More From Carlos Castillo
States Where Marijuana Is Legal Show Increased Revenue, Weed Munchies Sales
People in Colorado, Oregon and Washington have been consuming more potato chips, cookies and ice cream since marijuana became legal in those states. But it's the full economic implications of legalized cannabis that is giving economists something to chew on.
Mar 06, 2019
Ocasio-Cortez Scandal: AOC's Aide Funneling $1M Into Private Accounts, Watchdog Claims
A conservative watchdog group has accused Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and others of diverting nearly a million dollars in campaign donations into the accounts of the freshman lawmaker's chief-of staff. Has the right finally taken down the popular House neophyte?
Mar 06, 2019
Huawei To Sue US Government For Banning Agencies From Buying Chinese Tech's Products
Tech giant Huawei is reportedly poised to sue the U.S. government for banning federal agencies from buying its products. The company can do little else to stop the U.S. from impeding the wider use of the company's technologies.
Mar 05, 2019
US Budget Deficit Up 77% As Trump's Tax Cuts Kick In
The Trump administration saw tax cuts as a means to encourage investments and boost American business and industry. The White House's protectionist policies have done little to curb the widening federal budget shortfall -- for now
Mar 05, 2019
China Cuts Taxes, Sets Lower GDP Target For 2019
Faced with burgeoning debt and dwindling consumer spending, Beijing sees a difficult year for the world's second biggest economy. The government is hoping tax cuts will boost business activities as economic planners go for lower GDP growth rates in 2019.
Mar 05, 2019
US Challenges WTO, Rejects Obligations In China Dispute
The Trump administration rejects the "straitjacket of obligations" imposed by the WTO as the US negotiates an end to its trade war with China. Is Trump destroying the international body?
Mar 04, 2019
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou Sues Canada Over Arrest, China Slams Extradition Hearing
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou is suing Canada over her arrest, claiming damages against the federal government for allegedly violating her civil rights. Beijing has meanwhile criticized Canada's decision to proceed with extradition hearings.
Mar 04, 2019
Alabama Tornado Kills At Least 22, More Still Missing
The Lee Country Coroner has confirmed 22 fatalities after at least one confirmed tornado touched down in Alabama, Sunday.
Mar 03, 2019
