Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
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Social Security faces 22% benefit cut by 2032 without action
The Social Security program faces a projected 22% benefit cut by late 2032 if no legislative action is taken, as its trust fund reserves are expected to be depleted. This shortfall, estimated at $29.3 trillion over 75 y…
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New Senators Face Social Security Solvency Crisis
A new cohort of senators, comprising 17 members from both parties, is set to tackle the challenge of ensuring the solvency of Social Security. The program's trust fund is projected to be depleted by late 2032, which wou…
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Congress faces funding deadlines and $40T debt ceiling challenge
Congress faces significant fiscal challenges following the midterms, including a looming government funding deadline and the need to raise the national debt ceiling. President Trump's administration, now with a Democrat…
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US debt interest payments exceed $1 trillion, outpacing GDP growth
The U.S. federal government's net interest payments on its debt surged by 8% in fiscal year 2026, reaching $1.05 trillion and outpacing growth in spending, revenue, and GDP. These payments now average approximately $2.9…
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IMF chief warns US debt requires more than growth; Treasury pushes back
The head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the United States' national debt, which has surpassed $40 trillion, cannot be solely addressed by economic growth. Kristalina Georgieva stated that while…
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Social Security retirees to get largest COLA in 4 years amid solvency concerns
Social Security recipients are set to receive a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in January, the largest increase in four years, driven by inflation. This adjustment will impact approximately 72 million people, add…
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Trump's AI-fueled growth fantasy faces market skepticism amid deficit concerns
Republicans, particularly under Donald Trump, are once again promising that tax cuts will spur economic growth and self-fund, this time with the added belief that AI will significantly boost the economy. However, financ…
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US debt faces market risk as interest costs surge, ratings agency warns
Scope Ratings has maintained the U.S. sovereign credit score at AA-, citing the nation's strong economy and deep capital markets, but warned of increasing vulnerability due to surging interest costs and structural expen…
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US 10-year Treasury yields top 5%, sparking debt spiral fears
The yield on 10-year U.S. Treasury notes has surpassed 5%, raising concerns among budget watchdogs about a potential national debt spiral. This increase in borrowing costs could lead to annual interest payments exceedin…
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Trump promises $5,000 dividend to voters if Republicans win midterms
Donald Trump has proposed a "Trump Dividend" of $5,000 for every adult American if the Republican Party retains control of the House and Senate in the upcoming midterm elections. This pledge, which would cost over $1 tr…
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US national debt tops $40 trillion amid generational spending imbalance
The United States national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, with debt held by the public reaching 100% of GDP for the first time since World War II. This significant increase over the past 25 years is attributed to majo…
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Social Security fears drive early benefit claims amid insolvency concerns · 1 source tracked
Many Americans are claiming Social Security benefits early due to fears of future benefit cuts, despite financial advisors recommending they wait. A survey by the National Association of Registered Social Security Analy…
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Durbin, Cassidy propose new process to secure Social Security solvency
Senators Dick Durbin and Bill Cassidy are proposing a new legislative process to address the solvency of Social Security, aiming to secure benefits for future generations. Their plan involves the Social Security Advisor…
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Baby Boomers collecting 265% of Social Security contributions, Millennials footing the bill
A new analysis from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) highlights a significant financial imbalance within the Social Security system, where Baby Boomers are projected to collect substantially more in…
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Musk, Sanders clash on billionaire tax proposals
Elon Musk and Bernie Sanders have contrasting views on taxing billionaires, despite using similar figures. Musk argues that even a 100% tax on all billionaires would barely impact the $40 trillion national debt, suggest…
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Social Security faces insolvency warning, watchdog says
A fiscal watchdog group is warning that Social Security may not survive to its 100th birthday without significant congressional action. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget projects the program's trust fund wi…
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CBO: Trump tariffs' demise to widen US deficit to $2.1 trillion
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has confirmed that President Trump's tariff program, recently struck down by the Supreme Court, will cause the US budget deficit to swell to $2.1 trillion for 2026. This represents …
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US national debt hits record $39.5T, investor blames Trump
The U.S. national debt has surged to $39.5 trillion, a 37% increase from pre-pandemic levels, with tech investor Jason Calacanis attributing a significant portion of this rise to President Donald Trump. Calacanis critic…
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New Trump Tariffs Generate Less Revenue Than Invalidated Measures
The White House has implemented new tariffs to replace those previously invalidated by the Supreme Court, aiming to recoup lost revenue. However, these new measures are projected to generate significantly less income, a…
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Trump's new tariffs to generate $950B but fall short of debt plan goals
The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) has analyzed former President Trump's new tariff plan, estimating it will generate $950 billion by 2036. However, this falls short of covering the revenue lost due t…