House GOP looks to pass two-step package to avoid government shutdownMeasure would extend government funding for some agencies and programs until Jan. 19 and continuing funding for others until Feb. 2.By Kevin Freking6 months ago
Biden asks voters to let him ‘finish the job.’ Here’s what that meansHis goals for child care, community college and prescription drugs have been laid out, and he has made promises on civil rights that are unfulfilled.By Chris Megerian6 months ago
What is ‘X-date,’ and what happens if US defaults on debt?A prolonged default could be devastating, with crashing markets and panic-driven layoffs if confidence in a cornerstone of the global economy ends.By Josh Boak12 months ago
GOP's proposed vets benefits change kicks off new lawmaker slugfestRepublican lawmakers want changes to a fund designed to protect money for veterans benefits payouts.By Leo Shane III12 months ago
‘Devastating’ debt default threatens troop pay, defense programsIf Congress fails to raise the debt ceiling, payments to troops, veterans and defense contractors could cease as soon as June.By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris12 months ago
Debt limit fight stalls lawmakers’ defense budget work Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 15, 2023.By Leo Shane III12 months ago
GOP lawmakers: our budget-cutting plan doesn’t harm veteransTwo GOP lawmakers say the House Speaker's proposed budget cuts won't touch federal spending on veterans.By Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill. & Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn.12 months ago
Veteran’s benefits take center stage in partisan budget showdownFighting between Democrats and Republicans over budget legislation has left veterans advocates uncertain about future support for their priorities.By Leo Shane III13 months ago
From Ukraine to debt ceiling, it’s a balancing act to pass FY24 budgetThe debt ceiling debate could complicate Congress' attempt to pass a defense budget and additional Ukraine emergency spending.By Bryant Harris13 months ago
Biden budget vs. House GOP: Values on display in debt fight“I’m ready to meet with the speaker any time — tomorrow, if he has his budget,” Biden said while rolling out his own $6.8 trillion spending proposal.By Josh Boak15 months ago
President Biden, House Speaker McCarthy to discuss debt limit"There will not be a default,” McCarthy said, though he suggested that declaration depended on the willingness of Biden and Democrats to negotiate.By Hope Yen and Zeke Miller, The Associated Press16 months ago
Debt ceiling: 2011 showdown leaves lessons for Biden, GOPThe Treasury Department has notified Congress that it’s time to again raise the nation’s debt ceiling, now at $31 trillion.16 months ago