Bessent talks Trump Accounts' July 4 debut
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke exclusively with Kelly O'Grady about inflation, gas prices and Trump Accounts, which are now available.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke exclusively with Kelly O'Grady about inflation, gas prices and Trump Accounts, which are now available.
In an exclusive interview with Kelly O'Grady, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reacted to high gas prices, inflation, President Trump's cryptocurrency earnings disclosure and the official launch of Trump Accounts for children.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touched on the recent disclosure of President Trump's crypto earnings, the latest developments with the tax-deferred Trump Accounts, and the struggles facing the U.S. economy.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge climbed to 4.1% in May, its highest level in more than three years. Greg Robb, economics editor at MarketWatch, joins with analysis.
May's personal consumption expenditure index, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, rose 4.1% year to year, the highest level in three years. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge climbed to 4.1% in May, its highest level in more than three years. Josh Schafer, Barron's Investor Circle Newsletter editor, joins with analysis.
Inflation continued to rise in May, with the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index rising at an annual rate of 4.1%.
With gas prices still higher than last year and inflation stretching household budgets thin, many Americans are facing high financial stress. A recent CBS News poll shows that most Americans think the Iran war is not worth its cost. Political strategists Harrison Fields and Jonae Wartel discuss.
The Federal Reserve unanimously voted Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged. It was the first rate decision under the new chair, Kevin Warsh. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday in its first meeting with Kevin Warsh as chair. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports from the New York Stock Exchange.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Voters in Georgia are casting their ballots in two key Republican runoff races on Tuesday. Trump-backed Lieutenant Gov. Burt Jones and billionaire Rick Jackson are vying for the GOP nomination for governor. The winner will face Democrat and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in November. Meanwhile, Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins is facing off with former college football coach Derek Dooley for the GOP nomination for Senate. The winner of that race will take on Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more.
The producer price index came in much higher than expected in May, signaling that U.S. consumers may face more inflation in the coming months. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady explains.
New Producer Price Index data signals that inflation continues to affect wholesalers more and more. CBS News' Kathryn Watson has more.
President Trump is renewing his threats to take Iran's Kharg Island, a move that would worsen the dynamic with Tehran despite diplomatic efforts to reach a peace deal. CBS News' Robert Berger and Aaron Navarro report.
A surge in the Producer Price Index signals that businesses are paying more for goods and services, which could push up consumer costs.
President Trump announced that more attacks on Iran are coming following two days of strikes on Iranian facilities and reciprocal strikes in the region by Tehran. CBS News' Kathryn Watson reports.
Inflation surpassed 4% in May, surging to its highest level in three years, new government data shows. When asked about the latest spike in prices, President Trump said "I love the inflation" and argued global prices would be higher if not for a secret U.S. mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Nancy Cordes has more.
A new poll from Edward Jones and Gallup of more than 5,000 adults found only 16% felt financially "fulfilled." More than half said they feel financially "conflicted," experiencing both stability and uncertainty. 32% were financially stressed. Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her article about the poll.
According to a recent survey, 71% of U.S. public school teachers said they work at least one second job.
Over a third of U.S. workers now hold multiple jobs just to keep up, according to a recent survey by ZipRecruiter. Meg Oliver shows how many school teachers are working side hustles in this "Affordability in America."
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
The U.S. saw its highest inflation since April 2023 in May, according to the latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Kelly O'Grady has more.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
More than 200 people at Camp Taum Sauk in Missouri, were rescued after 6 to 12 inches of rain fell along the Taum Sauk Reservoir.
The president has repeatedly said he's the No. 1 target of the Iranian regime, with protesters holding banners calling for his death at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral this week.
Colt Gray is scheduled to appear in Barrow County Superior Court on July 24 for a plea hearing, court documents show.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Congressman Ro Khanna said members of the Israel Defense Forces spoke with the settlers and moved a car to block the road.
The White House wants Iran to publicly acknowledge that shooting at the ships was a mistake.
Christine and Elmore Wonsley said they don't believe their son would've stayed on the island when his friends left by boat.
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs, including one report from a Navy pilot who said a mysterious object was "unlike anything I had seen" in 28 years of service.
