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Forgiven Student Loan Debt Will Be Tax-Free
Forgiven Student Loan Debt Will Be Tax-Free
President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package lays the groundwork to forgive some student loan debt.
March 11, 2021
Renters: Help Is On The Way
Renters: Help Is On The Way
Renters worried about being evicted from their homes or apartments can breathe a sigh of relief as the new $1.9 trillion stimulus package sets aside m…
March 11, 2021
Update: Biden Administration Extends Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium, Again
Update: Biden Administration Extends Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium, Again
Getting to work right after the inauguration ceremony was over, President Joe Biden included assistance for renters and homeowners among a slew of exe…
February 16, 2021
What the Democrats' Agenda Will Mean for Your Pocketbook
What the Democrats' Agenda Will Mean for Your Pocketbook
With President Joe Biden in the White House and a narrow Democratic majority in the Senate and House of Representatives, Democrats have a clearer path…
January 30, 2021
What Biden Will Do: 23 Policy Plays to Expect From the Next Administration
What Biden Will Do: 23 Policy Plays to Expect From the Next Administration
The Kiplinger Letter forecasts President-Elect Joe Biden’s biggest priorities -- and the likelihood of progress on them.
January 19, 2021
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How the GOP Tax Bill May Affect Businesses
How the GOP Tax Bill May Affect Businesses
Corporations would enjoy a lower flat tax rate while individual owners of pass-throughs would also see a lower rate, but with more complex terms.
November 6, 2017
Here's an Inside Look at McCain's Economic Advisers
Here's an Inside Look at McCain's Economic Advisers
October 4, 2017
The Long Slog in Congress After Comey
The Long Slog in Congress After Comey
Trump's firing of the FBI director ruffled congressional feathers, but not enough to spur an independent investigation into Russian meddling in the 20…
May 12, 2017
Trump’s Tax Reform Plan Faces Tough Challenges
Trump’s Tax Reform Plan Faces Tough Challenges
A one-page outline isn't enough to satisfy a Congress interested in the details — and protecting constituents.
April 27, 2017
What's Next For Health Care, Trump's Agenda?
What's Next For Health Care, Trump's Agenda?
Don't be surprised if the president's other top priorities get pushed back to 2018 and beyond.
March 24, 2017
What to Expect From Trump's First 100 Days
What to Expect From Trump's First 100 Days
He’ll score quick wins with executive orders slashing regs. But it will be slower going on undoing Obamacare, tax law, and other legislation.
January 22, 2017
Trump's Agenda and Challenges
Trump's Agenda and Challenges
What lies ahead for the President-Elect.
November 12, 2016
E-Mail Blowup Unlikely to Derail Clinton
E-Mail Blowup Unlikely to Derail Clinton
With millions of ballots already cast, news of renewed FBI interest in Hillary Clinton's e-mails may be too late to change the outcome.
October 31, 2016
Clinton on Track to Win 2016 Presidential Election
Clinton on Track to Win 2016 Presidential Election
Trump can win the White House, but faces an uphill climb.
September 2, 2016
New Overtime Rules Will Hit Businesses This Year
New Overtime Rules Will Hit Businesses This Year
A change in salary threshold will make more workers eligible for extra pay.
August 26, 2016
Bumpy Road Ahead in 2016 Presidential Race
Bumpy Road Ahead in 2016 Presidential Race
Trump will get a bounce after the Republican convention, but Clinton is poised to regain ground.
July 22, 2016
Nuclear Challenges Loom for Trump or Clinton
Nuclear Challenges Loom for Trump or Clinton
No matter who wins the White House, North Korea and Iran will test U.S. policy, diplomacy.
July 22, 2016
Big Changes for Social Security? Don't Hold Your Breath
Big Changes for Social Security? Don't Hold Your Breath
Proposals from Clinton and Trump will be helpful in shaping reform down the road.
July 20, 2016
Why Trump Will Win the GOP Presidential Nomination
Why Trump Will Win the GOP Presidential Nomination
Republican leaders worry he will hand the White House to Hillary Clinton, but they waited too long to try to stop him.
April 25, 2016
The Far-Reaching Impact of Supreme Court Justice Scalia's Death
The Far-Reaching Impact of Supreme Court Justice Scalia's Death
What it means for Congress, business cases and the 2016 elections.
February 15, 2016
Boehner’s Resignation Makes Government Shutdown Less Likely – For Now
Boehner’s Resignation Makes Government Shutdown Less Likely – For Now
Bigger fights over the federal budget are in store amid divided Republicans in Congress.
September 26, 2015
GOP Infighting Complicates Presidential Bid
GOP Infighting Complicates Presidential Bid
Upshot of the first debate: The battle between the pro-business wing and tea partyers is likely to drag on, to the delight of Democrats.
August 20, 2015
Obama Regs Helping to Topple Coal Industry
Obama Regs Helping to Topple Coal Industry
Also hurting the once dominant energy source: declining exports.
August 11, 2015
Are Big Changes Coming for Medicare, Social Security?
Are Big Changes Coming for Medicare, Social Security?
Republicans will risk political pushback to put entitlement programs on the agenda during the presidential election.
July 1, 2015
What the Marriage Equality Decision Means for Social Security Benefits
What the Marriage Equality Decision Means for Social Security Benefits
Retirees in these 13 states will prosper from the Supreme Court ruling.
June 27, 2015