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Understanding the New Senior Deduction in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The senior deduction adds complexity to the tax code, and fewer than half of seniors will benefit from it.
The Federal Government Has Borrowed Trillions. Who Owns All that Debt?
Most federal debt is owed to domestic holders, but foreign ownership is much higher now than it was about 50 years ago.
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Mar 19, 2026
Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement: Higher Borrowing Compared to Last Year
Key highlights from the most recent Quarterly Refunding include an increase in anticipated borrowing of $249 billion compared to the same period in the previous year.
Mar 19, 2026
Social Security’s Funding Gap is 1.3% of GDP — Here’s How We Can Close It
Social Security is an integral part of the nation’s fiscal picture and a vital economic lifeline for millions of recipients.
Mar 18, 2026
The Federal Government Has Borrowed Trillions. Who Owns All that Debt?
Most federal debt is owed to domestic holders, but foreign ownership is much higher now than it was about 50 years ago.
Mar 18, 2026
With $39 Trillion in Debt, Is the U.S. Headed for More Credit Downgrades?
Three successive downgrades of the U.S. credit rating should alarm elected leaders, but our national debt remains on an unsustainable trajectory.
Mar 18, 2026
The United States Is Adding to the National Debt Faster Than Ever
The nation’s debt is growing at a historic rate and eclipsing all-time highs.
Mar 18, 2026
Infographic: The National Debt Is Now More than $39 Trillion. What Does That Mean?
Although the national debt affects each of us, it may be difficult to put such a large number into perspective.
Mar 18, 2026
Budget Basics: What Is Sequestration?
Sequestration is a budget procedure used by lawmakers to cancel or limit funding in order to meet budget goals.