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James R. Hood

Fairfax, VA
Jim Hood is a grizzled veteran of the news business. After 14 years at the Associated Press, he founded Zapnews and ConsumerAffairs.com. In his dotage he runs The Outraged Consumer on Substack and ConsumerNews.ai.
Google’s Gemini AI shopping push raises new questions about hidden advertising and paid product placement

Google’s Gemini AI shopping push raises new questions about hidden advertising and paid product placement

Ads, paid placements, sponsored content, user reviews - is there a difference anymore?
James R. Hood 25 May 2026
It's not a good time to buy a car but with today's price of gas ...

It's not a good time to buy a car but with today's price of gas ...

Extreme conditions can sometimes justify extreme remedies
James R. Hood 25 May 2026
The holiday weekend slogs on, despite weather, inflation and congestion

The holiday weekend slogs on, despite weather, inflation and congestion

Even picnic prices were running ahead of last year, as inflation grips the economy
James R. Hood 25 May 2026
Trump fintech order could reshape how Americans move money — and who controls the system

Trump fintech order could reshape how Americans move money — and who controls the system

Forget ballrooms and arches, this is a major campaign with long-lasting effects
James R. Hood 22 May 2026
A record 45.1 million travelers — at $4.56 a gallon

A record 45.1 million travelers — at $4.56 a gallon

Brutal traffic, crowded airports, rainy weather also greet many of those travelers
James R. Hood 22 May 2026
National Recall Roundup, May 21

National Recall Roundup, May 21

Check your home for any of these recalled items
James R. Hood 21 May 2026
Trump immigration banking order draws warnings of mass debanking

Trump immigration banking order draws warnings of mass debanking

Critics say the move could make it harder for immigrants to open bank accounts, get mortgages, obtain credit cards or send money to family members
James R. Hood 21 May 2026

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