The American push to fund Kyiv’s war effort has created big economic opportunities for Mesquite, Texas, and other cities around the country. Some of their G.O.P. congressmen want to end it.
Tag: Federal Budget (US)
Facing Threats, U.S. Navy Struggles to Modernize Its Ships
A new generation of cheaper and more flexible vessels could be vital in any conflict with China, but the Navy remains lashed to big shipbuilding programs driven by tradition, political influence and jobs.
U.S. Support for Ukraine Aid Starts to Fray After Debt Limit Deal
Spending caps set by the debt limit bill have empowered critics of U.S. aid to Ukraine, threatening the bipartisan coalition that has kept military assistance flowing to Kyiv.
The House Passed the Bill. Who Won?
President Biden both won and lost the debt-ceiling negotiation.
For Biden, Debt Limit Crisis Complicates Trip to Asia
Volatility has become the new norm in Washington as the president heads to Japan, where he will reassure world leaders that the debt ceiling showdown will not upend the global economy.
Yellen Calls Invoking 14th Amendment to Raise Debt Limit ‘Legally Questionable’
The Treasury secretary warned that a default would lead to a “very substantial downturn.”
Debt Showdown
Lawmakers are starting discussions on the debt limit, weeks before a critical deadline.
The Fight Over the Debt Limit
House Republicans are putting the economy at risk to push spending cuts.
A Republican Spending Problem
Will the House be willing to cut programs that benefit G.O.P. voters?
French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.