Politics Nov 14 WATCH: Rubio delivers keynote address at Federalist Society National Lawyers Convention By Ben Finley, Associated Press
Economy Nov 13 Watch 9:13 Increasing cost of housing squeezes Americans out of market Sales of existing homes in the U.S. fell last month to their lowest level in more than 16 years. That's according to a new report by the National Association of Realtors. In October alone, sales dropped to 3.75 million homes,… By Stephanie Sy, Karina Cuevas
Economy Nov 11 Watch 9:12 How companies are using AI to make you spend more money Companies have always tried to maximize profits, but now there are a host of sophisticated tools to determine the prices of the goods and services they sell. At a time when so many Americans are frustrated with rising costs, those… By Paul Solman, Diane Lincoln Estes
Economy Nov 10 Watch 7:28 U.S. inflation report highlights strain of rising food, energy and housing costs High inflation persisted last month, providing little relief for Americans struggling with affordability. It is driven largely by food and energy price increases, but housing costs also rose. The country appears to be headed for an annual inflation rate of… By Geoff Bennett, Molly Mazilu, Bridget Craig
Economy Nov 08 Voters demanded economic relief. Trump and Democrats face tough choices on how to deliver Trump, who campaigned on the idea that a Democratic victory in the midterms would trigger a 1929-style economic depression, has maintained that the economy is booming. Since his party lost in Tuesday's voting, he has claimed he is willing to… By Josh Boak, Associated Press
Nov 03 AP Voter Poll: The economy and the state of democracy are voters' top issues By Associated Press About 4 in 10 U.S. voters nationally say the economy is the most important issue facing the country, as most express concern about gas prices and the cost of groceries. About 3 in 10 say the state of democracy is… Continue reading
Oct 19 Consumer concerns grow as retailers adopt AI-assisted pricing tools By Dee-Ann Durbin, Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press Terms like “dynamic pricing” and “surveillance pricing” are stirring up anger and anxiety on social media. Continue reading
Oct 14 Watch 4:57 Economist breaks down new inflation report and what's driving prices higher By Amna Nawaz, Karina Cuevas, Geoff Bennett With the midterm elections just three weeks away, a new inflation report shows prices rising faster than expected, putting more pressure on Americans struggling with the cost of everyday essentials. To discuss what the latest numbers mean for Americans, Amna… Continue watching
Oct 14 The Social Security COLA for 2027 is set. Here's what experts say you need to know By Hannah Grabenstein This year's increase is 3.6%, based on inflation data, amounting to a little more than $900 next year. Continue reading
Oct 09 Your child may be automatically enrolled in a Trump Account. Here's what to know By Adriana Morga, Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press Your child may be enrolled in a “Trump Account” whether you realize it or not. Rolled out earlier this year, the Trump Accounts program allows parents to claim special investment accounts for children who are 18 years old or younger. Continue reading