How the U.S. Government Amassed $31 Trillion in Debt

Two decades of tax cuts, recession responses and bipartisan spending fueled more borrowing — contributing $25 trillion to the total and setting the stage for another federal showdown.

FAA Outage Highlights Fragility of the Aviation System

The Federal Aviation Administration halted flights Wednesday morning after a system to alert pilots to safety issues went down, just two weeks after a major Southwest Airlines meltdown.

Kevin McCarthy’s Speaker Drama Raises New Fears on Debt Limit

An emboldened conservative flank and concessions made to win votes could lead to a protracted standoff on critical fiscal issues, risking economic pain.

Biden Caps Two Years of Action on the Economy, With New Challenges Ahead

The president used a slim congressional majority to enact legislation that could reshape the American economy — if his administration can make the laws succeed.