Colt Gray is scheduled to appear in Barrow County Superior Court on July 24 for a plea hearing, court documents show.
More than 200 people at Camp Taum Sauk in Missouri, were rescued after 6 to 12 inches of rain fell along the Taum Sauk Reservoir.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
A federal judge on Friday agreed to dismiss the convictions of four members of the far-right Proud Boys group for their actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
Good help is hard — and expensive — to find, according to a recruiting firm for private chefs, chauffeurs and other household workers.
Prices at the pump sank following a June ceasefire. But renewed conflict in the Middle East and other factors are driving fuel costs back up.
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
Congressman Ro Khanna said members of the Israel Defense Forces spoke with the settlers and moved a car to block the road.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
A federal judge on Friday agreed to dismiss the convictions of four members of the far-right Proud Boys group for their actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Graham Platner had until 5 p.m. on Monday to formally suspend his campaign or he would remain on the ballot in November.
The White House wants Iran to publicly acknowledge that shooting at the ships was a mistake.
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
Jenney Bitner feared she wouldn't get to see her children grow up after a tumor in her brain revealed she had Stage IV melanoma.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 1,500 cases.
Can a normal human handle soccer star Erling Haaland's calorific bonanza? CBS News' Leigh Kiniry found out the hard way.
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
A chaotic bull run at Spain's San Fermin festival in Pamplona on Saturday left 13 people injured, including one runner who was pierced by a horn in the face.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
The fire has scorched some 25 square miles of forest and farmland, about the size of Manhattan.
A total of 22,141 fans wore the caps in London's Hyde Park on Friday ahead of his set at the British Summer Time festival.
Hundreds were rescued from flooding in Missouri. President Trump threatened to "decimate and destroy" Iran if they try to assassinate him. Plus, Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy sat down with Kelly O'Grady to discuss his new book.
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James Hunter is a Grammy-nominated R&B artist known for his gritty voice and songwriting acumen. Here's The James Hunter Six with "A Sure Thing."
James Hunter is a Grammy-nominated R&B artist known for his gritty voice and songwriting acumen. Here's The James Hunter Six with "Gun Shy."
James Hunter is a Grammy-nominated R&B artist known for his gritty voice and songwriting acumen. Here's The James Hunter Six with "Here and Now."
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
A new report from AI detector Pangram found that AI-generated content is flooding socials like X and Reddit, with LinkedIn accounting for nearly two-thirds of all AI content detected. Pangram CEO and co-founder Max Spero joins CBS News to discuss his findings.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
A major database breach at James Dolan's Madison Square Garden arena revealed an apparent internal list tracking nearly 40,000 celebrities, according to a new report from WIRED. The report alleges that surveillance labels included "LGBTQIA," "DO NOT HOST," and evaluated individuals on a "risk" level. MSG claims the report is inaccurate. WIRED contributing editor Noah Shachtman joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss his reporting.
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court said it would allow Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages while the issue plays out in the lower courts. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional question.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
Colt Gray is scheduled to appear in Barrow County Superior Court on July 24 for a plea hearing, court documents show.
Teen football player Nolan Wells was found dead on a Mississippi island days after he vanished during a July Fourth outing. Wells' parents are searching for answers, saying that they don't believe their son would have stayed behind on the island by choice.
The weeklong pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk wrapped up on Friday with the defense calling one final witness to the stand. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Eight people have each been charged with conspiracy counts over a planned attack at the UFC event that was held at the White House in June. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
New details are emerging about what led to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's death. The Mexican man was wrongfully shot and killed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during a traffic stop in Houston, Texas. Shawna Mizelle has the latest.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Hundreds were rescued from flooding in Missouri. President Trump threatened to "decimate and destroy" Iran if they try to assassinate him. Plus, Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy sat down with Kelly O'Grady to discuss his new book.
Eyewitnesses say Lorenzo Salgado Araujo did not threaten ICE agents before he was shot and killed during a vehicle stop, an attorney said, contradicting an agent's account. The Department of Homeland Security said that officers were looking for a different person when they stopped Salgado Araujo's vehicle.
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President Trump threatened to "decimate and destroy" Iran if they try to assassinate him. This comes as the U.S. and Tehran continue negotiations. Here's what to know about where things stand.
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