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With a shutdown averted, federal agencies face budget constraints — and inefficiency
Oct 1, 2021
Because lawmakers couldn’t agree on a series of spending bills before Oct. 1, agencies keep running on last year’s budget.
What will happen if the U.S. blows through the debt limit?
Sep 27, 2021
The economy would be in uncharted — and dangerous — territory.
The debt ceiling explained
Sep 24, 2021
If Congress fails to raise or suspend the debt limit, it won’t cause a government shutdown. But it could mean a failure to pay Social Security benefits and federal salaries.
Congress weighs getting tough on Big Tech
Jun 22, 2021
The House Judiciary Committee is set to consider a package of antitrust bills this week.
The debt ceiling "dance" is coming up. How did it start?
Jun 16, 2021
A higher debt limit does not mean funding more government programs. It is paying for the bills already due.
Bank CEOs will likely face social issue questions from Congress
by
Justin Ho
May 26, 2021
The bank leaders may be asked about diversity and lending practices during the pandemic.
Earmarks are back, and they could be key to Biden's infrastructure plans
May 13, 2021
Earmarks — money members of Congress request for projects back home — could make it easier for lawmakers to get on board.
For public good, not for profit.
As Biden addresses Congress, economic policy looms large
Apr 28, 2021
Help is on the way for arts organizations and schools. But tackling thornier economic issues will require bipartisan support.
Earmarks make a comeback in a closely divided Congress
Mar 12, 2021
Opponents argue earmarks opened the door to corruption and waste. Supporters argue they'll help make Congress more effective.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren on her new wealth tax bill and how to enforce it
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
Mar 12, 2021
Economists say the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act could raise $3 trillion in 10 years.