Debt Ceiling

Biden Urges Republicans To End Debt Default Threat At Oval Office Meeting

The president again asked Republicans to pass a debt limit increase to avoid an economic catastrophe, not hold it “hostage” to their budget-cut demands.
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Government Workers Sue To Kill Debt Limit

The National Association of Government Employees says the debt limit is unconstitutional and that it would furlough federal workers.
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What To Do (And Not Do) With Your Money Amid The Debt Ceiling Crisis

What happens if the U.S. defaults on its debt? Here's what experts say — and what you can do to be prepared.
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This Is What Could Happen If Republicans Won’t Increase The Debt Ceiling

Spiking interest rates, market crashes and a deep recession would all be likely, economists say.
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House Republicans’ Budget Bill Doesn’t Spare Veterans. Democrats Are Making Them Regret It.

But the GOP says it would never sign off on cuts to veterans’ benefits.
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U.S. Could Be Unable To Pay Debt As Early As June 1, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Warns

The new timetable upping pressure on Congress, President Biden invites Capitol Hill leader to White House to talk debt limit.
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Republicans Want Joe Biden To Bend On ‘Work Requirements’

Despite his past support for work requirements, the White House hasn’t suggested any interest in fresh benefit cuts for the jobless.
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Hakeem Jeffries Assails GOP As 'Party Of Tax Cuts For The Wealthy'

"How dare you lecture America about fiscal responsibility," the House Democratic leader told Republicans in a fiery speech.
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House Republicans Pass Their Debt Ceiling Bill, But Path Ahead Unclear

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy had to make some late accommodations, but one big objection to negotiations starting has been dealt with.
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Federal ‘Work Requirements,’ Benefit Cuts Already Taking Effect For Millions This Year

As pandemic policies expire, welfare programs revert to stricter standards and stingier benefits.
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