Anthony Sinclair

Anthony produces news stories, features and guides for Congress.net, with a focus on history and the US political system.

Wall Street Closes a Week It Would Rather Forget With Gold’s Worst Run Since 1983

The arithmetic of this past week on financial markets is striking enough to sit alongside the most turbulent periods of the post-financial-crisis era, even before the symbolic element of gold recording its worst weekly performance since February 1983 is factored in. Gold fell below $4,500 on Friday for the first time in weeks, down more…

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What Is Kellyanne Conway Doing Now: From White House to the Consulting World

More than five years after departing the Trump White House, Kellyanne Conway remains one of the most visible figures in Republican political circles, splitting her time between media commentary, corporate consulting, and high-profile speaking engagements. Conway served as Senior Counselor to the President during the first Trump administration from 2017 to 2020, and made history…

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White House Rejects Immediate Treasury Oil Futures Intervention Amid Iran Chaos

Officials within the Trump administration have reportedly decided against using the U.S. Treasury Department to trade oil futures contracts as a method of influencing energy markets for the time being. The possibility had been discussed internally as oil prices surged following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran, which has raised concerns about potential disruptions to…

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Routes to EU Permanent Residence for U.S. Nationals

For citizens of the United States seeking to establish long‑term residence in the European Union, multiple legal pathways exist — each governed by distinct national frameworks and, in some cases, overarching EU directives. Navigating these pathways requires careful consideration of residency categories, investment thresholds, employment conditions and integration criteria. Employment‑Based and Long‑Term Resident Status Under…

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U.S. Approves Annual Export License for TSMC’s China Operations After 2026 Rule Change

The United States government has issued an annual export license allowing Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company to continue importing U.S.-made chipmaking equipment into its facility in Nanjing, China. The approval marks a shift from temporary exemptions to a more formal licensing arrangement following the expiry of previous privileges at the end of 2025. TSMC confirmed the…

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Canadian tourists in US

Canada Tourism Freeze on US Destinations Deepens as Economic and Political Strains Grow

Canada’s tourism freeze on several US destinations amid tariff tensions is leading to a noticeable decline in some local economies. Canada’s tourism relationship with the United States has entered an unprecedented downturn in 2025 as a growing number of Canadian travelers cancel trips south of the border. A confluence of trade tensions, punitive tariffs, political…

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Doug Schoen

Doug Schoen’s Weight Loss: How the Political Commentator Transformed His Health

Doug Schoen achieved impressive weight loss, as was noticed by many followers of US politics. Doug Schoen, the prominent political analyst, commentator, and former Democratic strategist, has recently attracted attention for a personal transformation that goes beyond his professional accomplishments. In recent years, Schoen has undergone a significant weight loss journey, prompting discussions about health,…

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