New poll on voter feelings about U.S. economy ahead of Trump's second term

A growing number of voters think the economy is improving ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's second term in the White House, according to a recent CBS News poll. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has ...

More Americans feeling better about the economy, CBS News poll finds

Negative views toward the economy helped drive voters to the polls for the 2024 presidential election. According to a new CBS News poll, more Americans already feel better about the economy. CBS ...

NBC News Exit Poll: Voters express deep concern about America's democracy and economy

The state of democracy and the economy in the United States were the top issues on the minds of voters as they cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, according to preliminary results from ...

Politics - NBC News - November 6

Trump finalizing Cabinet picks ahead of second term

President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his second-term Cabinet are coming together as the Senate confirmation process nears before the inauguration occurs. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.

Biden administration tightens sage grouse protections ahead of second Trump term

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Friday issued updates aimed at strengthening its proposed protections for the greater sage grouse — an iconic bird that inhabits public lands across the U.S. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Democratic officials engage in schmoozing ahead of Trump’s second term

While liberal activists are preparing for all-out resistance, some Democrats — such as Eric Adams, Jared Polis and Chris Coons — seem to think a little kissing up to MAGA world is in order.

Bezos, Musk rivalry heats up ahead of Trump’s second term

A social media spat between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos this week underscored a sharpening rivalry between two of the world’s richest men at a time when both are trying to grow their sprawling ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Polls Show Trump’s Edge Shrinking on Voters’ Top Issue: The Economy

It remains priority No. 1 for many voters, particularly those who are still undecided, according to Times/Siena polling. But can Kamala Harris translate her gains into votes?

Business - The New York Times - October 30

Sustainability Jobs Are on a Tear as the U.S. Eyes a Second Trump Term

A new LinkedIn report shows major demand for job candidates with green skills, which experts say will continue regardless of U.S. politics.

Business - Inc. - November 8

What we know about Trump's team for second term in White House

President-elect Donald Trump's team is taking shape for his second term in the White House. CBS News campaign reporter Libby Cathey breaks down what's confirmed.

For Many Voters, the Economy Feels Personal, and They Blame the Democrats

Years of inflation have left American consumers in a state of sticker shock, and ready to point fingers when dishing out blame.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Voters concerned about economy broke hard for Trump: Survey

Many voters who listed the economy as one of the most important issues going into the election overwhelmingly supported President-elect Trump at the ballot box, according to a new survey. The AP ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Trump converts voters in deep-blue California – was it all about the economy?

President-elect took eight counties that went for Biden, and economic discontent appears to have been a key driver. Donald Trump on 5 November expanded his coalition across the United States, and ...

World - The Guardian - November 17

DOJ plans to focus on 'most egregious' Jan. 6 cases ahead of second Trump term

The Justice Department plans to focus on arresting the “most egregious” Jan. 6 rioters before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. NBC News' Ryan Reilly reports that the DOJ ...

The last time inflation was projected to get worse, this investment was popular. Why it’s ‘unloved’ now.

A Treasury auction on Thursday pointed to lackluster demand for inflation-protected securities ahead of Trump’s second term.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Trump ahead of Harris in Iowa in new Emerson College poll

Former President Trump is ahead of Vice President Harris by 10 points in Iowa, according to a new poll released on Saturday. The new survey, from Emerson College Polling/RealClearDefense, found ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

What Trump's second term could mean for U.S. efforts to tackle climate change

There is uncertainty about what will happen to the world's battle against climate change as President-elect Trump says he'll again withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement. Fred Krupp, ...

China braces for second Trump term

While on the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to put large tariffs on Chinese goods to protect American manufacturing, which might threaten the Asian nation's already-slowing ...

Thursday Briefing: U.S. Voters Focus on the Economy

Plus, what too much sugar does to your body.

World - The New York Times - October 30

What to know about Project 2025 before Trump begins second White House term

Questions are emerging about the proposed changes in the Project 2025 conservative agenda after former President Donald Trump beat Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. ...

What Trump's Cabinet picks so far signal about his second term

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday tapped Rep. Elise Stefanik for U.N. ambassador, former Rep. Lee Zeldin to head the Environmental Protection Agency and Tom Homan as his administration's ...

What to know about Trump's Cabinet as he forms team for his second term

CBS News' chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett discusses President-elect Donald Trump's picks for major roles in his administration and Cabinet.

Here’s Why People Feel Like a Strong U.S. Economy Is Passing Them By

Many people feel they aren’t getting their share of strong economic expansion—and that isn’t always a disconnect from reality, according to new research.

Business - Inc. - October 29

US presidential election updates: Poll shows Harris ahead in early voting as Trump jokes about reporters being shot

Kamala Harris holds marginal leads over Donald Trump in swing state polls with less than 48 hours before polls close in the 5 November election. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

There’s more evidence that Americans might finally be feeling better about the economy

Consumers are more optimistic about inflation, the job market and their own finances, New York Fed survey shows.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

US election votes in maps and charts

Analysis of the results of the election.

Apple deftly navigated Trump's first term. The second one brings new challenges

Wall Street analysts say Trump's proposed tariffs could spell trouble for Apple. But regulatory scrutiny may ease.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Pro-U.S. president of Palau wins second term, defeating brother-in-law

The president of the Pacific Islands nation of Palau, Surangel Whipps Jr., was returned for a second term after a national election held last week.

What a second Trump term could look like

Former President Donald Trump has already claimed victory in the 2024 presidential election with CBS News projecting the former president with 266 electoral votes. CBS News' Robert Costa examines ...

Trump unleashed: what a second term will bring

Commanding victory will leave former US president feeling vindicated to press ahead with plans

World - Financial Times - November 6

Why the US gave Trump a second term

Millions of Americans voted to give him a second chance - our North America editor Sarah Smith looks at why.

European Summit Will Focus on Handling Trump’s Second Term

Campaign threats of a trade war, revoked support for Ukraine, and weakening NATO ties will be the focus of a Thursday meeting of EU leaders.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Trump's immigration promises for second presidential term

Former President Donald Trump ran on a campaign to radically overhaul immigration policy in 2024. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more from the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona.

What a second Trump term means for health care

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story What Trump's return could mean for US health policy President Trump’s imminent return to power is poised to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump wins historic second term as president

After his stunning victory, Vice President Kamala Harris called President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him. Trump pulled off what is perhaps the biggest comeback in recent American history, ...

Four things for green investors to watch in Trump’s second term

The president-elect will bring major changes to energy and environmental policy

World - Financial Times - November 8

Trump's second term will devastate the US climate agenda

What happens when an incoming leader has an opinion so ill-informed that it threatens national security, economic stability, millions of new jobs, public health and the safety of virtually every ...

Politics - The Hill - November 18

Woodward on second Trump term: Americans 'better be frightened'

Veteran journalist Bob Woodward said earlier this week that Americans “better be frightened” when it comes to President-elect Trump’s upcoming second term. “Having chronicled 10 presidents going ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

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