Infographic: President Biden and Congress Face a Range of Complex and Urgent Policy Issues
Defeating COVID-19 and putting our economy on a path to recovery continue to be the most pressing priorities for our nation. At the same time, our fiscal outlook has worsened considerably — and once the pandemic is over, lawmakers will need to return to managing our historically high national debt. Below is a look at the fiscal and economic landscape that policymakers will inherit.
Further Reading
What Types of Securities Does the Treasury Issue?
Let’s take a closer look at a few key characteristics of Treasury borrowing that can affect its budgetary cost.
Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement: Borrowing Up Year Over Year
Key highlights from the most recent Quarterly Refunding include an increase in anticipated borrowing of $158 billion compared to the same period in the previous year.
Experts Identify Lessons from History for America Today
A distinguished group of experts to evaluate America’s current fiscal landscape with an historical perspective.