The department has in the past deployed what are known as “extraordinary measures” or accounting maneuvers to keep the government operating.
Category: News
US Natural Gas Prices Surge 20% on Colder Forecasts
U.S. natural gas futures soared as the weather outlook for January shifted colder, raising demand prospects for the fuel used in heating and power generation.
US Economy Defies Odds Despite Election-Year Challenges
Despite uncertainty around a presidential election, elevated interest rates and a cooling labor market, economic growth remained solid in 2024.
Canadian Leaders Meet Trump Team on Border, Tariff Issues
This is the second high-level Canadian mission to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in the past month, after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met the incoming leader at the end of November.
Nissan Shares Plunge as Honda Tie-Up Details Emerge
After initially soaring more than 60% since Dec. 17, a day before news of the deal broke, the stock tumbled on Dec. 27 as investor focus turned to the starting ratio for a Honda-Nissan tie-up.
Startups Seek Customers, Funds to Advance Class 8 Ambitions
Startups require access to considerable funding on the road to launching manufacturing, and even more to remain afloat once production begins, especially for OEMs of alt-power trucks in 2024.
2025: The Trump Era Returns
In late January, Donald Trump will formally return to the Oval Office as the 47th president. Trump and Republicans on Capitol Hill already have detailed a legislative outlook.
States Acting to Curb Nuclear Verdicts Across US
Per the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, frivolous lawsuits are estimated to cost the average U.S. household more than $4,000 per year, as measured in tort costs incurred by each state.
White House Report Highlights Supply Chain Accomplishments
The U.S. Department of Transportation released a four-year review of how it strengthened the supply chain, and identified future challenges such as cybersecurity, within a massive report.
Truck Tonnage Retreats in November After October Gain
The ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.8% to 112.5 in November from 114.6 in October. The index is down 1% compared with November 2023.
