Carla Javier

Carla Javier, a reporter who interviewed small businesses about decisions around the national shutdown, shares stories of owners balancing protest and payroll. Elizabeth Troval, an energy and investment reporter, explains why big oil profits make Venezuela investment risky. Catherine Rampell, an opinion columnist, lays out critiques of Fed policy and what Kevin Warsh's views signal for monetary and fiscal roles.

Amber Suzanne Pennington, co-owner of Free Spirited sober cocktail lounge, talks operations and pricing. Stephanie Hughes, Marketplace reporter and parent, recounts the costs and logistics of snow days. Carla Javier, on-the-ground Marketplace reporter, covers how small businesses decided whether to close during a nationwide ICE shutdown. Short, human stories about tough choices and practical tradeoffs.