Monday Market Rundown
The number of vacant jobs in the U.S. fell to 3.84 million in March from 3.9 million the month before.
Public Pulse: Feeling the Pain
We want your thoughts on the impact of the sequester. Vote now!
Monday Market Rundown
The economy gained 165,000 jobs in April and the unemployment rate was 7.5 percent. The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell by 18,000 for the week that ended April 27. Get more top economic headlines inside this week’s Monday Market Rundown.
Breaking It Down: Unemployment Insurance Fraud
This week CNBC revealed the federal government lost $3.3 billion to fraud in its unemployment benefits program. Here is what the federal government could have used those funds for.
President Obama’s First 100 Days
April 29 marks the end of the first 100 days of President Barack Obama’s second term. In recognition of this milestone, Bankrupting America adds up key numbers from the president’s first 100 days.
Monday Market Rundown
The U.S. economy grew 2.5 percent in the first quarter (January to March) of 2013, a reading that was below economists’ expectations.
Voters Speak: More needs to be cut
After sequestration, 61% of Americans think Washington still needs to cut more government spending.
Voters Speak: Balance the budget
70% of Americans agree: a balanced budget will help our economy.
Voters Speak: Cut taxes, create jobs
62% of Americans say cutting taxes will create jobs.
Voters Speak: Cut spending, grow the economy
66% of Americans think cutting spending will grow the economy.

