WASHINGTON — Terms and phrases like the "debt ceiling," reconciliation" and "continuing resolution" may sound like complicated government policies and procedures. However, the issues and policies are ...

Learn what is the statute of limitations on debt, how it varies by state and when debt may no longer be collectible. See how long creditors have to sue.

Could a $1 trillion platinum coin be the solution to the U.S. government's debt limit crisis? With politicians at a standoff, some senators and other proponents, at the last minute, have renewed talk ...

City council approved a request Monday night to increase the city’s debt limit to $135 million, a move intended to ensure ...