Democrats Debt Ceiling

Should I file for bankruptcy or debt relief?

Filing for bankruptcy could be a smart move in certain cases, but in others, debt relief could make more sense.

CBS News - 4h

Federal Debt Is Now Worrying Even Progressives

Long a focus of conservatives, the level of public borrowing is starting to concern left-leaning economists. Proposed remedies still differ radically.

The New York Times - 6h

White House rescinded funding memo after GOP senators 'hit the ceiling'

The White House budget office rescinded a memo ordering a broad freeze on federal grants and loans after Republican senators “hit the ceiling” over the order, which caught them completely by ...

The Hill - 12h

Germany’s omerta on the debt brake is costing it dearly

The country’s fiscal rules stifle much-needed investment and create perverse incentives for its European partners

Financial Times - 1d

Johnson floats possibility of working with Democrats on debt ceiling

DORAL, Fla. — Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) in a Tuesday interview with The Hill’s Emily Brooks floated the possibility of working with Democrats to raise the debt ceiling instead of including it in ...

The Hill - 2d

Championship Sunday recap: Josh Allen's heartbreak + Jayden Daniels' ceiling | Yahoo Fantasy Forecast

Championship Sunday is in the books and we officially have our Super Bowl LIX matchup set. Matt Harmon and Andy Behrens break down both conference championship games and look ahead to the Chiefs ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

3 signs you need debt relief for 2025

Not sure if 2025 is the year to secure debt relief support? Here are three major signs to look for.

CBS News - 3d

The GOP debt limit jam

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story GOP faces tough decision on debt limit Some House Republicans are getting anxious ...

The Hill - 6d

Dynasty Fantasy Football QB Tiers for 2025: Tier 6 is teeming with young talent with high ceilings

Updated tiers for the quarterback position in Dynasty leagues

CBS Sports - 6d

3 reasons to pursue debt relief this February

Taking advantage of debt relief can be a smart move at nearly any time, but it could make even more sense now.

CBS News - 6d

How much debt is required to file for bankruptcy?

If you're planning to file for bankruptcy, it's important to understand the minimum debt requirements beforehand.

CBS News - 6d

To win a Super Bowl, quarterbacks have to break through the Patrick Mahomes ceiling

Patrick Mahomes has kept many elite QBs — like AFC Championship foe Josh Allen — out of the Super Bowl in recent seasons. Will that change on Sunday?

NBC News - 6d

A hurdle for Trump's agenda: Republicans who have never backed laws raising the debt ceiling

Members of President Donald Trump’s own party could complicate his effort to avoid a standoff over extending the nation’s borrowing limit — which means a complication for Trump’s legislative plans ...

NBC News - 6d

What is the credit card debt collection process?

Understanding these steps can demystify the process and help you find the right approach to get rid of your debt.

CBS News - Jan. 23

Who’s up next for the Democrats?

Back in 2021, I wrote that Democrats were stuck with Harris, like it or not. It’s now 2025, and nothing’s changed.

The Hill - Jan. 23

College basketball rankings: Houston sits atop Big 12 standings, but Cougars have yet to reach their ceiling

The Cougars' lackluster résumé is about to get a significant boost over the next week

CBS Sports - Jan. 23

GOP leaders mull a big debt-and-funding deal with Democrats

The option would include an agreement that ties together government funding, border money, disaster aid and a debt-limit hike.

Politico - Jan. 22

Will collections debt go away if I file for bankruptcy?

Getting rid of debt in collections is important if you want to get your finances back on track.

CBS News - Jan. 22

Ice chunk from JetBlue plane crashed through couple's ceiling, lawsuit says

A California couple is suing for $1 million in damages, citing property damage and emotional distress.

CBS News - Jan. 22

How the Debt Could Hamstring Trump’s Agenda

Republicans are hunting for ways to pay for President Trump’s expensive plans while avoiding a freakout on Wall Street.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Jalen Green holds key to Rockets' ceiling, but how long will this latest hot streak last?

We've seen this kind of stretch before from Green, but it has never totally sustained

CBS Sports - Jan. 19

Dan Campbell's raw emotions, tears can't shield Lions from this hard question: Is this the ceiling for Jared Goff?

The Lions were built well enough that Goff didn't need to be the best quarterback in the league for them to advance. But even this kind of a Maserati needs a driver who won’t plow into traffic.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 19

Can you dispute a debt that was sold to a debt collector?

Disputing a debt that has been sold to a debt collector is not just possible — it's your legal right.

CBS News - Jan. 17

UFC 311: How Arman Tsarukyan broke through the glass ceiling of the star-studded lightweight division

UFC 311's main event title challenger deserves his shot more than most

CBS Sports - Jan. 17

Tips for paying off debt

With nearly half of Americans carrying credit card balances month-to-month, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger provides tips on how to pay down debt.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Ex-England boss Eriksson died heavily in debt

Swedish football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, the first foreigner to lead the England national team, died with debts of over £3.8 million ($4.64 million) following years of financial mismanagement.

ESPN - Jan. 15

House Republicans and Trump discuss tying California wildfire aid to debt ceiling

The current California fires could become the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history.

Politico - Jan. 13

House Republicans face massive debt problem

House Republicans have a problem. They want to pass a massive agenda for President-elect Trump, preferably in his first 100 days of office. And they don’t want to add to the federal deficit. That ...

The Hill - Jan. 11

Can a debt collector refuse my settlement offer?

Negotiating a successful debt settlement could be a little more complicated than you'd expect.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Democrats, not Trump, have been shattering our democratic norms

Democrats are patting themselves on the back for not trying to overturn an election they clearly lost. Don't forget that it's the first time they've done that since 1988, and that they've been ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Why investors clinging to cash could lose money in U.S. debt-ceiling fight

Investors clutching cash might soon bear the brunt of a U.S. debt-ceiling fight, which could boil over in the next few weeks without a resolution.

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

Clyburn: Eliminating debt ceiling only area 'I really agree with Donald Trump on'

Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) said Tuesday that eliminating the debt ceiling is the only area “I really agree with Donald Trump on.” “We should do away with it altogether,” Clyburn told CNN’s John ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Democrats still underestimate Trump

Despite his greatest political win, and arguably America’s greatest presidential recovery, Trump’s opponents continue to act as though his success is a fluke.

The Hill - Jan. 7

What proof must credit card debt collectors provide for a debt?

Debt collectors must provide proof that a debt is valid. Otherwise, they have to stop their collection efforts.

CBS News - Jan. 6

How the Democrats Lost the Working Class

The theory seemed sound: Stabilize financial markets, support the poor and promote a more secure, integrated world. But blue-collar workers were left behind.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Debt consolidation loan vs. debt consolidation program: Which will be better in 2025?

Both options can help you pay off your credit card debt faster, but one may be a better choice than the other now.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Does the United States need a debt limit?

The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

7 rising Democratic leaders to watch

Democrats are scrambling for a new leader to head the party and organize resistance to President-elect Trump following Vice President Harris’s loss in November's election. Several top names have ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

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