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Are You Ready to Pay More Taxes to Save Social Security?
Social Security Across party lines, many believe saving Social Security trumps other financial considerations.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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Best Investments to Sidestep a Trade War
These ETFs are well-designed to weather rising U.S. protectionism and retaliatory tariffs.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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Trump's Sweeping New Tariffs Rattle Wall Street, Main Street
The Kiplinger Letter Trump is promising that the short-term pain of steep new tariffs on imports will spark a manufacturing renaissance. But they pose major risks in the near term.
By Jim Patterson Published
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Cory Booker Highlights 2025 Tax Debate: ‘Are You Better Off Than You Were 71 Days Ago?’
Tax Policy A speech protesting Trump’s policies, including tax plans, breaks U.S. Senate records.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Taxpayer Revolt? Why More People Are Avoiding Filing Taxes This Year
Tax Season It may be tempting to skip filing due to the overwhelmed IRS, but doing so could have financial and legal consequences.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Congressional Republicans Tackle Trump's Agenda
The Kiplinger Letter Despite slim majorities in both chambers, the GOP is gearing up to overhaul taxes, border security and more.
By Sean Lengell Published
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What DOGE is Doing Now
The Kiplinger Letter As Musk's DOGE pursues its ambitious agenda, uncertainty and legal challenges are mounting — causing frustration for Trump.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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Will Trump's Education Dept. Order Hurt Scholarships and Key Tax Breaks?
Tax Breaks The Trump administration's efforts to abolish the Department of Education could impact tax policy, college affordability, and your wallet.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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March Federal Reserve Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The March Fed meeting is finally here, with Wall Street anxious to see what Jerome Powell & Co. have to say on inflation and interest rates.
By Kiplinger Staff Last updated