TransUnion settles with the FTC, CFPB for $23 million for impeding tenants’ ability to obtain housing
WASHINGTON — Two federal consumer protection agencies have reached a $23 million settlement with credit reporting firm Trans Union LLC,…
Sen. Bob Menendez charged with acting as agent of Egypt in superseding indictment
Sen. Bob Menendez has been accused of accepting bribes and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt, according to a…
Biden takes credit for easing inflation, strong job market as GOP polls better on economy
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden lauded Thursday’s Labor Department report showing relatively stable inflation, taking credit for a recent spate…
Steve Scalise does not appear to have votes to become speaker as GOP remains divided
Republican lawmakers remained divided Thursday after nominating Rep. Steve Scalise as their candidate for speaker of the House of Representatives,…
‘We know they’re waiting for us’: Gaza’s tunnels pose deadly challenge for Israeli troops
Israeli troops are massing on the border of Gaza following Saturday’s surprise attack inside of Israel, but their orders are…
Israel calls for evacuation of 1.1 million Palestinians in Gaza; at least 27 Americans killed
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the Israel-Hamas war. See here for the latest updates. Israel told the United…
Putin makes first known trip abroad since arrest warrant issued; Kyiv’s counteroffensive off schedule
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on October 12, 2023. Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Biden issues warning to longtime Hamas ally Iran, reiterates support for Israel and Netanyahu
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday he warned Iran to “be careful” in the wake of attacks by militant…
Businesses are returning $140 million in surprise overdraft fees to consumers, according to a CFPB report
WASHINGTON — The nation’s federal consumer protection watchdog announced Wednesday that companies will refund $140 million to customers as a…
Steve Scalise nominated as House speaker candidate by GOP lawmakers
Republican lawmakers Wednesday selected Rep. Steve Scalise as their candidate for speaker of the House of Representatives, more than a…
