The U.S. trade deficit jumped in December, the latest leg of a turbulent year for America’s trading relationships under the steep tariffs imposed by the Trump administration

The trade deficit has followed a rocky course over the past 12 months, buffeted by Trump’s aggressive renegotiations with trading partners. 2026-02-19 14:09:00 Matt Grossman

Continue ReadingThe U.S. trade deficit jumped in December, the latest leg of a turbulent year for America’s trading relationships under the steep tariffs imposed by the Trump administration

Debt held by the public will balloon to more than $56 trillion by 2036 as annual deficits continue to mount, according to the latest projections from the Congressional Budget Office

America’s debt will be more than 100% of U.S. gross domestic product by later this year, the Congressional Budget Office projects. 2026-02-19 10:00:00 Anthony DeBarros

Continue ReadingDebt held by the public will balloon to more than $56 trillion by 2036 as annual deficits continue to mount, according to the latest projections from the Congressional Budget Office