Describe the US Federal Budget and the causes and effects of the current budget deficit. Adress the following points:

-The relationship between the U.S. governments fiscal policy and the federal budget

-Difference between mandatory and discretionary spending, provide two examples of each

-Explain the actions that the U.S. government taks that can both raise and lower the budget deficit

- The United States continues to operate on a budget deficit. Explain some challenges the country faces as a result