The prospect of a government shutdown and another unnecessary standoff in Congress over raising the nation's debt ceiling are providing a lump of coal in Americans’ holiday stockings. At issue are a $110 billion disaster relief bill, an extension of the farm bill and a two-year proposed suspension ... READ MORE >
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The debt ceiling stand-off: Frequently asked questions
As middle market businesses weigh the costs of the stand-off over raising the nation's debt ceiling, we offer some answers to frequently asked questions about how the dispute will play out. What is the debt ceiling? The debt ceiling sets a limit on how much debt the U.S. government can incur. ... READ MORE >