American Action Forum

Money Moves

Published detailed analysis of the FY 2026 budget numbers

The federal government ran a $1.992 trillion budget deficit in fiscal year 2026, the Treasury Department confirmed on October 16. It is the third-largest deficit in American history, behind only the two COVID-19 pandemic years, and the largest ever recorded outside a war or recession.

Updated 5 days ago

Built World

Publishing analysis of the diesel price shock

Diesel averaged $6.31 a gallon on October 21, down from the record near $6.52 set in late September but still above $6 since September 10, according to AAA. The price is about 68% higher than the $3.76 average on February 28, when the US and Israel attacked Iran.

Updated Oct 24