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Gas prices threaten Memorial Day road trips as pump costs hit historic highs

May 23, 2026

Gas prices threaten Memorial Day road trips as pump costs hit historic highs

Americans face near-record gas prices this Memorial Day weekend as Iran tensions disrupt oil supplies and squeeze families dealing with inflation.

Kevin Warsh faces economic headwinds as new Fed chair

May 17, 2026

Kevin Warsh faces economic headwinds as new Fed chair

DoubleLine CEO Jeffrey Gundlach discusses the challenges facing incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh and the impact of oil prices on the U.S. economy on ‘Sunday Morning Futures.’

Trump floats a gas tax holiday

May 16, 2026

Trump floats a gas tax holiday

Panelists discuss whether President Donald Trump's proposed gas tax holiday will make a difference to midterm voters.

This Midwestern state leads the nation in home foreclosures as US filings jump by 26%

May 15, 2026

This Midwestern state leads the nation in home foreclosures as US filings jump by 26%

Indiana records the highest foreclosure rate in the nation as rising costs and mortgage rates put increasing financial pressure on homeowners nationwide.

Pelosi, other Dems, and former Rep MTG dogpile on Trump over inflation, Iran war

May 12, 2026

Pelosi, other Dems, and former Rep MTG dogpile on Trump over inflation, Iran war

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, other House Democrats and former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene targeted Trump over inflation and the Iran war on Tuesday.

AOC-backed $30 minimum wage plan could backfire in unexpected ways, experts warn

May 12, 2026

AOC-backed $30 minimum wage plan could backfire in unexpected ways, experts warn

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's push for a $30 minimum wage draws opposition from economists who warn it could cost jobs and increase prices.

Jeffries calls out Trump-era gas prices after telling Republicans not to politicize pump pain under Biden

May 11, 2026

Jeffries calls out Trump-era gas prices after telling Republicans not to politicize pump pain under Biden

Hakeem Jeffries has repeatedly criticized Trump over surging gas prices, but in 2022 he urged Republicans not to play politics when prices spiked under Biden.

AOC-backed $25 minimum wage plan sounds great — but at what cost?

May 6, 2026

AOC-backed $25 minimum wage plan sounds great — but at what cost?

A proposal to more than triple the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour sparks debate over inflation risks, job losses and small business impacts.

Spirit Airlines chaos could be big loss for budget travelers as they fight for answers

May 4, 2026

Spirit Airlines chaos could be big loss for budget travelers as they fight for answers

Spirit Airlines' abrupt shutdown sparks debate among experts and travelers over whether U.S. airfares will rise without the presence of the ultra-low-cost carrier.

Trump’s 'Economic Fury' squeezes Iran — but can Tehran outlast the pressure?

May 1, 2026

Trump’s 'Economic Fury' squeezes Iran — but can Tehran outlast the pressure?

Trump's escalating sanctions, naval blockade and financial enforcement against Iran test whether economic strain can force Iran's regime to bend.