Oversight
Why the vote to suspend the debt ceiling didn't end the threat to the U.S. economy
Delaying the fight could make matters worse if it just puts the economy in a holding pattern for the next several months.
Management
Analysis: The man who could save Obama's legacy
As Treasury secretary, Jack Lew would likely bring a tough stance to budget battles.
Management
Thankless job awaits Jack Lew if he heads to Treasury
New chief must deal with a series of mini-cliffs, in a highly partisan environment.
Oversight
Fiscal compromise sets stage for new year of mini-cliffs
Senate approves measure that would delay automatic spending cuts -- for now.
Oversight
Analysis: Newtown shooting provides perspective amid fiscal cliff
Congress returns with a more subdued attitude toward partisan bickering.
Oversight
Can Boehner sell the GOP on Obama's new fiscal cliff offer?
Rank-and-file reaction will determine the speaker's leeway to cut a deal.
Oversight
White House makes new fiscal cliff counteroffer to GOP
Proposal includes $200 billion in savings on discretionary programs.
Oversight
Analysis: GOP movement on taxes still leaves huge budget quandary
$1 million threshold doesn’t clue Americans in on some long-term realities.
Management
Boehner, Obama no closer to cliff deal after latest offers
The president and speaker remain hundreds of billions of dollars apart in talks.
Oversight
The state of the Paul Ryan brand coming into the debate
Thursday night will serve as a national debut for the chairman of the House Budget Committee.
Oversight
Who are the 47 percent?
Conservatives use the talking point to talk about the size of the federal government.
Oversight
Chris Van Hollen gets a boost from Paul Ryan's rise
Maryland congressman will speak at Democratic National Convention.
Oversight
Budget office warns of recession if Congress allows country to go over fiscal cliff
Latest Congressional Budget Office forecast paints dire picture.
Management
Analysis: The legend of Simpson-Bowles
An updated deficit-reduction plan may be unveiled after the election.
Pay & Benefits
Are Americans ready for a real debate on the size of government?
As the chairman of the House Budget Committee, Paul Ryan passed two controversial budgets.
Oversight
Romney's VP choice brings budget leadership experience
Paul Ryan has quickly developed strong rapport with presumptive GOP nominee Mitt Romney.
Management
Obama, Romney differ greatly on size of government
Presumptive GOP nominee pledges to slash non-defense spending, while president still seeks billions for infrastructure and transportation projects.
Oversight
Republican budget proposal a political document
Plan offers few details on which 'wasteful' programs and agencies would be cut.
Defense
House GOP budget to avoid sequester of Defense funds
Lawmakers may target federal workforce for cuts instead.
Management
Budget day arrives with low expectations
If history is a guide, the judgment that President Obama's budget is dead on arrival is probably accurate.
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