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Trump, Rubio, and Hegseth sit next to each other at a dark wooden table.
Economy
The Pentagon said Iran War costs $29 billion, but the real cost is closer to $200 billion—and counting
By Jacqueline MunisJune 24, 2026
The entrance to a U.S. Immigration and Customs (ICE) detention facility
North America
Texas ICE facility spent $11.5 million on guards, medical services, transportation and meals weeks before the camp even held detainees, GAO finds
By Michael Biesecker, Ryan J. Foley and The Associated PressJune 9, 2026
Soldier Field in Chicago during 1994 FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies
Economy
Some of the biggest U.S. sporting towns decided not to host any World Cup games, fearing a ‘major financial burden to our cities’
By Tristan BoveJune 3, 2026
President Donald Trump pictured in front of an American flag.
Economy
National debt fears are where Democrats and Republicans are most aligned—more so than on inflation, healthcare, or even the jobs market
By Tristan BoveMay 13, 2026
A female Indigenous Navajo small business owner at work in her jewelry shop.
Economy
Native American businesses have diversified beyond casinos to become a rural economic force. Trump is cutting off a lifeline that goes beyond tribes
By Tristan BoveMay 11, 2026
The $39 trillion national debt could break the all-important U.S. bond market, sparking a ‘vicious’ emergency, former Treasury secretary warns 
Economy
The $39 trillion national debt could break the all-important U.S. bond market, sparking a ‘vicious’ emergency, former Treasury secretary warns 
By Tristan BoveApril 17, 2026
Pete Hegseth speaks with both hands in the air as Donald Trump looks on in the background.
Politics
‘I am certain’: Harvard policy expert warns the true cost of the Iran war to U.S. taxpayers will exceed $1 trillion
By Sasha RogelbergApril 15, 2026
Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, is seen during the House Budget Committee markup of the "Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY2025,"
Economy
‘We have to be able to walk and chew gum’ on government spending, says budget chairman, addressing debt crisis and national security
By Eleanor PringleApril 14, 2026
US President Donald Trump, left, and Scott Bessent, US treasury secretary,
Economy
The U.S. government is spending $88 billion a month in interest on national debt—equal to spending on defense and education combined
By Eleanor PringleApril 9, 2026
A construction site sits to the right of the White House
Politics
A $400 million ballroom was just the beginning. Now, Trump plans to spend $174 million more on renovations
By Jacqueline MunisApril 6, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the Republican Members Issues Conference at Trump National Doral Miami on March 9, 2026 in Doral, Florida.
Economy
It’s thanks to Social Security wealth inequality isn’t even worse, Wharton economist says. Trump’s policies will push it to insolvency in 6 years
By Tristan BoveMarch 11, 2026
President Donald Trump pictured in North Carolina standing in front of an American flag
Economy
Medicare spending set to nearly double in 10 years and Medicaid and ACA spending up a third, CBO says just as Trump’s tax cuts shorten their life span
By Tristan BoveFebruary 26, 2026
A convoy of National Guard vehicles in Mexico City
Economy
Drug use is on the rise as U.S. spending on the War on Drugs tops $1 trillion and cartel leaders drive violent eruptions in Mexico
By Tristan BoveFebruary 23, 2026
Trump stands outside Air Force One in Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Economy
‘We are in a dismal fiscal situation, and it just got worse’: Budget watchdog sounds the alarm even louder after Supreme Court erases Trump’s tariffs
By Tristan BoveFebruary 20, 2026
President Donald Trump
Economy
The ‘alternative scenario’ of an even bigger national debt disaster is in play after the Supreme Court ruled Trump’s tariffs illegal
By Tristan BoveFebruary 20, 2026
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