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Congress is Busy. And Dysfunctional.
The Kiplinger Letter With important must-pass legislation up against intraparty fighting, the question is whether dysfunction or democracy will win.
By Sean Lengell Published
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Current Challenges Highlight U.S. Foreign Policy Weakness: The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter America’s military is overextended but the U.S. remains the country of first resort when major problems crop up.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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Social Security Board Nominee Grilled Over Views on Program Reforms
Candidate questioned on Social Security privatization, raising retirement age and benefit cuts during Senate hearing.
By Esther D’Amico Published
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The 2024 Race for President Looks Like a Rematch: The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter Nine months away from Election Day 2024, the presidential field has narrowed and a 2020 rematch is almost certain.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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What A Government Shutdown Means For Student Loan Payments
Federal student loan payments resumed in fall 2023. Here's what a government shutdown would mean for borrowers.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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How A Government Shutdown Could Affect You
A government shutdown would put tens of thousands of federal workers on furlough and interrupt certain services.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Your Social Security Checks Won’t Stop If the Government Shuts Down
How Social Security would be affected by a government shutdown, including what happens to checks and what services would be paused.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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How A Government Shutdown Would Affect Medicare and Other Healthcare
A look at how Medicare would be affected by a government shutdown, as well as other government-related healthcare.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Social Security: DeSantis, Haley Split Over Reforms During GOP Debate
Candidates spar over Social Security’s retirement age and COLA increases as the 2024 election year kicks off.
By Esther D’Amico Published