CBS Weekend News, November 15, 2020

SpaceX sends first team of astronauts to space; National Museum of the United States Army opens in Virginia

• Nov 15, 2020
• 19:09

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from December 18, 2013

In his last press conference as Federal Reserve chairman, Ben Bernanke said the Fed will continue to stimulate the economy, but will cut bond purchases by $10 billion in January; and, Snowball Express, named for an old Disney movie, brings a weekend of fun to kids who have lost a parent to war. The non-profit organization gives children -- and parents -- an opportunity to spend time with people who understand what they've gone through.

• Dec 18, 2013
• 20:38

Biden signs infrastructure bill into law

President Biden signed a sweeping bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. It's the largest investment in America's roads, bridges, ports, and broadband internet in decades. Nancy Cordes has the details.

• Nov 15, 2021
• 2:30

Fed to start removing support for economy as inflation surges

The central bank said it will start reducing its $120 billion in monthly bond purchases in the coming weeks.

• Nov 3, 2021

Breaking down Trumps' executive actions

As questions abound in Washington about the president's executive actions signed this weekend, Major Garrett explains the impact they could have on millions of Americans financially struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. He also weighs in on questions over their constitutionality and whether the orders could force Congress to compromise on a stimulus bill.

• Aug 10, 2020
• 4:27

07/23: Red and Blue

The latest from around Capitol Hill; Dr. Fauci to throw out first pitch on Opening Day

• Jul 23, 2020
• 32:31

Controversy over pandemic stimulus allocation

Although nearly 1.7 million PPP loans have been approved so far, a survey found that 80% of small businesses are either still waiting to receive their money or have not heard about their application at all. Four major banks are facing lawsuits alleging they prioritize bigger customers, which are now receiving backlash themselves for receiving stimulus money while smaller, independent businesses did not make the cut. Nancy Cordes hears from small business owners who are struggling with the loan program.

• Apr 23, 2020
• 2:53

Important week for Biden's agenda looms

The fate of two massive spending bills remains uncertain as disagreements within the Democratic Party could threaten to upend President Biden's economic agenda. All this comes as a deadline to fund the federal government is fast approaching. Natalie Brand reports.

• Sep 26, 2021
• 2:04

House Democrats divided on infrastructure bill

President Biden’s domestic agenda faces challenges as progressive House Democrats demand a larger bill dedicated to Democratic priorities before signing off on a bipartisans infrastructure bill. Senate Republicans and moderate Democrats meanwhile, are challenging the larger bill. Christina Ruffini has more.

• Sep 25, 2021
• 1:47

Congress debates spending plan as shutdown looms

Congress is running out of time to reach a deal on spending to avoid a government shutdown. Democrats and Republicans are also in disagreement over whether to raise the debt ceiling. Nikole Killion has the details.

• Sep 23, 2021
• 1:52

Stocks plummet over Chinese real estate woes

Wall Street had its worst day since May amid fears that a Chinese real estate company could default, and that the Federal Reserve could begin ending stimulus measures it enacted during the pandemic.

• Sep 20, 2021
• 0:20

Third Child Tax Credit payment hits bank accounts today

More than 400 economists say that making the expanded federal benefit permanent would benefit families.

• Sep 16, 2021

Some U.S. states are issuing their own stimulus checks

More than 25 million Americans are in line to receive state-issued payments via tax rebates and stimulus aid.

• Sep 3, 2021

Pandemic relief programs to expire

Several federal pandemic relief programs are set to expire soon, including the nationwide ban on evictions, which will end July 31. Joe Minarik, is the director of research for the Committee for Economic Development, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

• Jul 28, 2021
• 7:13

IRS sending millions more additional stimulus checks

Another 2.2 million payments are landing in bank accounts and mailboxes, with some people getting "plus-up" payments.

• Jul 22, 2021

Child Tax Credit: Here's when payments will hit accounts

IRS sending payments of up to $300 per child as part of the government's efforts to "supersize" stimulus aid.

• Jul 15, 2021

Stimulus aid roundup: Here are benefits you might have missed

Some people may qualify for more stimulus cash than they realize, while other programs can offer surprise benefits.

• Jul 12, 2021

Tax refund delay: IRS backlog of returns grows to 35 million

The tax agency faced a "challenging" year, leading to a growing backlog of tax returns, the taxpayer advocate says.

• Jul 8, 2021

Child Tax Credit: Here's who will get up to $1,800 per child in cash

The expanded tax credit isn't available to all parents, and some recipients may be asked to repay the IRS next year.

• Jul 8, 2021

9 more states will end pandemic unemployment aid on Saturday

The GOP-led states say the benefits aren't needed. But some out-of-work people say they are still struggling.

• Jun 18, 2021

Millions of families could soon get Child Tax Credit payments

The IRS has started sending letters to households who may qualify for monthly payments of up to $300 per child.

• Jun 9, 2021

"Three-martini lunch" tax break should be axed, lawmakers say

Revoking a controversial business tax break would free up $5 billion for child care, according to the bipartisan effort.

• May 28, 2021

Here's how to track your third stimulus check

IRS said it delivered some 165 million payments worth about $388B, with an additional 1 million arriving this week.

• May 12, 2021

Paycheck Protection Program runs dry for most loan applicants

Just $8 billion remains in the program, earmarked for companies headed by women or minorities.

• May 6, 2021

Yellen: Federal spending could drive a rise in interest rates

The Treasury secretary's remarks come as the president is pushing two proposals totaling $4 trillion.

• May 4, 2021

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