Politics
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Does Donald Trump Claim Social Security Benefits?The Social Security Act of 1983 brought the president and vice president under the Social Security program. We investigate which presidents are on the payroll.
By Donna LeValley
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How Much a Trump Account Could Be WorthThe new tax-advantaged vehicles can give kids a leg up on savings, but they're not the best option for everyone.
By Beth Braverman
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Stabilizing, But HigherEconomic Forecasts Headline inflation of 4.2% in May is likely to be the peak, but not much easing can be expected.
By David Payne
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Iran and the Global Oil Industry: A Kiplinger Special ReportThe Kiplinger Letter Even after the war ends, oil producers and importers will be racing to lessen their reliance on oil shipments through the Persian Gulf.
By Jim Patterson
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You Might Get to Vote on Who OKs Your Insurance HikesCheck the record of your state's insurance commissioner and then vote in their next election (or on the governor, depending on how your commissioner is chosen).
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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Trump's No-IRS-Audit Deal Raises a Big Question: Who is the Tax Agency Still Auditing?Audits President Donald Trump’s unprecedented settlement with the IRS comes as staffing and budget cuts raise questions about who the agency still audits and why.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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What the K-Shaped Economy Really MeansThe Letter As the financial fortunes of the wealthy diverge from everyone else, some businesses are poised to thrive, while others struggle with weakening sales.
By Jim Patterson
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What the New Fed Chair Means for SaversHere's a look at how Kevin Warsh could influence future Fed policy.
By Sean Jackson
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Congress Is Talking About a Federal Gas Tax Holiday: How Much Will Drivers Really Save?Gas Prices As calls grow to suspend the federal gas tax, analysts say drivers may see only limited relief at the pump.
By Kelley R. Taylor
Gas Prices
