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A new report shows how close American households are to the financial edge
In 2024, nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities.
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A new report shows how close American households are to the financial edge
In 2024, nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities.
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Non-'Luxury' Cars Have Basically Stopped Existing, Thanks to the K-Shaped Economy
There are now no new cars in the United States that retail for less than $20,000, as companies exclusively target wealthier consumers.
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U.S. Economy Slows as Inflation Bites (Gift Article)
Gross domestic product grew at a slower rate in the second quarter and persistent price pressures are unsettling financial markets.
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How burritos became a cost of living lightning rod
Numerous conservative figures have chimed in on an X conversation regarding how much eating out and everyday groceries cost.
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Senate committee led by Rand Paul votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions at COVID hearing
Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination more than 100 times in his appearance before the panel, accusing Paul of having an "unhinged obsession" with him.
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The American Affordability Tracker
Timely data on Americans’ finances and the cost of basic needs by state and congressional district.
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Global food prices at three-year high as heatwaves and wars push up crop costs
UN index says weather is affecting wheat yields while conflicts in Ukraine and Iran hit exports and drive up prices
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🚨Trump Makes A SHOCKING ADMISSION About His FUTURE, Reporters SNAP
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A $20 Burrito Has the Online Right in Shambles, Warring with Itself
The threat of a $20 burrito has plenty of hypocritical Republicans saying that you should eat nothing but ramen for the rest of your life.
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