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The Debt Ceiling Will Be Reinstated on January 1 — Here’s What’s at Stake
One of the first, and most consequential, decisions facing newly elected lawmakers will be what to do with the debt ceiling.
How Does Student Debt Affect the Economy?
As overall student debt has grown over the past decade, it is apparent that such borrowing can place a financial burden on households.
How Does the Federal Government Subsidize Healthcare Under the ACA — and What Does It Cost?
In 2025, the expansions of the premium tax credit under the Affordable Care Act will expire, and lawmakers will have to decide whether to extend them.
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Social Security Reform: Should We Raise the Retirement Age?
Many policymakers have called for the full retirement age to be gradually raised and ultimately pegged to average life expectancy.
Growing National Debt Sets Off Alarm Bells for U.S. Business Leaders
Debt rising unsustainably threatens the country’s economic future, and a number of business leaders have signaled their concern.
Social Security’s Funding Gap is 1.2% 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.
The Share of Americans Without Health Insurance in 2023 Remained Low
In 2023, 26 million people were uninsured. While that represents a significant portion of the population, the uninsured rate remained at one of its lowest levels in history.
The U.S. Just Had Its Highest Deficit Outside of Major War or Recession
One of the reasons to restrain debt and maintain a sustainable fiscal outlook is that emergencies arise that may necessitate federal support.
CBO: Debt Remains High Under President’s Budget
CBO finds that the budget would not reach balance in 2027 as the administration projects.
Four Key Takeaways from the CBO 2018 Long-Term Outlook
Federal debt is already at its highest level since 1950 and is projected to climb to 152 percent of GDP under current law by 2048 — by far an all-time high.