A new poll finds the vast majority of U.S. adults are feeling some stress about the cost of groceries, as prices continue to rise and concerns about the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs remain widespread. Only 14% say it's not a source of stress, underscoring the pervasive anxiety most Americans continue to feel about the cost of everyday essentials. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research survey finds about 4 in 10 Americans under age 45 say they've used what are known as "buy now, pay later" services to make small purchases on entertainment or restaurant meals or to pay for essentials like groceries or medical care.

Among the threats tariffs pose to the U.S. economy, none may be as strange as the sell-off in the dollar. Currencies rise and fall all the time over inflation fears and other factors, but economists worry the dramatic dollar drop shows a loss of confidence in the U.S. as President Donald Trump tries to reshape global trade. If true, the blow could be big. The special status of the dollar as the medium of international trade and a safe haven has allowed the U.S. government, consumers and businesses to borrow at low rates even as debts have ballooned, which has helped speed economic growth.

House Republicans have narrowly approved their budget framework. The 216-214 tally was a turnaround for Speaker Mike Johnson after abruptly postponing Wednesday's vote. Johnson worked into the night to satisfy conservative lawmakers who refused to support the plan. He and Senate Majority Leader John Thune assured conservatives they were on track seeking at least $1.5 trillion in cuts. President Donald Trump had admonished the holdouts to "stop grandstanding." The bill is central to President Donald Trump's agenda of tax breaks, spending cuts and mass deportations. There are still more votes ahead as lawmakers draft a final package in the weeks to come.