The Climate Election: How climate will impact your bills, health and more
The next president could have a big impact on climate change policies. Here are 11 ways the issue could impact your health, bills, natural disaster recovery and more.
Economy
Economy grew at 2.8% pace last quarter, powered by consumer spending
Consumer confidence soared in October, signaling that Americans may continue to open their wallets.
Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Defining inflation before Election Day
The economy is a top voting issue in the 2024 elections and voter feelings about inflation and costs may differ from what data shows about the country's economic health. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi breaks down how inflation is impacting Americans.
COVID-19 cases spike as states reopen
Health officials are expressing concerns over a surge in coronavirus cases in at least 20 states as restrictions continue to ease. More than 2.1 million cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the U.S. so far. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
New GDP numbers show 2.8% growth in Q3
The new GDP report released Wednesday shows the U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% annual pace in the third quarter. Jared Bernstein, chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, joined CBS News to discuss the report.
Here are the 5 most important U.S. economic issues for voters
Americans say the economy is the most pressing issue as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5, including these five key issues.
Trump on immigration, border security
Former President Donald Trump delivered remarks at Mar-a-Lago focused on the economy, immigration and the U.S.-Mexico border as both presidential campaigns make last-minute efforts to court undecided voters. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez has more.
McDonald's surpasses earnings expectations
Fast food giant McDonald's reported its third quarter results Tuesday morning with revenue beating Wall Street's expectations at around $6.9 billion. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at the numbers.
The Climate Election: The economy, explained
The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.
How the economy is faring before Election Day
CBS News polling shows most voters have long been dissatisfied with U.S. economic conditions. But does perception match reality? Kate Davidson, managing editor for U.S. economic policy for Bloomberg News, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Former President Obama on "Face the Nation"
Two months after taking office, President Barack Obama sat down with Face the Nation moderator Bob Schieffer to discuss the war in Iraq and Afghanistan and his plans to revive the American economy.
Pension a sticking point for Boeing machinists
The union representing Boeing machinists has voted to reject the company's latest contract offer, extending a costly, weeks-long strike. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave and Kelly O'Grady explain what happens next.
How Trump, Harris are approaching the economy
Gas and home prices are falling and inflation is down, but there still seems to be a disconnect between what economists are saying and how Americans are feeling about their money. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on how Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are handling that.
Impact of Trump proposals on Social Security
A new analysis suggests former President Donald Trump's economic proposals, should he win the election, could speed up when the Social Security trust fund runs out of money. This is according to a report by the nonpartisan group Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. Marc Goldwein, senior vice president and senior policy director for the group, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Trump holds Latino leaders roundtable
Former President Donald Trump courted Latino voters in Florida during a roundtable conversation where he discussed union voters and his plans to expand the U.S. economy. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
A look back at 1990's quirky recession
In this fun "Mornings Memory," we revisit a hands-on illustration from 1990, where large and colorful balls were used on CBS This Morning to explain the complexities of supply and demand during a recession.
Last Kmart store closes down
Shoppers bid farewell to the final Kmart store in Bridgehampton, New York, while snagging great deals before the store shut its doors for good. Shanelle Kaul has the story.
Despite signals economy is strong, voters are wary
Wall Street has seen six straight weeks of gains and with unemployment near a 50-year low, there are signs the economy is strong. However, the cost of everyday essentials is still a top-of-mind issue for voters, and although the rate of inflation is at a three-year low, consumers are still complaining food prices remain high. Michael George reports.
How is the economy really doing just weeks before the U.S. election?
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.
Survey: Middle-aged women prefer Harris
A new survey from Marie Claire magazine finds middle-aged women prefer Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump. Forty-nine percent of women between the ages of 40 and 60 preferred Harris compared to 41% for Trump. Andrea Stanley, executive editor for Marie Claire, joins "America Decides" to walk through the results.
Yellen warns "sweeping, untargeted tariffs" would reignite inflation
Treasury chief Janet Yellen is warning that tariffs planned by former President Donald Trump will reignite inflation.
Gender wage gap widens for the first time in 20 years
Pay gap between men and women working full-time widened in 2023 for first time in 20 years, USCB data shows.
Harris and Trump descend on Pennsylvania
Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump descended on Pennsylvania on Monday. The Keystone State is one of the most crucial battleground states for both candidates this election cycle. CBS News' Major Garrett and Anthony Salvanto join with analysis.
Kamala Harris agrees to Fox News interview
Fresh off her media blitz, Vice President Kamala Harris has now agreed to sit down for an interview with Fox News on Wednesday. Sophia Cai, national politics reporter at Axios, and Gram Slattery, national political reporter for Reuters, join "America Decides" with analysis.
live updates
Charlie Kirk killed at Utah event; "subject in custody" was released, FBI says
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk, influential voice for young conservatives, killed at 31
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Politics, retribution behind FBI purge, agents allege in new lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by fired FBI agents says the bureau "tried to put the President in jail and he hasn't forgotten it."
Harris: Biden 2024 decision shouldn't have been "left to an individual's ego"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' book, "107 Days," will detail her sprint of a race for the presidency.
2 shot when suspected student opens fire at Denver-area high school, officials say
Authorities said a boy opened fire with a handgun Wednesday at a high school near Denver, Colorado, wounding two students. One of the three later died, but authorities did not immediately confirm if the deceased was the suspect or one of the two victims.
House votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations
It's unclear if the repeal will end up in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which still has to get through the Senate.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Elon Musk is no longer the world's richest person, new ranking says
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison took the title of world's richest person from Elon Musk after stock in the software giant shot up on Wednesday.
New details emerge about turbulence that injured 18 on Delta flight
Passengers endured 2.5 minutes of turbulence that caught the pilots by surprise even though they had already altered their route to avoid the storms, the NTSB said.