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Debt Limit Debacle

Senate Republicans successfully filibustered a House-passed bill that would’ve avoided a government shutdown.
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Great, Donald Trump Has Threatened To Default On The National Debt

Just great.
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House Sets Timeline To Help Puerto Rico Handle Fiscal Crisis

As Puerto Rico "unfolds into chaos," lawmakers are taking their time to help the island, which over 3.5 million Americans call home.
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Payday Loan Industry Admits 'Very Few' Borrowers Repay Their Loans

An email shows the industry knows its loans are unaffordable, but they won’t say so publicly.
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Congress Begins Frightening Debt Default Debate With Enormous Consequences

“We would probably be looking at something that could cause a global recession.”
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Treasury Department Narrows National Default Date To Nov. 5

"Without sufficient cash, it would be impossible for the United States of America to meet all of its obligations for the first time in our history."
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