Beyond the markets and the White House, here's what else is making news across America today.
Jobs Report Shocks: Only 29,000 Jobs Added in September
US job growth slowed sharply last month — employers added just 29,000 jobs, far below expectations. With inflation still sticky, the weak report puts the Federal Reserve in a fresh dilemma over its next rate move.
Musk Reclaims "World's First Trillionaire" Title
Elon Musk's net worth topped $1 trillion again, boosted by a SpaceX share surge — reclaiming his status as the world's first trillionaire, per Forbes. SpaceX shares jumped over 7% on Monday.
Judge Blocks $1.8M Immigrant Fines
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's plan to fine immigrants up to $1.8 million for failing to self-deport. Separately, the administration launched its largest denaturalization effort, targeting 40 naturalized Americans over alleged immigration fraud.
Trump Creates "Super Intelligence Force"
President Trump announced a new Super Intelligence Force and placed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton at its head — a new push to coordinate AI policy and oversight.
Daylight Saving Time Bill in Trouble
The Senate has put the fate of the Daylight Saving Time bill in jeopardy — the long-debated proposal to make daylight saving permanent faces fresh opposition.
Medicare: $90 Payments for 20 Million Enrollees
More than 20 million Medicare enrollees are set to receive a one-time $90 payment — welcome relief as healthcare costs climb.
Wealth Gap Widens
The top 0.1% of wealthiest Americans now control nearly $28 trillion, as the super-rich pull further ahead — a stark snapshot of America's widening wealth divide.
Sources: Financial Express, Fox News, Forbes.
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