Trump Budget to Include 'Dramatic' Cuts in Foreign Aid
Several Republicans express concern over reports of a possible one-third reduction in funds earmarked for overseas initiatives.
Policy Details and Tone To Be Central in Trump's Speech
White House officials say the speech will include some gestures toward unifying a country polarized by a bitterly fought election and divided in the early days of his presidency.
Congress Critical of Trump's Plan to Slash Foreign Aid
The United States spends just over $50 billion annually on the State Department and foreign assistance, compared to $600 billion or more each year on the Pentagon.
No Cuts to Social Security, Medicare in Trump's Budget
The president will unveil economic plans Tuesday night with an address before Congress.
Worried Over Trump, China Ramps up Navy Activities
Beijing is stepping up its own projection of power around the globe.
Brexit Leaks Reveal '40-A-Day' Pace Of EU-U.K. Talks
Negotiators will have to scrutinize 20,833 EU laws and rules at a rate of 40 per day during the two year exit period.
Allied Defence Spending up by $10 Billion, NATO Report
Jens Stoltenberg announced 3.8 percent of spike in real terms across Europe and Canada.
Fiscal Conservative Tapped as Trump's Budget Director
Congressman Mick Mulvaney of South Carolina, who must face Senate confirmation, says the administration "will restore budgetary and fiscal sanity back."
Trump Takes Aim at the F-35, the Costly Fighter Jet
Trump said on Twitter that the F-35 program's cost "is out of control" and that "billions of dollars can and will be saved" after his inauguration.
Is the F-35 Donald Trump's Next Target?
Known as "the plane that ate the Pentagon," the F-35 weapons program is the most expensive in U.S. history but has been mired in delays and deficiencies.
U.K. Chancellor Delivers Stark Brexit Warning
Growth forecasts have been revised down as a result of the June 23 vote.
Cautious Approach to UK Budget Post-Brexit Vote
Finance minister expected to announce 1.3 billion pounds in new spending on roads.
Is Trump's Fiscal Stimulus Too Much of a Good Thing?
The boost risks a large budget deficit and increasing the government's debt burden.
Putin Hails Kalashnikov As 'Modern Art'
The Russian leader visited a renovated plant, producing Russia's most famous rifle.
U.S. Military Aid to Israel to Hit Record $38 Billion
The deal replaces the previous 10-year agreement that expires in 2018.
Over 160,000 Russians Call for Putin to Sack Medvedev
The prime minister suggested teachers should change careers if they wanted better pay.
Medvedev Curbs Hope for More Defense Industry Spending
Reserves are running too low to expect additional investment, he said.
Brazil: Inside the Raucous Rousseff Impeachment Process
Brazil's Congress on Friday opened a three-day debate on whether to impeach President Dilma Rousseff.
Global Defense Spending Up, But Western Budgets Slump
U.S. and Western European spending is on the slide as Eastern Europe rearms.
Obama Proposes $4.1 Trillion Spending Plan
In final White House budget Obama laid out his priorities for fighting ISIS, raising taxes on wealthy Americans and helping the poor.
U.S. Budget Talks Hobbled by GOP Infighting
Republicans who control both chambers struggled to meet conservative demands and show they can avoid agency shutdowns.
America's Next Top Budget Controversy
Refugees and a climate pact are shaping up to be the issues Republicans and Democrats will stake the government's survival on this December.
House Passes Budget, Debt Limit Plan
The vote sends the measure to the Senate for consideration later this week.
Obama: U.S. Is Bright Spot in Volatile World Economy
The president warned Republicans against shutting down the federal government over a budget dispute.
Obama: The Story of New Orleans Is 'The Story of America'
Obama compared the recovery of New Orleans after Katrina to America's ongoing recovery from the recession of 2007.
Obamacare Repeal Would Increase U.S. Deficit By $353 Billion Over 10 Years: Reports
Forecasters say the increase would be smaller if economic growth effects are considered.
France Increases Defence Budget to Tackle Multiple Threats
President Hollande announced that the budget would rise by €3.8bn over four years.
Yes, Government Spending Can Cut the Deficit
If lawmakers were serious about deficit reduction, they would adequately fund enforcement against scofflaws.
Cameron Set to Face Six Rivals in UK Election's Major TV Debate
The contest comes before an unusually close national election on May 7.
UK Politicians Kick Off Knife-Edge Election Campaign
Britain's continued membership of the European Union hangs on the outcome of the election on May 7.