The search for the next chair of the Federal Reserve is widening to include three new candidates: vice chairs Michelle Bowman and Philip Jefferson, along with Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan. Interviews are ongoing, and a final choice is expected this fall.

Editor’s Note: This story matters because the Federal Reserve's leadership plays a crucial role in shaping monetary policy, which affects the economy, jobs, and inflation rates.

Wage growth for the rich is now outpacing that of low-income workers again, marking a potential shift after a period where the poorest saw faster increases.

Editor’s Note: This matters because it highlights the ongoing income inequality issue, showing that gains for low-wage workers may not be sustainable in the long term.

President Trump is set to nominate E.J. Antoni, a conservative economist from the Heritage Foundation, to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, gaining support from key figures like Steve Bannon.

Editor’s Note: This nomination is significant because the Bureau of Labor Statistics plays a crucial role in shaping economic policy, and Antoni's conservative focus could influence data interpretation.