Infographic: The Facts About U.S. Defense Spending
National security is both a vital priority and a significant part of the federal budget.
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Most federal debt is owed to domestic holders, but foreign ownership is much higher now than it was about 50 years ago.
Read MoreHere’s What We Know about Foreign-Born Workers, and How They Compare to the Native-Born Population
A substantial part of the labor force is foreign born, so an understanding of that population’s characteristics is key to understanding the overall economy.
Read MoreHealthcare Costs Are a Major Driver of the National Debt and Here’s Why
One of the largest drivers of that rising debt is federal spending on major healthcare programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Read MoreHow Much Does the Government Spend on International Affairs?
Federal spending for international affairs, which supports American diplomacy and development aid, is a small portion of the U.S. budget.
Read MoreSpending on Veterans in the Budget
This piece examines spending on veterans within the budget and outlines the factors that have pushed it higher in recent years.
Read MoreThe Federal Government’s Support for Low-Income Housing Expanded During the Pandemic
The federal government spent $67 billion on housing assistance in 2023, representing just over 1 percent of total federal outlays.
Read MoreThe United States Spends More on Defense than the Next 9 Countries Combined
Defense spending by the United States accounted for nearly 40 percent of military expenditures by countries around the world in 2023.
Read MoreWhat Is the Child Tax Credit?
The CTC is designed to make raising children more affordable by easing the financial burden faced by families.
Read MoreInfographic: Spending on Prescription Drugs Has Been Growing Exponentially
The growing cost of prescription drugs presents a significant challenge to the quality and affordability of healthcare in the United States.
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