Social Security crisis: Beneficiaries face 21% benefit cut without reforms, says CFRB
A new report by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget finds that Social Security beneficiaries would see a 21% benefit cut when the trust fund is depleted in late 2033.
Meta CEO admits Biden-Harris admin pressured company to censor Americans
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted in a letter to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan that the Biden-Harris admin pressured Facebook to censor Americans.
U.S. economists list top election issues: NABE
Government spending and immigration reform need to be addressed in the first year for whoever wins the White House in November, as both are key to the stability of the U.S. economy.
Harris' economic plan would add over $1.7T to national debt: CRFB
Vice President Harris released part of her economic agenda aimed at lowering costs for families, which the nonpartisan CRFB estimates would add $1.7 trillion to the national debt.
There's a decent chance Kamala Harris' economic policies could be worse than the last three years: Jason Trennert
Strategas Research Partners CEO & Chairman Jason Trennert on Kamala Harris' Day One priority, the budget deficit, the unemployment rate and whether a president should get a say on Fed decisions.
Economist offers bipartisan plan to avoid financial crisis by stabilizing America's surging national debt
The U.S. national debt is growing rapidly to record-setting levels, and economist Brian Riedl proposes a bipartisan plan to stabilize the debt's growth to avert a future debt crisis.
Stuart Varney: Trump's 'radical' tax proposals are shrewd political moves
'Varney & Co.' host Stuart Varney analyzed Trump's plan to make Social Security benefits tax-free for senior citizens and his 'no tax on tips' policy.
'Recessionary Russian roulette': House Dem demands Powell end 'kamikaze' interest rate policy
Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., is urging Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to act swiftly on slashing interest rates or risk economic calamity.
Peter Morici says Social Security shouldn't be taxed: 'Silly situation'
University of Maryland economist Peter Morici discusses Kamala Harris' pivot on her progressive policies and the claims that Trump and Republicans want to cut Social Security, among other benefits.
There's no fiscal responsibility in any of Kamala Harris' policies whatsoever: Rep. Greg Murphy
Rep. Greg Murphy, R-N.C., joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss Trump pitching the elimination of taxes on Social Security, government funding, as well as Kamala Harris' economic record and policy agenda.
Trump declares seniors should not pay taxes on Social Security
Republican presidential nominee and former President Trump said in a social media post on Wednesday that he wants to make Social Security tax-free for senior citizens.
US national debt hits a new record: $35 trillion
The national debt surpassed $35 trillion for the first time just months after topping $34 trillion, as the federal government faces widening budget deficits and fiscal deadlines loom.
Social Security benefits are falling short. The problem could soon get worse
Between 2010 and 2024, benefits have risen by about 58% due to the annual cost-of-living adjustments. The cost of most goods and services purchased by the typical retiree rose 73% during that same period.
Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
The Social Security Administration said that beneficiaries will soon need to transition to a new login portal in order to access their account information.
Trump VP pick JD Vance: What are his views on taxes, deficits, entitlements?
Former President Trump tapped Senator JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate and vice presidential nominee for the 2024 GOP ticket, which has put a spotlight on Vance's policy views.
Americans agree that something must be done to save Social Security: survey
Only 30% of respondents to a survey knew that without reforms, Social Security beneficiaries face an automatic cut in benefits in the next decade.
US national debt to surge to record levels without reform, raising prospect of debt crisis
The U.S. national debt is on pace to set a new record in 2027 when compared to the size of the economy as federal budget deficits are projected to widen in the years ahead.
'TRAITORS': Musk calls for ultimate penalty for those opposed to requiring voters to prove citizenship
Elon Musk responded to a post from House Speaker Mike Johnson about the SAVE Act, saying anyone who opposes the legislation is a "traitor."
GOP rep proposes legislation blocking Biden from rescinding Trump rule that expanded association health plans
Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Mich, is introducing legislation to block the Department of Labor's move to rescind a Trump administration rule that expanded association health plans.
Presidential debate: How much did the debt grow under Biden and Trump's terms?
The U.S. national debt is fast approaching a record level when compared to the size of America's economy after the Trump and Biden administrations added to the debt.