U.S. gas prices on track to fall below $4 a gallon, experts say
Fuel prices have dropped in recent weeks amid hopes that the midterm elections would increase pressure on the U.S. and Iran to reach a peace deal.
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Higher airfares, gas prices roil travelers
High airfares, driven by President Trump's Iran war, are causing some voters to suffer from sticker shock with midterms just days away. Akiko Fujita reports.
Cruise ship dreams sink amid high fuel costs
An American cruise ship suspended a three-year global voyage in Cambodia due to high fuel costs. Now passengers who planned to live at sea, many of them retirees, must cope with disrupted plans and finances. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has more on this story.
CEO says plan is to file for bankruptcy after ending luxury never-ending cruise
More than 200 passengers, mostly Americans, are stranded in Cambodia after the operator of a luxury U.S. cruise ship ran out of money due to skyrocketing fuel costs.
Trump says he can end Iran war when he wants
The Iran war looms over the midterm elections as costs mount and gas prices squeeze voters' wallets. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more on this, plus Lana Zak reports on races in Iowa.
Trump's gas stocks rise amid Iran war
The value of President Trump's personal oil and gas stock holdings has nearly doubled since his war with Iran began, according to a report by Democrats on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Trump says new fuel supply push will lower prices. Will it work?
The Trump administration said using the DPA funding will increase refining output and lower fuel prices for Americans. Experts are skeptical.
U.S. gas prices rise ahed of midterms
President Trump claimed that Iran is intentionally driving up oil prices ahead of the U.S. midterm election after the country took responsibility for striking oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
U.S. moving some troops from Middle East
The U.S. military has been quietly reducing its footprint at posts in the Middle East due to ongoing threats from Iran and Yemen's Houthi rebels, officials tell CBS News. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more details.
Hubbard comes home to the U.S.
U.S. citizen Stephen Hubbard has been released from a Russian prison. This comes after President Trump made a diesel deal with Russia and a U.S. envoy met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine war. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump rallies in North Carolina
President Trump downplayed economic issues at a rally in North Carolina. In Ohio, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy released a highly criticized attack ad against his Democratic rival Amy Acton. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
Trump sees friction over Ukraine
President Trump is facing backlash from Democrats and Republicans for his decision to waive certain sanctions on Russia amid a diesel deal. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Expert: Trump is aligning with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he once again received no warnings ahead of Russia's overnight missile and drone strikes. Before those attacks, Zelenskyy accused the U.S. of limiting intelligence sharing. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins to discuss.
Face the Nation: Cramer, political panel
Missed the second half of the show? GOP Sen. Kevin Cramer of North Dakota joins, plus our political panel of Caitlin Huey-Burns, Ed O'Keefe and Anthony Salvanto.
Watch: Vance pressed on high gas prices
Vice President JD Vance was confronted by a voter concerned with high gas prices during a CBS town hall that aired Saturday on CBS.
Unpacking the most recent inflation data
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down the key points on the most recent CPI data and how inflation may continue to impact your wallet.
Inflation surged in September as U.S. energy costs jumped
Gas prices, which jumped 9.1% in September from August, accounted for more than half the monthly rise in inflation.
Breaking down September's inflation report
Inflation accelerated to 3.7% in September as energy costs soared amid President Trump's war with Iran, a new CPI report shows. CBS News reporter Emily Pandise has more.
Houthi attacks increasing as midterms approach
Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched new attacks against Saudi Arabia Wednesday, including a ballistic missile that was intercepted over Riyadh, a Saudi military spokesman said. Matt Kroenig, nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Iran war, affordability dominate Senate debates
The economic backdrop of the 2026 midterms is causing political heartburn for many Republicans. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "The Takeout" with takeaways from the Maine, Georgia and Iowa Senate debates.
Dow closes in the red amid inflation spike
Inflation jumped 3.7% in September from a year ago, driven by higher energy costs, according to a government report released Wednesday. CBS News business contributor Javier David joins with analysis.
10/14: The Takeout with Major Garrett
High energy costs push inflation to 3.7% in September; candidates clash during Senate debates in Maine, Georgia and Iowa.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Just weeks before the midterm elections, 90% of Americans say prices in the U.S. are the main factor shaping their view of the economy. These charts show why.
Fact-checking Trump's promises on prices
American consumers are facing higher costs for gas and groceries despite promises made by President Trump during his campaign in 2024. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Iowa Farmers Union endorses 18 Democrats
In a massive rebuke to the Trump administration, the bipartisan Iowa Farmers Union is endorsing 18 Democratic candidates in the November elections, while backing just two Republicans. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak reports.
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