As Democrats try to find a way back to power in Washington, some see tax cuts as a quick and easy way to address affordability. The wonks are freaking out.
Category: Federal Budget (US)
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Are Democrats Becoming a Party of Tax Cuts?
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TSA Lines Are Shorter. The World Cup and a Lengthy Shutdown Could Change That.
The New York Times – Business:Security lines are shorter, but the shutdown continues and pay is unresolved. With the World Cup around the corner, T.S.A. agents are tempering their expectations.
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To Boost Military Budget, Trump Targets Popular Programs at Home
The New York Times – Business:Amid the war with Iran, the president has proposed to scale back some of the very programs meant to ease families’ financial burdens.
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Trump Budget Does Little to Address Nation’s Fiscal Challenges
The New York Times – Business:While the federal deficit has started to shrink under President Trump, his plans could make the long-term situation worse.
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Trump Requests $1.5 Trillion for Military Spending
The New York Times – Business:The huge proposed increase would be partly offset by steep cuts to domestic programs, some of which the Trump administration describes as wasteful.
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Trump Requests $1.5 Trillion for Military Spending
The New York Times – Business:The massive, proposed increase would be offset in part by steep cuts to domestic programs, some of which the administration describes as wasteful.
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Trump Faces a Tough Fight With His New Budget
The New York Times – Business:Last year, the president proposed many steep spending cuts that Congress never granted. This time, he may face an even tougher sell.
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ICE May Remain at Airports Even After T.S.A. Pay Resumes, Border Czar Says
The New York Times – Business:Transportation safety officers are set to be paid on Monday, but Tom Homan, the White House’s border czar, said ICE agents may stay where there are shortages.
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Tariff Whiplash Clouds Outlook for Federal Budget
The New York Times – Business:The tariffs thrown out by the Supreme Court had become an important revenue source. President Trump said he could replace that money with other levies.
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Trump Sought Vast Budget Cuts. Congress Granted Few.
The New York Times – Business:In a series of deals over the past three months, lawmakers rejected some of the president’s most aggressive attempts to whittle down the government.
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Another Government Shutdown? Here’s What Travelers Should Know.
The New York Times – Business:It was not immediately clear whether passengers would face delays at airport security checkpoints in the coming days if a government shutdown does occur.