accountable in the digital age. At the forefront of this evolution stands a new, critical line of employment: AI Risk-Mitigation Officers. This position demands a sophisticated blend of technical expertise, regulatory acumen, ethical judgment, and organizational leadership. Driven…
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GENIUS Act Signed Into Law: A Game Changer for Legal Discovery and Information Governance
ComplexDiscovery Editor’s Note: President Trump’s signing of the GENIUS Act sets a new course for professionals in eDiscovery, cybersecurity, and information governance. By formalizing federal oversight of stablecoins—requiring one-to-one reserve backing, comprehensive AML/KYC compliance, and technical capabilities to freeze or seize tokens under court order—the Act introduces compliance obligations that reach deep into how digital…