National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,396,211,497,613.65 as of 12/1/25
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
Treasury's Bessent says department working to cut federal tax benefits for illegal immigrants
The Treasury Department moved to block illegal immigrants from federal benefits and financial system access as part of a broader Trump administration crackdown.
Trump's $2K tariff dividends could carry a hefty price tag
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend plan could cost $600 billion annually, far exceeding current tariff revenues of $300 billion per year, budget watchdog warns.
Bonds are heading for the best year since 2020
U.S. bonds are outperforming after years of volatility, with 10-year Treasury yields falling as inflation pressures moderate even with some prices still elevated.
All SNAP recipients required to reapply as Trump admin cracks down on fraud: 'Business as usual is over'
The Trump administration orders all SNAP recipients to reapply for food assistance benefits to combat widespread fraud in the nation's largest program.
Flight reductions frozen at 6% as air traffic controller callouts see ‘rapid decline’
The DOT and FAA issued an emergency order freezing flight reductions at 6% amid improving controller staffing levels as the government reopens following a 43-day shutdown.
Trump floats $10K bonus plan for air traffic controllers who've remained on duty during government shutdown
President Trump criticized air traffic controllers who called out during shutdown, and proposed $10,000 rewards for those who stayed on job despite delayed paychecks.
LARRY KUDLOW: Another Schumerian catastrophe
The only thing the Schumer shutdown accomplished was agitating millions of Americans
America’s top 10 busiest airports face flight cuts as the government shutdown drags on
America's top 10 busiest airports handled hundreds of millions of passengers last year, but travelers now face flight reductions due to air traffic controller shortages.
Trump admin to partially resume SNAP benefits as shutdown drags on
The Trump administration said it will partially fund SNAP program through November, though payments could be reduced or delayed for weeks.
Musk slams Mamdani as 'charismatic swindler,' warns policies would hurt quality of life in NYC
Elon Musk said NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is a 'charismatic swindler' on Joe Rogan's podcast, and warned his socialist policies would cause catastrophic decline.
LARRY KUDLOW: Impound, don't go nuclear
President Trump should use his impoundment authority to cut out nonessential government workers
Bessent demands Senate Democrats finish their 'tantrum' amid escalating shutdown feud
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent continues his beef with Democrat lawmakers as the government shutdown standoff on Capitol Hill continues into its 31st day.
Dozens of American manufacturing associations urge congressional leaders to reopen federal government
Thirty state manufacturing groups are urging Congress to end the ongoing government shutdown, which they say is disrupting operations and regulatory approvals.
Government shutdown standoff could trim $14 billion from GDP, CBO warns
The government has been shut down for nearly a month, and the impact is beginning to be felt by the U.S. economy.
What are the biggest budget deficits in US history?
The federal government ran an almost $1.8 trillion budget deficit in FY2025, which ranked as the fourth-largest in history after even larger deficits were incurred in recent years.
Democrats have 'disgraceful moment' in government shutdown as small businesses suffer, SBA administrator says
SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler criticizes Democrats for having a 'disgraceful moment' during the government shutdown that she says is hurting small businesses.
DoorDash unveils crisis plan as millions face possible loss of SNAP benefits
As the SNAP funding cliff nears, DoorDash announces 1 million free meals, fee waivers and even donations to food banks to support struggling families.
Treasury touts progress reducing federal spending under Trump administration
The Treasury Department reported federal spending growth has declined under President Trump with outlays falling 2.5% in the third quarter of 2025 compared to Biden era increases.
Government shutdown threatens food stamps for 42 million Americans: 'Insufficient funds'
SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans are at risk as the ongoing government shutdown threatens funding for November food stamp payments, according to the USDA.



















