Consumer confidence strengthens in August, beating expectations for a drop

The Consumer Confidence Index rose in August to 122.9, despite expectations of a decline, The Conference Board announced Tuesday. Economist polled by Reuters expected a decline to 120.3. This better-than-expected result puts consumer confidence at its second best...

Trump-backed GOP congressman is challenging Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in Pennsylvania

A Republican congressman from Pennsylvania backed by President Donald Trump will challenge incumbent Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., for his seat next year. Rep. Lou Barletta, R-Pa., officially announced his bid to unseat Casey, a two-term senator, on Tuesday. In a campaign...