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Biden marks one year in White House
President Biden gave an update with his infrastructure task force on projects nationwide that he says will help ease supply chain problems. CBS News White House reporter Kathryn Watson joined CBSN to discuss how Mr. Biden plans to move forward on his agenda as he begins his second year in office.
Biden's first year and the challenges ahead
President Biden gave a two-hour press conference to mark his first year in office. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and Washington Post White House reporter Tyler Pager join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with their insights.
Americans face inflation despite economic growth
President Biden has vowed to tackle the rising rate of inflation in the U.S. But many Americans don't feel like his administration is doing enough, despite steady economic growth during his first year in office. Chief economist for Morning Consult John Leer joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden holds news conference as he nears one year in office
President Biden held his first news conference of 2022, as he marks one year in office. The milestone comes as the White House faces multiple challenges, including inflation and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports, then joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden to hold first 2022 press conference
President Biden is set to hold his first formal news conference of 2022. It comes a day ahead of the first anniversary of his presidency. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss.
U.S. adds 194,000 jobs
The Department of Labor released the September jobs report, revealing that the U.S. has added 194,000 jobs, while the unemployment rate declined to 4.8%. Economist and financial advisor David Peters joins CBSN to discuss the latest numbers and the state of the economy.
COVID, economy hurt Biden's approval rating
As President Biden nears the one-year mark of his presidency, Americans are growing frustrated with his handling of the pandemic and the economy. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "CBSN AM" to break down the latest data.
New CBS News poll on Biden
A recent CBS poll found that Americans want the president to focus on the economy and inflation. The poll comes as as he will mark the first full year in office on Thursday. Biden's apporval rating is down 16 points since a year ago. Christina Ruffini reports.
Biden at year one: Not enough focus on inflation leaves many frustrated
Anthony Salvanto, CBS News' director of elections and surveys, discusses a new CBS News poll finding that most Americans say the president isn't paying enough attention to either the economy or inflation — together, their top issues.
Judging Joe Biden's first year in office
The beginning of the Biden Presidency is being measured by opposing forces – both by legislative wins, and by the economic headwinds of the continuing pandemic. CBS News' John Dickerson talks with Harvard University historian Jill Lepore, New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie, and The Atlantic's James Fallows about the presidency's "return to normalcy"; the chaos surrounding the withdrawal from Afghanistan and COVID-19 testing; the contrasting news of low unemployment and rising inflation; and how Joe Biden's temperament may be the most powerful tool being wielded by the Oval Office.
Thieves raid cargo containers in L.A.
An alarming trend of thieves targeting unguarded cargo containers is further hampering an already strained U.S. supply chain system. Railroad officials report that nearly 90 containers are being hit everyday near Union Station in Los Angeles. Lilia Luciano reports.
U.S. inflation choking pay raises
Americans are making more money than they were a year ago, but inflation is impacting those higher wages. Stacey Vanek Smith, co-host of NPR's The Indicator podcast, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss more
Cryptocurrency-related job openings surged in 2021
Job postings containing the words "Bitcoin," Ethereum," "blockchain" and "cryptocurrency" soared 395% in the U.S. from 2020 to 2021, according to a new report from LinkedIn. Daren Fonda, a crypto and finance editor for Barron's, joins CBSN with more on how cryptocurrency is reshaping the job market, as well as the future of the internet.
Economist weighs in on record high inflation
The Labor Department says inflation in the U.S. jumped 7% between December 2020 and December 2021. That's the biggest increase since 1982. Peter Morici, an economist and emeritus professor at the University of Maryland, joins CBSN's Lilia Luciano to discuss what the latest data means for our economy.
Unemployment falls to pandemic-era low
The U.S. added a disappointing 199,000 new jobs in December, less than half of what economists were expecting. However, in the last month of 2021, the unemployment rate fell to its lowest point since the start of the pandemic. Diane Swonk, the chief economist at Grant Thornton, joined CBSN to discuss what the December jobs report means for the economy heading into 2022.
Unemployment rate drops to 3.9%
A new Department of Labor report reveals the U.S. added 199,000 jobs in December. The unemployment rate has fallen to 3.9%. This comes as the country confronts a surge in COVID-19 infections and rising inflation. Frances Stacy, director of portfolio strategy at Optimal Capital, joins CBSN to discuss the current and future labor market.
Apple becomes first $3 trillion company
Apple became the first company in the world to be worth more than $3 trillion. It comes less than two years after Apple's market capitalization hit $2 trillion.
Jobless claims are lowest in decades
New jobless claims for the week ending December 25 were close to the lowest in half a century. Heather Long, an economic columnist for The Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on unemployment and the economy.
Latest jobless claims numbers are near 50-year low
Ranks of newly unemployed are at lowest level since 1969 as employers keep hold of workers amid a tight labor market.
COVID labor shortage causes major travel chaos
Many travelers remain stranded after airlines cancelled nearly 4,000 flights due to COVID-related staff shortages. Errol Barnett has the details.
Retail trends for the 2021 holiday season
Charisse Jones, USA Today's economic opportunity reporter, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the holiday retail season, tips for last-minute shoppers, and what to look for in 2022.
Democrats to move ahead on Build Back Better
President Biden and his fellow Democrats say they will continue to work on their $1.75 trillion social spending and climate plan despite Senator Joe Manchin saying he would no longer support the legislation. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with a look at the next steps and more news from the White House.
Used cars are increasing in value
Supply chain disruptions and slug and chip shortages means there are fewer new cars available for purchase. As a result, used cars are soaring in value and lots are scouring to keep up inventory. Errol Barnett has more.
Biden to speak on Omicron variant
President Biden will deliver remarks on the pandemic Tuesday as COVID-19 infection rates soar in parts of the country. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with a look at what to expect from his speech and more news from the White House.
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