Republicans ask for spending cuts with debt ceiling bill, blame 'unchecked government spending' for inflation
Republicans on the House Budget Committee are asking congressional leaders to including spending controls with any increase debt ceiling increase, as the July 31 expiration of the debt limit suspension looms.
Inflation inflicting near-term pain, but promises long-term gain for seniors
Heightened inflation has caused financial pain for seniors who saw a modest increase in Social Security benefits in 2021, but relief is likely on the way thanks to those very same rising consumer prices.
Social Security recipients could see biggest cost-of-living raise in 40 years
Social Security recipients are on track to receive the biggest cost-of-living raise in four decades, driven by a rapidly rebounding economy that's caused the biggest surge in inflation in years.
4 unexpected ways to level up your 401(k)
Here are 4 ways to get the most out of your 401(k).
House lawmakers form new caucus to rein in Big Tech
The Freedom from Big Tech Caucus will be led by Reps. Ken Buck of Colorado and Lance Gooden of Texas. Other founding members include Reps. Madison Cawthorn of North Carolina, Burgess Owens of Utah and Paul Gosar of Arizona.
Biden to discuss Russia-linked cybercrimes during meeting with Germany's Merkel
President Biden on Thursday will host a meeting at the White House with German Chancellor Angela Merkel where the pair is expected to discuss a host of issues including cybersecurity and climate change.
GOP Rep. Chip Roy doubles down on secret video comments on obstructing Biden's agenda
Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy has caused a social media firestorm for admitting on a video that Republicans' goal is to obstruct President Biden's agenda on issues like infrastructure and beyond.
What Peter Thiel’s roth IRA means for yours
Large Roth IRAs owned by the superrich are in the tax spotlight now, and all savers should consider the implications for their own retirement accounts.
Rep. Pfluger on border visit with Trump: 'I saw a 6-year-old left in the brush by himself'
Rep. August Pfluger R-Texas, spoke about his visit to the border with former President Trump, noting that he saw unaccompanied children at the border left 'completely alone'
Microsoft exec details 'frightening' DOJ 'abuse' of secret requests for Americans' data in hearing
A Microsoft executive on Wednesday detailed the "frightening" abuse by the Department of Justice of "secrecy orders" that allow the government to take Americans' data from tech companies without ever letting them know.
McConnell urges Biden to pressure Pelosi, Schumer on infrastructure bill
Sen. Mitch McConnell, the Senate minority leader, called on President Biden to use his office to pressure Democrat leaders to de-link the bipartisan infrastructure deal and a much larger spending bill.
Lawmakers introduce bill to sanction Hamas' financers amid reported uptick in crypto donations
House lawmakers on Wednesday introduced a bipartisan bill that will sanction individuals, entities and governments that provide financing to the militant organization Hamas on the heels of a deadly conflict in the Gaza Strip.
Republicans point to inflation in bid to retake Congress
Gas prices have whizzed past $3 per gallon in much of the nation. The cost of used cars and new furniture, airline tickets, department store blouses, ground beef and a Chipotle burrito are on the rise, too.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could be highest in 13 years amid inflation surge
Social Security recipients could be in line for one of the biggest cost-of-living adjustments next year as consumer prices continue to surge.
Kudlow: I don't believe the 'Squad' favors America
Larry Kudlow took aim at Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., for her recent comments equating the United States and Israel to terrorists, warning that the 'Squad' is pushing the Democrat party farther to the left, Friday on “Kudlow.”
Social Security, Medicare should not be cut for deficit woes: AARP
Congress should reject any effort by lawmakers to slash funding for Social Security and Medicare in order to reduce the nation's ballooning budget deficit, AARP said Wednesday.
GOP reps ask Biden to halt provision in COVID stimulus banning states from using money for tax cuts
A group of 45 House Republicans on Thursday is sending a letter to President Biden asking him to halt the implementation of a provision in the coronavirus stimulus bill that bars states from paying for tax cuts with the money they get through the law.
What is the 'Green New Deal' proposal drafted by incoming Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
Ocasio-Cortez drafts climate proposal that would eliminate most U.S. fossil fuel use for electricity, replace with renewables
GOP candidate Saccone on special election, Trump's support
Republican congressional candidate Rick Saccone on potential impact of President Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs on Pennsylvania special election.