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Economy

Coverage of economic trends, fiscal policy, taxes, and the financial issues affecting American families.

1,380 stories Updated Sep 11, 2024 Related desks: PoliticsSocial Security

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The Biden-Harris Economic Record is Sticker Shock

The Biden-Harris Economic Record is Sticker Shock

Chairman Jason Smith slams the Biden-Harris economic policies, warning of rising costs, falling wages, and a $7 trillion tax hike as the Trump tax cuts expire.

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