In the latest Fiscal Fridays interview, Republican presidential candidate Lindsey Graham said substantial reforms to the tax code and federal entitlement programs are essential to reducing the federal debt and protecting the nation’s economic future. “The purpose of my presidency…
The Commission on Presidential Debates says it is considering suggestions from The Concord Coalition that would focus more attention on fiscal issues in next year’s debates between the Republican and Democratic nominees. “We will bear in mind your thoughtful suggestions…
Budget issues remain a central part of the debate as House Republicans struggle to find a new speaker, with conservative dissidents calling for leadership that will be less willing to compromise with Democrats. Republicans fell behind schedule in selecting a…
A majority of House lawmakers now support a bipartisan measure authored by Rep. Reid Ribble (R-Wisc.) and Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.) aimed at shifting the federal government to a biennial budgeting process that promises to be more efficient. Under the…
