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CFPB pushing to give consumers more control over their financial data

WASHINGTON — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Thursday proposed a new rule to increase competition among banks by requiring…

Biden’s pick for Israel envoy faces tough questions from senators on Iran

WASHINGTON — Jacob Lew, President Joe Biden’s nominee for ambassador to Israel, defended his handling of Iran policy in the…

Biden calls off Jordan leg of Mideast trip after leader summit canceled

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will no longer visit Jordan as part of his Middle East trip this week, after…

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…

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…

White House announces new efforts to crack down on ‘tens of billions’ in junk fees

WASHINGTON — The White House on Wednesday announced new initiatives to rein in tens of billions worth of surcharges tied…

Biden condemns ‘terror and bloodshed’ by Hamas, says the U.S. will continue to support Israel

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden denounced Hamas’ attacks as terrorism and said the United States stands with Israel. “There are moments…

McCarthy says he would return as House speaker: ‘Whatever the conference wants, I will do’

WASHINGTON — Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., said he was open to becoming speaker of the House again, less than a week…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to run for president as an independent, end Democratic primary campaign

WASHINGTON — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he will abandon his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination and instead run for the…

Biden cheers jobs numbers, asks House to get back to work

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden welcomed job growth news released Friday, but warned of the economic consequences that would ensue…