Economic promises helped Donald Trump get re-elected. Now, he has an affordability problem, and his administration is facing backlash from consumers over the cost of living. Ali Bauman has more on efforts to bring relief. #Americans #struggling #weeks #federal #food #aid #quotIt039s #food #lightsquot
The government shutdown has proven a nightmare for many homebuyers and sellers. While Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans and Veterans Affairs (VA) loans can still technically close, they largely haven’t been. “We haven’t been able to close FHA and VA loans, or get flood insurance through FEMA, which is required for properties in designated flood zones,” … Read more
As lawmakers inch closer to a deal to end the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, hundreds of thousands of government workers who’ve gone without pay are wondering when their paychecks could finally arrive. It’s still unclear when the shutdown might end, though the Senate is working to finalize a funding package. House members were told … Read more
A recent survey shows consumer confidence in the economy is near record-low amid the ongoing government shutdown. Andres Gutierrez is in Burbank, California, with the details. #Consumer #confidence #U.S #economy #recordlows #survey #shows