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'09 Deficit on the Rise

Friday, March 20th, 2009
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Associated Press: Congressional aides say new estimate predicts this year's deficit will exceed $1.8 trillion.

2010 deficit estimate is at $1.4 trillion.

Plus: OMB Director Orszag downplays higher projection, says it shows “how sensitive the budget is to small changes in assumptions.” Details here.

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