Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down

Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.

• Nov 8, 2024

Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.

Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.

• Nov 7, 2024

The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points

The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.

• Nov 7, 2024

FDA to pull common but ineffective cold medicine from market

The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."

• Nov 7, 2024

Biden speaks after Harris' loss to Trump: "We accept the choice the country made"

President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.

• Nov 7, 2024

Residents warned after 43 monkeys escape research facility

Traps have been set up and thermal imaging cameras are being used in an effort to locate the fugitive monkeys, police said.

• Nov 8, 2024

Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, defense official says

A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid​, a government official said Wednesday.

• Nov 7, 2024

USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.

• Nov 6, 2024

Key moments of the 2024 campaign in photos

After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.

• Nov 6, 2024

5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.

• Nov 7, 2024

Harris says "when we lose an election, we accept the results"

Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.

• Nov 7, 2024

When will Trump take office as president? Here's when he'll be sworn in

Here's what to know about when President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in to office.

• Nov 7, 2024

Donald Trump election win boosts stocks, cryptocurrency and Trump Media

Stocks and cryptocurrency prices set to power higher after Donald Trump wins U.S. presidential election.

• Nov 6, 2024

Trump's historic comeback comes after indictments and bruising campaign

Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.

• Nov 6, 2024

Here's the impact of the Fed's rate cut decision today

The Federal Reserve said it is cutting rates by 0.25 percentage points, its second rate cut of the year.

• Nov 7, 2024

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