The true cost of the GOP’s megabill will be measured in lives. Thousands of lives.

Republican leaders must find a fragile balance on their reconciliation bill between senators seeking to protect programs for the most vulnerable, and those who want deeper deficit reductions.

A version of the budget reconciliation bill being considered by the Senate would make deeper cuts to social service programs ...

The House and Senate were unable to reach agreement on a budget before the scheduled May 2 end of the annual legislative session because of differences about tax cuts and spending levels.

The House and Senate were unable to reach agreement on a budget before the scheduled May 2 end of the annual legislative session because of differences about tax cuts and spending levels.