Across the Aisle

10/06/2026

Last month, we welcomed our newest cohort of Ambassadors to Washington, D.C. These student leaders from across the country spent a weekend learning about the nation's most pressing fiscal challenges, discussing different perspectives, and brainstorming solutions.

Now they're bringing that experience back to their campuses, where they'll lead conversations on the issues shaping their generation's future.

We're proud to support young Americans who are ready to learn, lead, and find bipartisan solutions. We look forward to seeing the impact our Ambassadors make this semester!

10/01/2026

With FAFSA season underway, many young Americans are preparing to borrow for college. For most, a student loan is their first long-term financial commitment, often taken on before they've had a full-time job or managed debt of any kind.

But they often don’t know what they're agreeing to. Interest keeps accruing on the balance over time, so the total you repay can end up well above what you borrowed.

Our latest explainer breaks down how student loans work, the types of loans, and what you can expect in repayment.👇
https://bit.ly/4hWoto6

09/30/2026

Many Americans have noticed their grocery bills climbing — and the national debt is one factor worth understanding.

The national debt can increase the costs of getting those products onto the store shelf. As it grows, it can put upward pressure on interest rates, increasing borrowing costs for farmers and grocery stores. Those costs are passed along to you, the shopper.

Understanding how these costs connect can help us better understand what we’re paying at the checkout counter. Read more in our latest article.👇

How the National Debt Is Driving Up Your Grocery Prices

09/28/2026

Thank you to the speakers who joined us for Fall Orientation 2026! 👏

Our Ambassadors heard from experts at D.C. think tanks, changemakers from Capitol Hill, a panel of alumni Ambassadors, and Across the Aisle's own team. Their insights sparked engaging conversations with the next generation of leaders and helped make the weekend a success!

09/24/2026

Last week, more than 180 future leaders joined us in Washington, D.C., for our Fall Orientation weekend.

Over the course of the weekend, participants engaged with policy presentations on the national debt, took part in an interactive exercise on Social Security insolvency, heard directly from alumni now working on Capitol Hill and beyond, and connected with fellow Ambassadors from across the country.

Check out the full weekend recap👇
https://bit.ly/4yTHgpN

09/23/2026

Why did the Fed raise interest rates — and what does it mean for you?

The Federal Reserve recently raised its target range for the federal funds rate by 0.25 percentage points, bringing the range to 3.75–4.00%. While consumers, businesses, and the government don't pay this rate directly, it shapes borrowing costs across the entire economy.

Our latest video breaks down what the federal funds rate is, why the Fed adjusts it, and how those changes affect everything from credit cards and auto loans to mortgages and the national debt.

Want to learn more? Read our full article on the Fed’s decision👇
https://bit.ly/4AlKbJk

09/20/2026

That's a wrap on Fall Orientation 2026! 👏

Our Ambassadors are heading back to their campuses after a weekend full of learning, networking, and engaging conversations about how they can help shape our fiscal future.

Want to learn more about becoming an Ambassador? Check out our Answer the Call program👇
https://bit.ly/4cZgmEm

09/19/2026

From coast to coast — our Answer the Call Ambassadors are getting ready to become the next leaders in Washington. ✈️

At this year’s Fall Orientation, we asked: why did you apply to become an Ambassador? Hear what they had to say 🎤

09/17/2026

Did you hear that the Federal Reserve raised interest rates this week? 💵

You might be wondering why the Fed would raise rates when that makes borrowing more expensive. The goal: higher rates can help ease inflation and bring down the cost of everyday goods.

Want to understand this decision and how it impacts you? Check out our latest article.👇

The Fed raised interest rates by 25 basis points. Learn why rates increased, what it means for inflation, borrowing costs, and the economy.

09/14/2026

Buying a home just got a lot harder. ❌

Mortgage rates just hit 7% — the highest in over a year. Did you know that as the national debt climbs, so does the cost of borrowing? That means buying a house will get a lot more expensive.

See how it all connects in our national debt breakdown👇
https://bit.ly/4gOBi3C