FISCAL BLOG

Although a return to a normalized interest environment is a good sign for the strength of the economy, rate increases will make it more expensive to borrow.

The federal deficit is growing during a period of economic expansion — a pattern that is highly unusual.

It’s important for lawmakers to consider the many available policy options for improving that outlook.

Significant damage was done to America’s fiscal outlook over the past year.

There are a number of key fiscal issues not only facing the current Congress in coming weeks, but also awaiting the new Congress.

Seven in ten voters from across the political spectrum say the record national debt will be an important factor in their vote in next week's Midterm Elections.

Last year's tax cuts have had significant implications for the federal budget, our economy, and every family and business in the country.

Revenues in 2018 didn’t even keep up with inflation, much less growth in nominal gross domestic product.

The International Monetary Fund warns that U.S. debt levels pose a risk for future economic growth and fiscal stability.

Trillion-dollar annual deficits not seen since the Great Recession are expected to return as soon as next year.