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Comey dismissal's economic impact, and the "mom penalty"

Economic impact

FBI Director James Comey's sudden dismissal has sparked a political firestorm, and the fallout could making it all but impossible for the White House to deliver on President Trump's economic agenda aimed at boosting growth. We break down how the Comey affair could impact the administration's economic plans.

"I was stunned"

Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, says she was blown away by the news President Trump had fired FBI Director James Comey. She talks about why, and about what Democrats need to do and say to build support going forward, in the latest episode of "The Takeout" podcast.

Mom penalty

Being a mom has lots of advantages, like your kids showering you with love on Mother's Day. But the disadvantages are practical: For one, you tend to earn less. Employed moms typically make less money than women who don't have children. Are there ways for working women to beat the "mom penalty"?

Retail investment

It's been disastrous year for traditional brick-and-mortar merchants, with icons ranging from Sears to Macy's losing more ground to ecommerce. But another factor is weighing on retail chains: Wall Street. We look at how deep-pocketed private equity firms are contributing to the retail industry's woes.

Shark swarm

A jump in shark sightings close to Southern California shores have put lifeguards on higher alert. About 15 great white sharks have been spotted off the coast, prompting deputies to evacuate the water. Experts offer a simple explanation; there are more sharks in the water.

Terminal swap

It's moving day at Los Angeles International Airport. The world's fourth busiest airport begins what is slated to be the largest terminal swap in history at any active airport, and one of the country's biggest airlines is footing the entire bill for the move.

Up Everest

Two Snapchatting climbers have reached a new milestone in their latest attempt to summit Mount Everest together. This is the second time Adrian Ballinger and Cory Richards are trying to ascend the world's highest peak without supplemental oxygen. Last year, only Richards made it to the summit.

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