America seems stuck in its war with Iran. But however the conflict is resolved, its hegemony in the region is coming to an end. On The Insider, our journalists ask: will its retreat herald a new beginning, or score-settling and violence?

America’s agriculture producers use derivatives markets to manage many of their financial risks, but they also face physical risks as they carry out the demanding work of feeding our country. This National Farm Safety and Health Week, @CFTC recognizes our nation’s farmers and ranchers and encourages them to take care of themselves and those working beside them. Learn more about #FarmSafety# at #NFSHW#

America's rice harvest is forecast to fall to its LOWEST level in 33 YEARS. Rough rice futures prices have SURGED by 69% this year. JUST MORE FUEL FOR THE COMMODITY PRICE SUPER CYCLE.

America’s $40 trillion in national debt demands tough decisions. @keds_economist says getting rid of the hundreds of discounts and exemptions in the tax code is a good place to start (via @opinion)

America’s housing industry is under pressure to build more homes with a shrinking pool of skilled labor. Robotics and automation offer one potential answer, but the biggest gains so far are not coming from humanoid robots replacing workers on construction sites. More details:

America’s economic success depends on translating investment into productive capacity, good-paying jobs, and long-term growth. The construction boom we are seeing across the nation is laying the foundation for a manufacturing resurgence as we bring more jobs back from overseas. In fact, manufacturing employment has surged by nearly 58,000 jobs this year, while goods-producing industries have added 150,000 jobs. America is rebuilding the industrial base that will power our economy and secure our sovereignty.