Jim Tankersley
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Biden Presses Democrats to Embrace His Economic Agenda
The president canceled a trip to Chicago in an attempt to salvage a pair of bills containing trillions of dollars in spending on infrastructure, education,...
U.S. Debt-Limit Brinksmanship Has Become a Political Game
Republicans and Democrats have long sparred over raising the debt ceiling. But this time, the odds are growing that the U.S. could default.
In Push to Tax the Rich, White House Spotlights Billionaires’ Tax Rates
A White House analysis using an unconventional methodology says the wealthiest Americans pay far less in taxes than others.
Biden's Presidential Agenda Rests on $3.5 Trillion Spending Bill
A plan for the economy, education, immigration, climate and more binds disparate Democratic lawmakers, but the proposal risks sinking under its own weight.
Biden's Presidential Agenda Rests on $3.5 Trillion Spending Bill
A plan for the economy, education, immigration, climate and more binds disparate Democratic lawmakers, but the proposal risks sinking under its own weight.
Biden’s Entire Presidential Agenda Rests on Expansive Spending Bill
A plan for the economy, education, immigration, climate and more binds disparate Democratic lawmakers, but the proposal risks sinking under its own weight.
Biden to Meet With Business Leaders Who Support Vaccine Mandates
The meeting is intended to rally more support from business leaders, a White House official said.
Biden’s New Vaccine Push Is a Fight for the U.S. Economy
The effort reflects the continuing and evolving threat the coronavirus pandemic poses to the economic recovery.
White House Projects Rise in Inflation and Economic Growth
The Biden administration revised its earlier forecasts to match the continued stimulus-fueled recovery from the recession.
When Will Unemployment End? Biden Urges Some States to Extend Benefits
His administration suggested that some states should use relief funds to extend weekly payments for the long-term unemployed.