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Apr 13, 2026

Issues: Fiscal Outlook

America’s high and rising national debt threatens our economic future. Learn about the drivers of the debt.

Mar 3, 2026

Issues: Economic Outlook

A strong fiscal foundation supports economic opportunity and prosperity. Explore the relationship between the national debt and our economic outlook.

Oct 1, 2024

Solutions for Medicare Sustainability

Seven leading policy organizations put forward proposals to strengthen Medicare’s fiscal outlook while maintaining quality of care.

Nov 3, 2025

Four Reasons Why a Government Shutdown Is Harmful

It may be counterintuitive, but government shutdowns are expensive. They are also bad for the economy.

Jan 14, 2026

Eight Key Charts on Tax Breaks

The cost of tax breaks was greater than the size of the deficit in 2025. Learn more key takeaways from the Joint Committee on Taxation’s latest report.

Oct 24, 2025

No Taxes on Tips Will Drive Deficits Higher

Here’s how this new, temporary deduction will affect federal revenues, budget deficits, and tax equity.

Dec 10, 2025

How Did the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Change Healthcare Policy?

The OBBBA adds significantly to the nation’s debt, but its healthcare provisions lessen that impact by $1.0 trillion.

Mar 20, 2026

National Debt Projected to Hit 175% GDP; Interest Totals $99 Trillion

Compared with the previous 30-year projections, spending will be higher, revenues lower, interest rates and interest payments elevated, and the national debt significantly larger.

Mar 23, 2026

What Is the Premium Tax Credit?

The premium tax credit reduces the cost of health insurance for millions of Americans. It is also one of the largest federal tax expenditures.

Dec 19, 2025

What Are the Economic Costs of Child Poverty?

Child poverty is higher in the United States than in other wealthy countries. Studies show that it has quantifiable economic costs.