Every president inherits the national debt, but some have added to it at a pace that dwarfs their predecessors. The ranking of who grew it fastest may surprise you, cutting across party lines and defying conventional political wisdom.
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· 8:57am ET The size of the U.S. military budget has long mirrored the nation’s changing roles, expanding during periods of war, international rivalry, and heightened security priorities. Defense spending has risen and fallen in…
Aaron Webber By definition, politicians should be public servants focused on governance rather than personal gain. But in the United States, many elected officials and political leaders have made enormous personal fortunes, some due…
Aaron Webber Age has long been a point of debate in American politics, but it becomes especially controversial when lawmakers remain in office well beyond traditional retirement years. As the nation grapples with issues…
David Beren When the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991, it marked one of the most dramatic geopolitical shifts of modern times. Practically overnight, the Soviet Union was gone. The superpower, which had previously dominated global politics…
Throughout human history, empires have risen and fallen, whether long-lived and short-lived. These powers reshaped borders, cultures, and the course of civilization itself. These massive empires are a testament to the human drive for…
The United States and the Soviet Union signed numerous arms control treaties to limit the scope, danger, and expense of their competition. Future arms control treaties are possible but unlikely in the present tense…
Tariffs are usually only used by corrupt or incompetent governments to protect domestic industries or punish rivals Tariffs usually backfire, leading to weaker domestic economies and higher prices. Download our free report on the…
24/7 Insights Men still outnumber female members of Congress. Some of the most powerful women are high-ranking Congressional leaders. Nancy Pelosi has been Speaker of the House multiple times. Also: Discover “The Next NVIDIA” …
24/7 Insights Sadly, multiple members of Congress have been convicted for various crimes. Many congressional convictions relate to fraud, bribery, and related finance scandals. Members of the House tend to get into more legal…
24/7 Insights Throughout American history, many states have been proposed. One proposed state would have occupied much of the Western US. Multiple proposals to break up Texas have been discussed. Also: 2 Dividend Legends…
24/7 Wall St. Insights As a result of scandals, over the years ethical standards for presidents have been more clearly defined in federal regulations. U.S. presidents have been involved in scandals involving finances, illegal…
