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The reduction comes shortly after the Treasury secretary warned of a possible default by the end of summer
May 17, 2025 09:29
US could face default by August – Treasury chief
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US faces fiscal collapse – Michael Bloomberg
Congress must focus on restoring fiscal control and deficit reduction in order to avoid “the grim reckoning,” the billionaire believes
Apr 3, 2025 15:46
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The top hedge fund manager projects major financial woes for the nation’s economy within three years
Mar 4, 2025 16:47
US Treasury to take ‘extraordinary measures’ after Trump inauguration
Janet Yellen has told Congress that her department will pause retirement payments in a bid to avoid default
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