Greg Abbott under fire over Texas school budget cuts
Abbott and the Texas GOP are being blamed for the financial struggles of public schools in the state.
Millions in new taxes could hit one state
A new tax bracket for wealthy Vermont residents is being considered by state lawmakers.
No Country for Law Men: The GOP Votes to Defund the FBI
It is a supreme irony that with urban Democratic leaders easing ill-advised restrictions on police, Republicans in Congress have managed the only successful federal attempt to defund the police.
Military pay raises could be in danger
A push for military pay reform hits budget cap hurdles, risking junior troops' raises and living conditions.
What the average American wedding costs
The internet is buzzing about Rihanna's lavish wedding paycheck. Emily Coyne, a wedding planner, shares how average couples can budget their dream weddings.
Medicare drug prices would drastically change under new plan
If the new rules are passed, drug costs will be lower starting October 1.
Child tax credit expansion for 2025
The Biden administration revealed its budget proposal for 2025 on Monday.
Social Security 2025 plans set out
The release of the Biden-Harris 2025 budget plan indicates considerable changes for the Social Security Administration.
Nearly 3 million will have taxes raised under new plan
President Joe Biden's plan also targets corporate tax reforms and closes investment income loopholes, aiming for fairness.
Joe Biden wants to raise Donald Trump's taxes
Trump, Representative Darrell Issa and Senator Rick Scott are among those whose taxes would be raised by Biden's proposal.
Vladimir Putin is writing checks his government just can't cash
The Russian president has announced pre-election promises worth an estimated $164 billion over the next six years.
Stimulus check update: Seniors in one state could get $250 rebate
Taxpayers aged 65 and older would see the extra cash in their wallets as Arizona recently introduced a new bill to the state Senate.
Nikki Haley floats ultimatum for Congress to get paid
Haley said that if she becomes president, she will provide Congress with some extra motivation to pass a budget.
Mike Johnson accused of "surrender" by Republicans
The speaker of the House has come under sustained criticism for his short-term spending bill.
Mike Johnson has few options to save his job from angry Republicans
Johnson's willingness to strike a 2024 budget suggests there may be trouble brewing for the House speaker.
Stimulus Check Creator Issues New Tax Warning
A legislator in Alaska is warning that the state's oil revenues have peaked and the state may need to introduce new taxes.
How your budgeting habits impact your kids
Those who experienced financial hardship during childhood are more likely to have common mental health disorders like anxiety and depression.
Sending Aid Only to Israel—Not Ukraine—Leaves the U.S. Vulnerable
Today, a war of good vs. evil is being waged again. And not by coincidence, it is being fought on at least two active fronts: Ukraine and Israel.
Our Kids Are in Crisis and the GOP Is Set on Making It Much, Much Worse
A crisis is unfolding for American families. Last month, new census numbers revealed that the number of children in poverty more than doubled last year, from 4 million to 9 million. And unfortunately, this month it will get even harder.
If the GOP and Dems Won't Fix Our Finances, We'll Find Someone Who Will
The sad but simple truth is that we now have a republic that is not representative of nor responsive to the public.
Cheaper Solution Is Better for F-35 Engine Dilemma
One historical challenge facing the Defense Department is getting parts and supplies.
Eric Adams warns New York of budget cuts amid migrant crisis
The mayor ordered agency bosses to slash their budgets by up to 15 percent, as a "direct result of inaction in Washington" over the city's influx of migrants.
Impeachment Is a GOP Distraction From Their Betrayal of American Families
Kevin McCarthy's baseless impeachment inquiry into President Biden is about his own short-term gain and the American people's loss.
Social Security update: How government shutdown impacts payments, service
Should the deadlock continue by the end of the month, the government will shut down and bring the operations of the federal agencies to a halt.
Teenager explaining "girl math" to her dad sparks debate online
"My dad and I have joked about how dumb 'girl math is' for a while," the 18-year-old from Connecticut told Newsweek.
Woman reveals how she has been living off $50 per month since January
Alexis Howard told Newsweek: "While this challenge has been refreshing, it is also very limiting."
How much is Tom Cruise insured for? His wild stunts come at a hefty price
A man in his sixties who does his own stunts—how much does it cost movie studios to insure "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One" star Tom Cruise?
Pennsylvania governor to veto his own campaign promise
Governor Josh Shapiro will abandon his controversial school choice plan in an effort to get members of his party to vote his overdue state budget through.
Trump wants to use Nixon's controversial strategy if he wins 2024 election
"The people control the money, not the president. We got away from monarchies for this very reason."
Putin's spending on personal security skyrockets as Russian leader digs in
Spending on the Russian leader's security is on the rise as drone strikes inside Russian territory increase in intensity.