Latest "debt-ceiling" stories

Freedom Caucus derails Pentagon spending bill, foreshadowing shutdown

Republican leaders pulled votes on the defense spending bill after failing to secure Freedom Caucus support, teeing up a possible shutdown next month.

By Bryant Harris

3 weeks ago

Crucial days ahead as debt ceiling deal goes for vote in Congress

A key test will come Tuesday afternoon when the House Rules Committee is scheduled to consider the package.

By Lisa Mascaro

4 months ago

Debt ceiling agreement locks in Biden’s proposed defense budget

The White House and House Republicans reached a debt ceiling agreement that increases the defense budget by 3.3% while cutting non-defense spending.

By Bryant Harris

4 months ago

Credit union ready with military paycheck assistance if U.S. defaults

Credit union members must be participating in direct deposit, and must register for the program.

By Karen Jowers

4 months ago

Hopes for debt limit deal as June deadline looms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 22, 2023.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

‘Devastating’ debt default threatens troop pay, defense programs

If Congress fails to raise the debt ceiling, payments to troops, veterans and defense contractors could cease as soon as June.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

5 months ago