United States Politics and Government – Page 508

How to Invest as a Debt Ceiling Crisis Looms

The risk of a federal debt ceiling breach later this year has increased. Steel yourself for trouble, our columnist writes. But remember: This, too, shall pass.

By Jeff Sommer

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America Set to Hit Its Borrowing Limit Today, Raising Economic Fears

The milestone will not immediately affect markets or growth, but it sets the stage for months of entrenched partisan warfare.

By Jim Tankersley and Alan Rappeport

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Russian Citizen Accused of Running Cryptocurrency Exchange Used by Criminals

The charges were part of an intensifying effort by federal law enforcement agencies, in conjunction with European partners, to combat international cryptocurrency schemes and illegal transactions.

By Glenn Thrush

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As Debt Ceiling Threat Looms, Wall Street and Washington Have Only Rough Plans

A default would most likely rattle markets and carry big risks, no matter how the Federal Reserve and Treasury try to curb the fallout.

By Jeanna Smialek and Joe Rennison