Let's take a closer look at a few key characteristics of Treasury borrowing that can affect its budgetary cost.
The Children's Health Insurance Program is a key piece of the social safety net and is aiding in the economic recovery.
Fitch Ratings recently downgraded the U.S. long-term credit rating from its top mark of AAA to AA+.
Unless lawmakers act, Social Security beneficiaries could soon see significant cuts in benefits.
Healthcare in the United States is very expensive — but we don’t get what we pay for.
Healthcare spending in the United States is rising, with serious implications for the federal budget.
One of the largest drivers of that rising debt is federal spending on major healthcare programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Interest rates on U.S. Treasury securities have a significant influence on federal borrowing costs.
Social Security is an integral part of the nation’s fiscal picture and a vital economic lifeline for millions of recipients.
Despite higher healthcare spending, America’s health outcomes are not any better than those in other developed countries.
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