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Obama Slams Congress: Downgrade Could Have Been Avoided

President Barack Obama slams Congress, says the downgrade of the United States' credit rating could have been avoided.

Obama Slams Congress: Downgrade Could Have Been Avoided

Senate Majority Leader Signs Debt Ceiling Deal

An end to the U.S. debt crisis coming? Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid signs deal with President Barack Obama and Republican leaders.

Senate Majority Leader Signs Debt Ceiling Deal

House Approves Boehner Plan as Sides Continue to Argue

As the clock ticks on the U.S. debt ceiling, the House of Representatives approve Speaker John Boehner’s plan. But will it pass the Senate?

House Approves Boehner Plan as Sides Continue to Argue

Video: How Big is the U.S. Debt?

As D-day for the U.S. debt ceiling debate quickly approaches, Prof. Antony Davies explains just how big the U.S. debt really is.

Video: How Big is the U.S. Debt?