America's middle class is growing increasingly squeezed by sagging incomes and soaring expenses, experts told Congress on Wednesday.
Unemployed? More help for you
Congress passed legislation late Thursday to extend the period of government assistance to Americans struggling in the shrinking job market.
Congress scrambles on auto bailout
Democratic leaders said Thursday that Congress would return in December to consider extending a $25 billion lifeline for troubled U.S. automakers if...
US car firms ask for $25bn aid
The bosses of the three biggest US carmakers, Ford, GM and Chrysler, ask Congress for a $25bn bail-out.
Obama pushes lame-duck agenda
President-elect Barack Obama urged Congress on Saturday to work this coming week on a plan to help the country's economy and in particular address...
Hedge fund boss backs regulation
A US hedge fund leader tells Congress he would be happy to see his industry become more transparent.
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