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Which States Are Leading America's Economy?
Which States Are Leading America's Economy?
America’s biggest economies aren’t always its strongest.
While California, Texas, and New York dominate in economic size, long-term competitiveness depends on a broader mix of factors, from business creation and labor market strength to innovation and investment.
This 2026 analysis by WalletHub evaluates all 50 states and Washington, D.C. across 28 indicators of economic activity, economic health, and innovation potential.
This ranking, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, highlights the states that are building the foundations for future growth.
Where Every State Ranks in 2026
The ranking below evaluates the economic strength of...
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Jul 2, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Justice Department Sues California Over Glock Ban, Handgun Roster
Justice Department Sues California Over Glock Ban, Handgun Roster
Authored by Michael Clements via The Epoch Times,
The Justice Department (DOJ) on July 1 sued California over its ban on "machinegun convertible pistols" and its "handgun roster."
A Glock handgun and two magazines in a file photograph. Rich Pedroncelli/AP Photo
The law bans the purchase of Glock pistols and guns with similar firing mechanisms, according to a DOJ press release.
The handgun roster limits the handguns California citizens can legally buy.
The DOJ claims both are unconstitutional.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation known as Assembly Bill...
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Mar 27, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Escalation On All Fronts As Mediators Say Iran Hasn't Requested Pause On US Energy Strikes
Escalation On All Fronts As Mediators Say Iran Hasn't Requested Pause On US Energy Strikes
Summary
No pause from Tehran, war footing deepens: Iran denies requesting Donald Trump’s 10-day halt
Escalation on all fronts: IRGC HQ targeted by US-Israsel; Iran signals expansion by naming UAE targets, hitting Kuwait ports and sending drones on Riyadh
Israel doubles down amid reports of manpower strain: IDF chief warns of manpower pressure even as Defense Minister Katz vows to "intensify and expand" strikes.
Risk rises that Iran is holding back more advanced missiles for a prolonged war: WSJ...
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May 19, 2026 / Ryan McMaken
Price Inflation Accelerates as Wars and Deficits Expand
Last week’s CPI report, and this week’s PPI report both showed price inflation surging to multi-year highs, and not just on oil prices.
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