Latino voters in Arizona discuss 2024 race
President Biden is wrapping up a Southwest trip to Nevada and Arizona. There, he highlighted his economic policies and appealed to Latino voters. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Weijia Jiang have more.
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Biden in Arizona to rally Latino voters
President Biden is finishing up his trip to the Southwest with a visit to Arizona as his campaign unveils efforts to win over Latino voters in the battleground state. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports from Phoenix.
Interest rates hit 23-year peak
In a move to combat rising inflation, interest rates have soared to their highest in nearly a quarter-century. The Federal Reserve is concluding a two-day policy meeting today. Their decisions could significantly impact borrowing costs for consumers.
New Hong Kong law cracks down on dissent
A new law in Hong Kong will crack down on all forms of dissent. John Tai, senior adviser at Pamir Consulting, joins CBS News to discuss how the new legislation could affect freedoms for people and foreign businesses.
Key points from Biden's State of the Union
President Joe Biden passionately outlined his vision for a second term, tackling critical issues such as Roe v. Wade, immigration and the economy.
Biden kicks off Western campaign swing
President Biden went West on Tuesday, taking a campaign swing through Nevada and Arizona. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump cast his ballot in the Florida Republican presidential primary. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Robert Costa are following both campaigns.
Biden to court voters in Arizona, Nevada
President Biden is launching a "Latinos con Biden-Harris" campaign effort Tuesday with events in Arizona and Nevada. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa are following the latest on the 2024 presidential race.
Why home buying could be cheaper soon
The National Association of Realtors, which represents more than a million real estate agents nationwide, settled a number of lawsuits Friday. One of the conditions of the agreement is that rules on commissions for agents brokering a home sale will be eliminated, meaning that the standard 5% to 6% commission rate could be gone as soon as this summer.
How immigration contributes to job growth
A new study by the Brookings Institution examines the role immigration has played in allowing the U.S. job market to grow faster without stoking inflation. Betsey Stevenson, professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan, joins CBS News to explain how migrants contribute to job growth and U.S. demand.
Warning signs for Biden, Trump in Georgia
A recent CBS News poll found that 48% percent of Georgia voters say they were better off financially under former President Donald Trump's policies. In comparison, 22% say they are better off under President Biden's. Political advisers Ashley Etienne and Olivia Perez Cubas join "America Decides" to assess the findings and what they mean for the candidates.
Wholesale inflation up 0.6% in February
Wholesale inflation saw its biggest increase since last summer in February, rising 0.6% according to the Producer Price Index. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.
SF Mission District's La Vaca Birria owner defends price of his $22 burritos
A restaurant owner in San Francisco's Mission District responded to concerns from a customer about the rising cost of one of the burritos on his menu, which has spiked to $22.
How Fed could react to hot February inflation
Consumer prices climbed again in February, according to a new U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Jeanna Smialek, Federal Reserve and economy reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to discuss if the increase could change the Fed timeline for a rate drop.
Inflation hotter than expected in February
New economic data shows inflation ticked up last month at a higher-than-expected rate. The Consumer Price Index rose four-tenths of a percent in February with a marked increase in the cost of shelter and gasoline. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.
Crises at major canals threaten global trade
Nearly 20% of global trade goes through two canals and both are in crisis. Attacks from the Houthis have slowed Suez Canal traffic, and in Panama, climate is the culprit. Costas Paris, senior reporter at The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to explain what the slowdowns mean for the world.
U.S. adds more jobs than expected in February
The U.S. added 275,000 jobs in February, exceeding economists' expectations. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate jumped to its highest level in over two years. Javier David, managing editor for business and markets at Axios, joins CBS News to examine the numbers.
Biden touts economic record, infrastructure
In his 2024 State of the Union address, President Biden ran through his legislative achievements during his first term in office. He highlighted a $1.2 trillion infrastructure package to revitalize the nation's roads, bridges, waterways and public transit, and legislation that aims to boost domestic production of semiconductor chips.
Biden aide previews State of the Union speech
President Biden will highlight many of his top priorities at the 2024 State of the Union address. Ben LaBolt, White House communications director, joins "America Decides" to discuss the speech.
Most Americans see state of the union as divided
A third of Americans want to hear more from President Biden. They'll get that chance today.
How China plans to fix its economic slowdown
China is holding its biggest political meeting of the year. Anthony Saich, Daewoo Professor of International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School, joins CBS News to discuss what measures Chinese leaders are taking to address an economic slowdown and what this means for the rest of the world.
Previewing 2024 State of the Union address
President Biden is set to deliver the 2024 State of the Union address Thursday as he lags behind Donald Trump in the polls. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
New rule to cap credit card late fees
The White House has announced a rule to cap all credit card late fees at $8 as part of the Biden administration's efforts to crack down on what it calls "junk fees." The previous average late fee was around $32. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.
Voters say Trump's economy was better than Biden's. Here's the data.
Americans are sour on the post-pandemic economy, even as experts give it good ratings. Here's how the economy under the two presidents compare.
CBS News polling: Biden's, Trump's weak spots
Candidates who win their party nominations have plenty of strengths, but they are not without their flaws and their opponents are sure to seize on them. CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins with new poll data to help explain some of President Biden's and Donald Trump's weak spots.
Poll: Trump leads Biden before Super Tuesday
New CBS News polling shows Donald Trump with an advantage over President Biden with one day until Super Tuesday. CBS News' Robert Costa and Ed O'Keefe join to go over the numbers.
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Charlie Kirk shooting suspect in custody after manhunt, officials announce
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials say a suspect is now in custody.
Suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk killing confessed to father, officials say
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
Poland rejects Trump's suggestion Russian drone raid a possible mistake
Responding to President Trump, Poland's leader said, "we would also wish that the drone attack on Poland was a mistake. But it wasn't."
ICE agent shoots, kills man in Chicago suburb; agent also injured
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a man in northwest suburban Franklin Park Friday morning, Department of Homeland Security officials said.
Secret Service puts agent on leave who wrote negative post about Charlie Kirk
A U.S. Secret Service agent who wrote a negative social media post about Charlie Kirk has been put on leave, U.S. officials said Friday.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect is in custody. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
Tariff-fueled price hikes have arrived — and hitting these items first
The Trump administration's tariffs are slowly rippling through the economy and starting to push up prices for some products, government data shows.
Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.
Supreme Court's upcoming term could be marked by disputes over Trump policies
Over 300 lawsuits challenging many of Trump's second-term plans have been winding through federal courts, and a handful may be poised for Supreme Court review.