Retail
Court rules Trump administration must fund consumer finance watchdog
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must secure CFPB funding after blocking shutdown attempts. The consumer protection agency faces critical funding crisis.
Mortgage rates hit 2025 low as homebuyers catch a break
Mortgage rates drop to their lowest point in 2025, offering potential relief for homebuyers in today's competitive housing market across the nation.
All the dials are lining up for strong economic growth, economist says
The Heritage Foundation chief economist EJ Antoni joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to break down why the economy remains resilient, how minimum wage hikes could hurt small businesses and why tariff fears failed to materialize.
Trump narrows Fed chair picks, January decision expected
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's term ends in May 2026, but President Trump plans to pick his replacement by January.
Further rate cuts in question as Fed policymakers deeply divided over December cut, minutes show
Federal Reserve policymakers were split on December's rate cut decision, with multiple dissents revealing disagreements over inflation and labor risks.
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,386,384,190,622.68 as of 12/30/25
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
IRS hands workers bigger tax break for business expenses in 2026
Gig workers get a tax break with higher mileage rates for 2026. The IRS increased business driving deductions to 72.5 cents per mile from last year.
Trump calls Fed chair Powell a 'fool,' threatens lawsuit over headquarters renovation
Trump accuses Fed Chair Jerome Powell of "gross incompetence" and threatens lawsuit over costly headquarters renovation project in latest attack on central bank leader.
Workers in 19 states get pay boost as minimum wages jump nationwide on New Year's Day
Major minimum wage increases take effect in 22 states during 2026, benefiting millions of American workers as wages rise above the federal $7.25 minimum.
Outback Steakhouse sued after man suffers 'serious bodily injury' from toilet shattering under him
A Florida man sued Outback Steakhouse after a handicapped toilet seat allegedly shattered and collapsed while he was on it, causing severe bodily injury.
