Officials have tried to ditch a shorthand definition for what constitutes a recession and reassure skeptical voters about the U.S. economy.
Tag Archives: National Economic Council (US)
What America Needs Is a Liberalism That Builds
You can’t transform the economy without first transforming the government.
Biden Aides Quietly Say His Tax Increases Would Help Charities
The administration has been making the case to allies that to avoid paying the additional taxes the president has proposed, wealthy Americans would give more to nonprofits.
Taking on a New Role, Susan Rice is Asserting Herself
After serving as United Nations ambassador and national security adviser in the Obama administration, she has unexpectedly ended up helping oversee domestic policy in the Biden White House.
Brian Deese, Veteran of Auto Bailout, to Lead National Economic Council
The appointment of the former Obama administration adviser signals a focus on climate issues amid efforts to recover from recession.
Biden Faces a Balancing Act in Choosing Top Aides With Business Ties
Jeffrey Zients, a candidate to lead the administration’s coronavirus response team, is arousing resistance from some progressive Democrats.
Top Contenders for Biden’s Cabinet Draw Fire From All Sides
Lists of names of those the president-elect is said to be considering are flying across Washington, prompting lawmakers and interest groups to raise questions about some top contenders.
As Coronavirus Spread, Reports of Trump Administration’s Private Briefings Fueled Stock Sell-Off
A hedge fund consultant’s summary of private presentations by White House economic advisers fanned investor worries.
As Virus Spread Early On, Reports of Trump Administration Briefings Fueled Sell-Off
A hedge fund consultant’s summary of private presentations by White House economic advisers fanned investor worries.
American and Chinese Officials Take Pulse on Trade Deal, Six Months In
Trade negotiators from the two countries met by videoconference to review the progress in enacting their trade deal.