Consumers are 'propping up' this economy, says Stephen Moore
Economist Stephen Moore discusses consumer spending and debt, holiday season shopping and the exodus from Wall Street.
Paper check fraud is on the rise: What to know
Many Americans still write paper checks for bills, purchases and services. However, bad actors are making a comeback and ripping off customers and U.S. banks.
Employers are fed up with college 'waste,' opt for skilled blue-collar workers instead
The Freedom Economy Index (FEI) found that small businesses held disdain for college-educated workers and favored blue-collar workers with skills and experience.
Nikki Haley vows China won't 'threaten or intimidate' American businesses under her administration
Republican presidential candidate and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley vowed Friday that China won't “threaten or intimidate” American businesses if she is elected to the White House in 2024.
Gas prices dip further, bringing drivers relief ahead of Thanksgiving: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas is steadily declining. If both gas demand and oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate additional decreases in pump prices leading up to Thanksgiving.
Americans need to ‘wake up’ to the fact TikTok is ‘poisoning’ our youth: Kara Frederick
Heritage Foundation Tech Policy Center director Kara Frederick joins ‘The Big Money Show’ to discuss the rise in antisemitism on social media.
Eric Clapton guitar sells for $1.27 million after being considered one of the world’s most famous instruments
One of rocker Eric Clapton's guitars sold at auction in Nashville, Tennessee, for $1.27 million. See the psychedelic instrument that sent bidders into a frenzy.
Pentagon fails annual audit for 6th year in a row
The DOD failed an annual audit of its assets for the sixth year in a row, officials announced this week. A Pentagon spokesperson said that the organization is "learning."
First-party delivery fraud becomes an inflation driver in USA
A recent survey by Socure shows not saying you received a package when you did now cost U.S. merchants and financial institutions over $100 billion a year while driving inflation.
GOP needs to be ‘extremely ferocious’ in pushing for more border security: Rep. Claudia Tenney
Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., joined ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss the GOP’s ongoing investigation into President Biden, the border crisis and Trump’s civil fraud case.
US renters remain burdened as insurance pressures on landlords mount
U.S. renter households remained burdened in the third quarter of 2023, according to a report from Moody's Analytics that found 30% of renters' gross income was spent on rent.
Many older Americans having difficulty managing debt, AARP survey indicates
A recent AARP survey of Americans aged 50 and older found many are struggling to manage their debt load amid elevated inflation and high interest rates.
Cybercrime victims lose more money in Alabama than any other state: study
Alabama was listed as the worst state for online shoppers after a study revealed each resident who fell for an online scam in the past 12 months lost an average of $50,600.
FDIC cancels planned board meeting after WSJ reports of toxic workplace
The FDIC board called off a scheduled meeting to complete a plan to reimburse a federal deposit insurance fund for billions in losses tied to the collapse of two large banks in March.
Water damage is a big home risk – Here's how you can avoid a disaster
Homeowners could be doing more to protect their homes from non-weather related water damage – the second most prevalent cause of insurance loss claims – and could save money as a result, a recent survey by The Hanover Insurance Group said.
Inflation is falling, but Americans are still paying an extra $680 a month due to high prices
Inflation has fallen considerably from the highs of mid-2022, but price gains are still costing Americans an extra $680 a month compared with two years ago.
Biden administration is turning a ‘blind eye’ to Iran: Rep. Steve Scalise
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., joined ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss the Senate’s decision to pass a stopgap bill, the U.S. border crisis and the GOP’s ongoing investigation into President Biden.
Stacey Abrams voting group reportedly facing allegations of financial misuse
Former Georgia Congressman Doug Collins weighs in on 2024 election polls, the ongoing probe into Hunter Biden, Biden's potential impeachment and Stacey Abrams' voting group reportedly being accused of financial misuse.
Biden was basically ‘begging’ Xi Jinping to visit America: Rep. August Pfluger
Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, joined 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the White House’s approach to the Israel-Hamas war and the U.S.’s tense relationship with China.
A winning, 3-part spending cut strategy for Republicans
Instead of trying to come up with a brand-new plan in a fractious conference, Republicans should rally around pro-growth policies that already unite them.