Government Headed for Shutdown
Barring any new deal in the next hour, the federal government will officially shut down and cease non-essential functions at 12:01 a.m.
The Story of a Government Shutdown, in 13 Figures
Once again, the federal government is headed for a shutdown. Here's what that would mean for our economy—and for some of our country's most vulnerable citizens.
This Chart Shows What the Trump Administration Has Done to Health Insurance Coverage in the U.S.
It appears the uninsured rate will only continue to go up.
Does Segregation Beget Segregation?
Two poverty researchers talk about the social forces reinforcing the cycle of segregation.
Marco Rubio and Bob Corker Announce Support for Tax Legislation
The legislation is now almost certain to pass.
A U.N. Poverty Expert Breaks Down the Sorry State of Economic Equality in America
Researcher Philip Alston offers a sharp criticism of U.S. policymakers' response to poverty.
These Two Charts Show How the GOP’s Proposed Tweaks to the Child Tax Credit Fail to Help Low-Income Americans
Senator Marco Rubio says he'll vote against any tax reform plan that doesn't include big changes to the Child Tax Credit. The data shows his concerns are valid.
Congress Passes Two-Week Spending Bill
Lawmakers now have until December 22nd to agree on another funding bill.