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Healthcare Costs Top Concerns For Many Voters This Election Year, Study Shows
The top financial worries for most Americans are unexpected medical expenses and healthcare costs, according to a new KFF study.
By Jamie Feldman Published
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H-1B Work Visa Rules Get a Revamp
The Kiplinger Letter H-1B visas allow employers to hire high-skilled foreign workers. Regulators have finalized new rules for this visa program following last fall's proposal.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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What Does the Federal Reserve Actually Do?
The Federal Reserve has been a major plotline in the economy over the last two years. So, how does the Federal Reserve work?
By Kim Clark Published
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Congress is Busy. And Dysfunctional.
The Kiplinger Letter With important must-pass legislation up against intraparty fighting, the question is whether dysfunction or democracy will win.
By Sean Lengell Published
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Current Challenges Highlight U.S. Foreign Policy Weakness: The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter America’s military is overextended but the U.S. remains the country of first resort when major problems crop up.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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Social Security Board Nominee Grilled Over Views on Program Reforms
Candidate questioned on Social Security privatization, raising retirement age and benefit cuts during Senate hearing.
By Esther D’Amico Published
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The 2024 Race for President Looks Like a Rematch: The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter Nine months away from Election Day 2024, the presidential field has narrowed and a 2020 rematch is almost certain.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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What A Government Shutdown Means For Student Loan Payments
Federal student loan payments resumed in fall 2023. Here's what a government shutdown would mean for borrowers.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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How A Government Shutdown Could Affect You
A government shutdown would put tens of thousands of federal workers on furlough and interrupt certain services.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated