Newsline · Section briefing

Economy

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

1,380 stories Updated Aug 16, 2024 Related desks: Politics Social Security

The lead Aug 16, 2024 143

Democrats Are Plotting a Brazen $147B Student-Loan Debt “October Surprise”

Democrats are planning a $147 billion student loan debt relief effort as an October surprise.

Outside Contributor

Aug 15, 2024

8 Essential Tips for a Fulfilling Retirement

Planning for retirement is crucial to ensure a fulfilling and stress-free life. Here's 8 essential tips to help you manage finances, health, and social connections in your golden years.

The Association of Mature American Citizens

Aug 13, 2024 117

Biden Energy Department Claims It Replenished Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Despite DOE claims of replenishing the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, oil reserves remain 40% below levels when Biden took office.

Outside Contributor

Aug 13, 2024 75

OVERDUE: Nearly 40% of Us Can’t Pay Our Bills

Inflation is causing nearly 40% of Americans to struggle with paying bills, with many taking on part-time jobs and cutting back on essentials.

Outside Contributor

Aug 13, 2024 7

Natural Gas Is Now Cheaper Than Water

Natural gas is driving the true energy transition in America, offering a clean, abundant, and affordable solution.

Outside Contributor

Aug 12, 2024 10

Is the Housing Market About to Crash?

AMAC, D.J. Wilson

Featured Corner

Ask Rusty

Reader questions on Social Security, Medicare enrollment, and retirement money — answered by AMAC Foundation’s certified advisor.

Visit Ask Rusty

We Were Bitten by Medicare’s IRMAA this year; What Should I Do? Aug 17, 2026

I Worked for my Ex-husband but Wasn’t Paid and Now Have little Social Security; What are my options? Aug 10, 2026

Is the Medicare Part B Premium a Percentage of our Social Security Amount? Aug 3, 2026

Featured Corner

Scam Watch

A new scam alert every Tuesday — how the play runs, the tells, and the counter-move that stops it.

Visit Scam Watch

Outsmarting Social Media Shopping Scams Aug 19, 2026

Watch Out for Contractor Fraud Aug 19, 2026

Open Season: The Six-Week Summer Window Scammers Have Circled on Their Calendars Aug 4, 2026

Patriot Mobile

First Fidelity Reserve

Roadside Assistance

Family Owned Voice for Mature Americans Since 2007

Economy

Democrats Are Plotting a Brazen $147B Student-Loan Debt “October Surprise”

8 Essential Tips for a Fulfilling Retirement

Biden Energy Department Claims It Replenished Strategic Petroleum Reserve

OVERDUE: Nearly 40% of Us Can’t Pay Our Bills

Natural Gas Is Now Cheaper Than Water

Is the Housing Market About to Crash?

More in Economy

PBMs Continue to Put Profits Over Patients

Expect an August Surprise In Dems Fictional War on High Prices

Permitting Reform for Energy Projects Passes Key Hurdle. Can It Get Past Biden/Harris?

The Feds Should Cut Rates

How Did Latin America’s Wealthiest Country Fall So Far?

Two Outrageous Bills Kamala Harris Sponsored Would Crush Taxpayers

Seniors With Student Loans

The Biden-Harris Plot to Steal From Seniors to Fund the Green New Deal

Biden-Harris “Green Revolution” Stealing Greenbacks From American Families

Turning Fiction into Fact: The Truth Behind Home Title Theft

War on Working Women, Minorities: Biden-Harris Policies Strangling Middle Class

Biden's Rent Control Schemes Will Backfire on Renters - They Always Do

Inflation Reduction Act Hurts Middle America

Is America On The Precipice of a Housing Crash?

PA Could Be Sitting on Lithium Goldmine. Will Kamala Harris Shut It Down?

America’s Energy Future at Stake in 2024 Election