Americans’ financial literacy slumps to a 10-year low, new study finds

Americans’ understanding of basic financial concepts has fallen to a 10-year low, raising concerns that households are becoming less prepared to manage debt, savings and retirement decisions, according to a new study from investment giant TIAA and Stanford University’s Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center. In 2025, U.S. adults correctly answered only 47% of the 28 …

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Trump blasts judge after White House ballroom construction hits major snag

Trump blasts judge after White House ballroom construction hits major snag – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump slammed the judge on social media who blocked construction of the White House ballroom. Mr. Trump also posted photos boasting potential new White House security features. Weijia Jiang has more.

Trump voices optimism about peace deal as U.S., Iran launch strikes

The U.S. launched a new round of “self-defense strikes” on Iran, according to the military. Meanwhile, President Trump expressed optimism about a possible deal, saying on social media early Monday “it will all work out well in the end.” Charlie D’Agata reports.

Congress returns with GOP agenda stalled over DOJ’s “anti-weaponization” fund

Washington — Congress is returning from recess this week to resume work that went unfinished before lawmakers left town, when GOP leaders were forced to scrap plans to fund immigration agencies after a Republican revolt over the Trump administration’s “anti-weaponization” fund. Senate Republicans were preparing to begin a marathon vote series to fund the Department …

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