frontpage: sat aug 22
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An overview of front pages for August 22. This Wall Street Journal weekend edition from August 2026 highlights a mix of political tension and technological competition. House Democrats are reportedly preparing extensive investigations into the Trump administration, while the U.S. Treasury faces volatility in the bond market despite intervention efforts. In the private sector, AI startup founders struggle with the relentless demands of managing autonomous software agents, and Chinese tech tycoons are rapidly closing the gap with American AI leaders. Additional reports cover global business news, including legal settlements involving TikTok and labor strikes at Hyundai. The issue also features lighter regional stories, such as the high-stakes sport of competitive boat docking in Maryland.
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