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Nov 13, 2025

Deficits and Debt in the Lens of History

“Sustained deficit reduction is possible only when different political factions can compromise and stick to an agreed course of action,” writes Barry Eichengreen.

Nov 13, 2025

Welcome to the New Era of U.S. Debt, Where the Bond Market is King

“For now, investors would rather own U.S. bonds than many other nations’ debts . . . That might not always be the case,” writes Heather Long.

Mar 20, 2026

Federal Healthcare Costs on Track to Reach $3.1 Trillion by 2036

Federal healthcare programs are among the fastest-growing drivers of federal spending, and their continued growth will put significant upward pressure on the national debt.

Aug 26, 2024

What Is Site Neutrality and Could It Help Reduce Healthcare Costs?

While the quality of care is often the same in non-hospital versus hospital settings, the prices charged for treatment in hospitals is higher.

Apr 8, 2026

Careers

We seek employees who are creative and motivated, and who share our commitment to addressing our nation’s most pressing challenges.

Dec 4, 2025

What Types of Securities Does the Treasury Issue?

Learn about the different types of Treasury securities issued to the public as well as trends in interest rates and maturity terms.

Mar 18, 2026

What Are Caps on Discretionary Spending and Do They Work?

Let’s look at the trends in discretionary spending and how effective caps are in reducing the debt.

Jan 27, 2026

Fiscal Internship

The Fiscal Internship program provides students with first-hand research experience at public policy institutions in Washington, D.C.

Oct 7, 2025

How Does the U.S. Healthcare System Compare to Other Countries?

Despite higher healthcare spending, America’s health outcomes are not any better than those in other developed countries.

Nov 14, 2025

How Much Does the Government Spend on International Affairs?

Federal spending for international affairs, which supports American diplomacy and development aid, is a small portion of the U.S. budget.