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​Global Trust in the Dollar Wavers Amid Trump’s Unpredictable Policies

A sharp and unusual drop in the U.S. dollar is raising alarm among economists, who worry it signals waning investor confidence in the U.S.—especially under Trump's trade policies. The dollar has fallen 9% since January, hitting a 3-year low, and baffling experts who typically expect the dollar to strengthen with tariffs.

This erosion of trust threatens America’s “exorbitant privilege”: its ability to borrow cheaply, enforce sanctions, and dominate global trade. Critics warn that erratic tariff rollouts, pressure on the Fed, and ballooning debt could push investors to seek alternatives like gold, the Chinese yuan, or even Bitcoin. While there’s no immediate replacement for the dollar, Trump’s moves may be testing the world’s patience—and the dollar’s supremacy. Read More.

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Social Security Clarifies May 2025 Check Eligibility: 3 Mandatory Requirements You Must Meet

To receive a Social Security retirement check in May 2025, the Social Security Administration has outlined three non-negotiable requirements: (1) you must have worked at least 10 years in jobs covered by Social Security, earning 40 credits; (2) you must be at least 62 years old (full benefits begin at 66–67 depending on your birth year); and (3) you must formally apply for benefits—payments are not automatic.

If you're missing any of these, you won’t receive a check. Those already receiving payments will continue to get them on their usual schedule. If you haven't applied yet but qualify, there's still time to do so through the SSA website, phone, or local office. Watch Now.