Economy Oct 15 How much longer will consumers be willing to muscle through higher prices? By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Economy Oct 15 Wholesale inflation hits levels not seen since 2022 Wholesale inflation rose more than expected last month on a big jump in fuel costs as rising prices become a bigger economic challenge for millions of Americans, and a growing political problem for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Health Oct 15 Medicare open enrollment starts now. These changes will arrive in 2027 Open enrollment comes as inflation adds pressure on seniors whose healthcare costs have risen and as midterm elections are weeks away. Voters have consistently said cost-of-living is a major concern. By Fatima Hussein, Associated Press
Economy Oct 14 Inflation worsened last month to 3.7% as midterm elections near Gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections that have focused heavily on issues related to affordability. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Politics Oct 13 Poll: Majority of Americans say Trump prioritizes his personal financial interests over U.S. as a whole Most Americans think Donald Trump is profiting off the presidency in unethical or illegal ways and is focused more on his wealth than helping people like them, a new AP-NORC poll finds. By Bernard Condon, Amelia Thomson-Deveaux, Associated Press
Sep 29 Watch 7:51 Affordability and accountability top priorities if Democrats take House, Jeffries says By Geoff Bennett, Kyle Midura, Leila Jackson The latest polling shows Democrats with a solid shot of regaining control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. If they do, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries could become Speaker of the House, with debates over the economy,… Continue watching
Sep 23 3 things to know about rising diesel prices and how they affect you By Maria Ramirez Uribe Diesel prices have reached historic highs as a result of the U.S. war in Iran and Russia’s war in Ukraine, and consumers will bear the brunt of the rising cost, experts say. Continue reading
Sep 11 U.S. diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press Diesel prices in the U.S. hit yet another record on Friday, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel. Continue reading
Sep 04 U.S. diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press Diesel hit a record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first time as the six-month war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel. Continue reading
Aug 31 WATCH: Trump says 'Medicare for All' doesn't work By Associated Press The president was asked about Democratic candidates who want to use Medicare to provide universal access to health care — and he said his approach to have confidential drug pricing deals was superior. Continue reading