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Taking Trump Seriously, Not Literally on Puerto Rico Oct 06, 2017

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Hurricane Maria left Puerto Ricans without water, power and food. But even before the storm, residents were struggling with more than $70 billion in debt. How will the recovery proceed?

Worst Kept Secret in College Basketball? Sep 29, 2017

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This week, federal prosecutors hit the world of college basketball with allegations of bribery, corruption and fraud. Is this just the tip of the iceberg?

Hey Facebook, You've Got Some Explaining to Do Sep 22, 2017

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Facebook is under fire for selling ads to entities connected to Russia. It's not the only issue confronting the company. How will users, politicians and Mark Zuckerberg react?

It Is a Far, Far Better Economy Sep 15, 2017

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Mayor Bill de Blasio came to office pledging to fight the "Tale of Two Cities" inequality of New York City. Over the past four years, the economy is doing better. Can he take credit?

Eight Months In, What Trump Has Been (Un)Doing Sep 08, 2017

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The President has been criticized by some for not fulfilling his agenda, but he has been busy, at least when it comes to reversing the actions of previous presidents.

Goodbye Diners, Hello Avocado Bars Sep 01, 2017

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Every time a restaurant closes, another one opens. Or so it might seem. So, is the industry thriving or struggling?

On to the Next One. Trump’s New Focus: Tax Reform Aug 25, 2017

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Since the spring, the Trump administration has made big promises to reform the tax code. As some of the proposals are disclosed, who will benefit and how will it be paid for?

Big Business Walks Away from the President — Sort of Aug 18, 2017

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President Trump has disbanded his CEO advisory councils, but many former execs are still part of an administration that's been mostly friendly to big business.

Student Debt: Paralyzing Lives One Student at a Time Aug 11, 2017

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More college students are taking on more debt, and paying it all off will impact their lives, and the U.S. economy, for years to come. What are the solutions?

What's Next for Trump and Congress Aug 04, 2017

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After the failure by Republicans to replace or repeal Obamacare, they're moving quickly to score a political win, and they're focusing on overhauling the nation's tax code by November. There's a lot do in a little amount of time, and even Trump's legislative director has admitted it's an aggressive schedule.

But that is just one of many items on Congress' to do list that includes must several must-pass pieces of legislation like funding the government and raising the debt ceiling.

This week on Money Talking, host Charlie Herman reviews what's head and what's at stake with Catherine Rampell, opinion writer with the Washington Post, and Rick Newman, columnist with Yahoo Finance.

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