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Economy
How much does it cost to own a car?

Fixed expenses, including car insurance, license and registration fees, taxes, depreciation, and more, make up the bulk of car ownership costs.

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Economy
Why are car insurance rates increasing?

Between 2020 to 2024, motor vehicle insurance rates rose by about 54%.

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Economy
What kinds of jobs do young people have?

People ages 16 to 24 are most likely to have jobs in leisure and hospitality.

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Defense and security
How many refugees are entering the US?

Refugee admissions are increasing after a 40-year low in 2021.

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Population
An overview of the US–Mexico border

Around 15 million people live in the US–Mexico border region.

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Government spending
How has the federal budget changed over time?

In fiscal year 2023, federal spending remained higher than before the pandemic.

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Economy
How many teens are in the labor force?

Of the 167 million people in the nation’s labor force in 2023, approximately 3.81%, or around 6.36 million, were teens.

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Economy
Who pays the most income tax?

Individual income taxes made up 49% of federal revenue in FY 2023.

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Economy
Who is unbanked in the US?

How do the 6% of Americans without a bank account use their money?

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