America’s deepening affordability crisis summed up in 5 charts

Although inflation across the U.S. is far cooler than in the post-pandemic years, millions of Americans say they still feel the pinch of rising prices, struggle to pay the bills and express concern about their financial prospects.  Price increases are nowhere near the level reached in June of 2022, when the Consumer Price Index hit … Read more

‘Off the charts’: Secret Service describes rising threats to protectees

WASHINGTON — The Secret Service has opened more than 10,000 investigations this year into threats against people it protects, a 40% rise over the same period last year, officials said Wednesday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Director Sean Curran told reporters at a briefing that … Read more

In charts: Trump puts voter ID, election laws at center stage as midterms near

As the midterm congressional races near, election-related laws are the subject of debate and change in states across the country – and a priority for President Donald Trump. A prominent issue is whether voter ID laws – already on the books in most states – work to verify registered voters at the polls. President Trump … Read more

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

NEW YORK — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani rallied Sunday to celebrate 100 days in office, touting his early accomplishments and charting future goals as he pledged to lead with a relentless focus on the city’s working class. In front of a crowd just days after reaching an early milestone of his first term, … Read more

These 3 charts highlight the affordability issues Americans worry about most

President Trump is expected to focus on the economy during his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday evening — an urgent topic of concern for millions of Americans who say they’re worried about everything from the price of food to spiraling health care costs. The address, which will air at 9 p.m. EDT, … Read more