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Household finances

Gallup: Record 55% of Americans Say Their Finances Are Getting Worse

The April survey found deepening worries over inflation, energy costs, retirement savings and credit card payments, with pessimism at its highest level since Gallup began asking in 2001

Travel security

TSA PreCheck discount targets travelers 30 and under

First-time applicants in May can get $20 off a five-year membership as summer travel approaches and airfare costs rise

Federal indictment

Former Fauci adviser indicted over alleged COVID records concealment

Dr. David Morens is accused of using private email to evade public records rules while working at the National Institutes of Health. His attorney declined to comment

Artificial intelligence

AI agents are starting to shop for consumers. Experts urge caution

Retailers and payment companies are testing agentic commerce, but specialists warn that autonomous purchases can expose shoppers to costly errors and data risks

Economic fallout

Iran war’s economic hit may linger through 2026, economists say

Oil and gas prices have jumped since the conflict began, raising costs for drivers, travelers and households even if fighting eases soon

Treasury

Bessent defends potential dollar swap lines for Gulf and Asian allies

The Treasury secretary cast the discussions as routine as the Trump administration weighs financial backstops sought by partners during the Iran war