This Year We Saw the Largest Budget Deficit Since 1945, Driven Largely by the Pandemic
In fiscal year 2020, the U.S. saw the largest budget deficit since 1945 at $3.1 trillion. Find out what contributed to these record-breaking stats.
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In fiscal year 2020, the U.S. saw the largest budget deficit since 1945 at $3.1 trillion. Find out what contributed to these record-breaking stats.
Coronavirus aid programs were implemented to provide much needed support for small businesses, but how effective have they been? Read more in our analysis.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2020/10/how-did-the-fiscal-response-to-coronavirus-help-small-businesses
This important piece of legislation established the federal budget process still in use today.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/qa-40th-anniversary-congressional-budget-act
At the first presidential debate, both candidates acknowledged the growing national debt, but voters want to hear more.
The IMF raises concerns that progress on important fiscal issues is being hampered by political dysfunction in Washington.
The International Monetary Fund warns that U.S. debt levels pose a risk for future economic growth and fiscal stability.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2018/10/imf-raises-concerns-for-fiscal-stability-of-the-united-states
Student debt is one of the biggest challenges young people will face as they prepare to enter adulthood, and is often their first encounter with debt.
This week PGPF held its fifth annual Fiscal Summit, the premier gathering dedicated to addressing our nation's long-term national debt and economic future.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2014-fiscal-summit-videos-and-highlights
Americans and the economy are vulnerable to a series of high-stakes fiscal deadlines, with an uncertain path forward.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2019/07/fast-approaching-fiscal-deadlines-pose-threat-to-american-economy
A pair of top policy experts offer insights into the economy, the effectiveness of relief legislation, and what it all means for the election and beyond.