A chapter in the new Economic Report of the President focuses on the growing risks to people and businesses from rising temperatures, and the government’s role in adapting to them.
Category: Federal Budget (US)
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Biden Warns That Climate Change Could Upend Federal Spending Programs
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
The New York Times – Business:Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
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Biden’s $6.8 Trillion Budget Proposes New Social Programs and Higher Taxes
The New York Times – Business:The president proposed trillions of dollars in new spending that has no chance of passing a Republican House, even as he sought to reduce deficits by raising taxes on business and the rich
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Biden Will Release Dead-on-Arrival Budget, Picking Fight With GOP
The New York Times – Business:The president’s plans have little in common with the budget Republicans are set to release this spring, as the nation hurtles toward a possible default on its debt.
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Biden Is Set to Detail at Least $2 Trillion in Measures to Reduce Deficits
The New York Times – Business:The president’s proposals, included in the budget he will release on Thursday, are expected to heavily feature tax increases on corporations and high earners.
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Biden Is Set to Detail at Least $2 Trillion in Measures to Reduce Deficits
The New York Times – Business:The president’s proposals, included in the budget he will release on Thursday, are expected to heavily feature tax increases on corporations and high earners.
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Biden Budget Will Propose Tax Increase to Boost Medicare
The New York Times – Business:The president’s plan targets Americans earning more than $400,000 a year in an attempt to increase the program’s solvency by 25 years.
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Debt Default Would Cripple U.S. Economy, New Analysis Warns
The New York Times – Business:As President Biden prepares to release his latest budget proposal, a top economist will warn lawmakers that Republicans’ refusal to raise the nation’s borrowing cap could put millions out of work.
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Republican Votes Helped Washington Pile Up Debt
The New York Times – Business:As they escalate a debt-limit standoff, House Republicans blame President Biden’s spending bills for an increase in deficits. Voting records show otherwise.
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IRS Decision Not to Tax Certain Payments Carries Fiscal Cost
The New York Times – Business:The Biden administration has opted not to tax state payments to residents, a decision that could add to the nation’s fiscal woes.