D.C. Drama, Retail Details 10/17/23

The drama in Washington continues, as a vote for House Speaker ends with Jim Jordan failing to get enough votes. While President Biden is heading to Israel for a high-stakes trip. We’ll tell you all you need to know.

Plus, markets are reacting to a stronger-than-expected retail sales number. Can the consumer keep holding up the economy? Or will a strong economy give the Fed cause to raise rates one more time? We’ll explore.