Trump Won’t Lower China Tariffs Before Saturday Talks; Black Smoke at Vatican Signals No New Pope

President Donald Trump rules out tariff cuts for China as trade negotiations are set to begin soon between the two countries. What is he expecting to get from the talks, and what tasks is he giving to his new ambassador to China?

It’s not just the Ivy League schools making headlines. What is behind the spread of anti-Semitism on other college campuses, and what should Congress do to stop it? Rep. Bob Onder (R-Mo.) analyzes Wednesday’s hearing in the House and proposed solutions.

In the Sistine Chapel, cardinals didn’t elect a new pope on the first day of the conclave. They’ll have to continue the secretive vote on Thursday in a process that could take days or longer.

Trump holds a swearing-in ceremony for America’s newest ambassador to China.

How are everyday people feeling about the economy as the Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady? We hear from some folks in Washington.