Washington passes "millionaires tax" despite concerns of wealth flight
Following a 24-hour marathon session, Washington lawmakers passed a 9.9% tax on high earners. Gov. Bob Ferguson calls it "historic progress" for working families.
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Mortgage rates rise to highest level in over a month
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.11%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6%.
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Trump says US 'largest oil producer in the world,' but priority remains stopping Iran nuclear capabilities
President Donald Trump made light of concerns about rising oil prices, saying his priority is ensuring the "evil" Iranian regime doesn't have nuclear weapons.
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