President Joe Biden said in an interview that he is in favor of a ban on stock trading by members of Congress, taking a position on an issue that has been the subject of discussion and proposed legislation in recent years.
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Suspect in CEO killing indicted on murder and other charges
A Manhattan grand jury indicted Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, on charges including first degree murder in furtherance of terrorism. The district attorney said, “this was a killing that was intended to evoke terror.” NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk reports.
New details in deadly mass shooting at Wisconsin school
Police are searching for a motive that drove a 15-year-old student to allegedly kill another student and a teacher in a private Wisconsin school. Six others were wounded. A top question was how the alleged shooter, who took her own life, was able to obtain a gun. NBC News’ Shaquille Brewster reports.
Tennessee woman accused of selling fake weight loss drugs as counterfeit concerns grow
A Tennessee woman was accused of selling counterfeit versions of popular weight loss drugs including Ozempic. Experts say fakes have exploded in the U.S.
UnitedHealth is contributing to the Dow’s historic losing streak
The Dow Jones Industrial Average has notched nine straight days of losses, weighed down in large part by UnitedHealth Group since the killing of Brian Thompson.
Grubhub to pay $25M to settle charges that it misled diners and drivers about costs and pay
Grubhub will pay $25 million to settle charges it misled customers about the cost of their delivery and drivers about how much they could earn on the food-delivery platform.
Starbucks union votes to authorize strike ahead of last scheduled bargaining session in 2024
Starbucks Workers United said Tuesday that 98% of union baristas have voted to authorize a strike as they seek a contract with the coffee giant.
Japan’s Honda and Nissan to reportedly begin merger talks
DETROIT — Japanese automakers Nissan Motor and Honda Motor reportedly plan to enter into negotiations for a merger to better compete in the rapidly changing global automotive industry, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Tuesday.
FTC announces final rule banning junk fees on tickets and hotels
Consumers are one step closer to saying goodbye to more hidden junk fees for good.
Making money moves: Financial actions to take before 2024 ends
From paying off credit cards to maxing out your retirement accounts, NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to provide financial tips you should make before ringing in the new year.