President Trump said he would nominate the longtime government economist to lead BLS after firing Erika McEntarfer as commissioner following a dismal jobs report.
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Silver plummets after Trump taps Kevin Warsh to chair Federal Reserve
The price of silver plummeted Friday, following President Donald Trump’s announcement that he will nominate economist Kevin Warsh to chair the Federal Reserve.
Companies are getting hit by rising prices, just like consumers
A closely watched inflation indicator ticked up unexpectedly in December, stoking concerns that consumers and the U.S. economy continue to face challenges from rising prices
Hot Deals to Escape the Cold: Top Cruises for Wave Season
January to March is known as “wave season” in the cruise industry, which means you can snag some great deals. Travel expert Mark Ellwood joins TODAY to share the best deals and promotions cruise lines are offering as well as some top beach destinations to hit this winter.
Don Lemon arrested by federal authorities in connection with Minnesota church protest
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by federal authorities and charged with federal civil rights crimes in connection with a protest at a Minnesota church service earlier this month
Trump taps Kevin Warsh to chair Federal Reserve
President Donald Trump plans to nominate Kevin Warsh to the board of the Federal Reserve as a governor and the next chair of the central bank
Another major winter storm, with possible blizzard conditions, forecast for the Southeast
A major storm set to wallop the Southeast begins Friday night, days after another weather system brought paralyzing snow and ice to large parts of the United States
Majority of Saks OFF 5TH stores to close amid bankruptcy
The parent company of Saks 5th Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus will be closing all but 12 of its Saks OFF 5TH locations nationwide.
How to Avoid Romance Scams: Early Red Flags, Verifying, More
Cybersecurity expert and CEO of Fortalice Solutions Theresa Payton joins TODAY to share tips to avoid romance scams. She breaks down the early red flags to be aware of, how to verify someone and more.
Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady Despite Pressure From Trump
The Federal Reserve voted on Wednesday to hold interest rates steady, resisting intense pressure from President Donald Trump to lower those rates. The move comes as Fed Chair Jerome Powell is facing a criminal investigation launched by federal prosecutors. NBC’s Christine Romans reports for TODAY.