How much would Democratic Socialist Mamdani’s agenda cost New York City taxpayers?
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani proposes billions in new spending for universal childcare and social programs, funded in part through tax increases on wealthy residents.
CBO reports $1.8 trillion federal deficit as debt costs hit record $1 trillion
The Congressional Budget Office reported a $1.8 trillion federal deficit for fiscal year 2025, driven in part by a record $1 trillion interest costs from servicing the national debt.
IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'
The IRS released updates for tax year 2026, adjusting tax brackets, standard deductions, estate tax exclusions and various credits for inflation and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Mamdani's socialist 'freebies' will cost New Yorkers $10 billion
'The Big Money Show' panel discusses the cost of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's socialist agenda.
Cuomo warns dem socialist rival’s tax plan would trigger mass exodus of NYC’s wealthy
Andrew Cuomo argued Zohran Mamdani's plan to raise corporate taxes and income taxes on high earners would cause an exodus of businesses and wealthy residents from New York City.
Trump's tariff story is taking a different direction, expert says
Ironsides Macroeconomic managing partner Barry Knapp discusses the overall banking story, Fed rate cuts and the election of Japan's first female prime minister on 'Mornings with Maria.'
If you’re 50 and older, you might be about to lose a big tax break
Starting in 2026, workers age 50 and older earning more than $145,000 must make catch-up 401(k) contributions to Roth accounts instead of pretax accounts.
Progressive cities gamble with universal income while inflation threat looms
‘The Big Money Show’ panel discusses Boulder, Colorado’s $500-a-month universal basic income experiment, taxpayer concerns, AI job fears, and whether free cash creates opportunity or fuels dependency.
Trump cancels Schumer, Jeffries meeting over 'ridiculous demands' as shutdown deadline nears
Rep. William Timmons, R-S.C., discusses the chances of a government shutdown, the Russia-Ukraine war and the future of the Clarity Act on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Gavin Newsom challenger Ethan Penner announces plan for new California tax system
California gubernatorial candidate Ethan Penner makes his case to be the Golden State's next governor on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Cut income taxes instead of sending rebate checks: Art Laffer
Former Reagan economist Art Laffer joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to argue tax cuts, not rebate checks, are the solution to America’s affordability crisis.
Royal Caribbean passenger accused of jumping overboard to dodge vacation gambling debt
Jey Gonzalez-Diaz was caught with $14,600 cash after jumping from a cruise ship to allegedly evade gambling debts, faces federal charge and fines.
SCOOP: Conservative groups reject Trump's reported patent tax plan as 'counterproductive in the extreme'
Conservative groups argue a proposed patent tax would undermine President Donald Trump's tax cuts and threaten American innovation leadership in emerging technologies.
New York City corporate real estate makes a strong comeback
Cushman & Wakefield Chairman of Global Brokerage Bruce Mosler discusses NYC's real estate market and how a Zohran Mamdani mayoral victory could affect the residential and commercial landscape on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Florida lifts sales tax on firearms, ammunition until end of year
Florida expands its Second Amendment sales tax holiday to include firearms and ammunition for the first time, extending the break through December 2025.
Powerball tickets sold in Missouri and Texas win $1.79B jackpot
Two tickets in Texas and Missouri matched the winning numbers drawn Saturday night for the Powerball's $1.79 billion jackpot, which has an estimated cash value of $820.6 million.
Market strategist questions one Trump policy he 'does not understand'
Osaic chief market strategist Phil Blancato breaks down two areas post-pandemic that are still 'hard to swallow' for consumers and criticizes one White House policy on 'Making Money.'
Trump's tariff diplomacy is as much foreign policy as it is economic policy: Larry Kudlow
'The Big Money Show' panel reacts to President Donald Trump's asking the Supreme Court for an 'expedited ruling' on tariffs.
Treasury Department releases official list of jobs eligible for 'no tax on tips' deduction
President Donald Trump's "no tax on tips" policy covers eight industry categories, including food service, entertainment, hospitality and personal services under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Trump is 'within his rights' to exercise authority to reduce spending: Sen. Blackburn says
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., discusses the White House's pocket rescission as well as the benefits of the 'big, beautiful bill' on 'Kudlow.'