Economics, Policy, and Commentary by Jordan Weissmann

Jordan Weissmann is a senior staff writer at The Atlantic, where coverage focuses on economic policy, digital finance, and cryptocurrency regulation. Earlier work as economics editor at Slate built a readership in the millions, with individual pieces routinely shared thousands of times across social platforms. Analysis on crypto taxation, stablecoin regulation, and central bank digital currencies has been featured in think-tank discussions and cited in policy papers.

Weissmann frequently participates in panels with academic economists and lawmakers, explaining complex financial regulation for general audiences of 300–400 participants. Appearances on NPR, MSNBC, and podcasts broaden his reach to tens of thousands of listeners monthly. His reporting income, combined with speaking and consultancy work, is estimated in the mid-six-figure USD range. With clarity of communication and a reputation for policy insight, Weissmann has become one of the most trusted interpreters of crypto’s regulatory challenges for both professionals and the wider public.

  • Ksenia Gerey
  • 08.10.2026
Jordan Weissmann: Krugman flags potential underestimation of France risk in financial markets
Jordan Weissmann highlights recent comments from economist Paul Krugman, who suggests that financial markets may not be sufficiently concerned about risks in France. Krugman's remarks point to ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 06.10.2026
National lenders call DC a red flag for investment, Jordan Weissmann reports
Jordan Weissmann reports that a nonprofit affordable housing executive has described three recent conversations with national lenders who all labeled Washington, D.C. as a 'red flag' for any type ...
  • Yulia Slavina
  • 11.09.2026
Jordan Weissmann: Warsh appears to take data-driven stance after Jackson Hole
Jordan Weissmann comments on the Federal Reserve's approach following Jackson Hole, observing that Warsh is currently behaving like a standard central banker who is prepared to hike interest rates ...
  • Artem Shendetskii
  • 11.08.2026
Step up basis at death may distort home sales, Jordan Weissmann argues
Jordan Weissmann argues that the step up basis provision at death encourages older individuals to retain ownership of their homes rather than sell them. He points to this as an additional reason ...
  • Elena Nikulina
  • 08.08.2026
Jordan Weissmann: DC faces challenges with $25 minimum wage as recession persists
Jordan Weissmann raises concerns about Washington DC's proposed $25 minimum wage initiative. He acknowledges the good intentions behind the campaign but points out that most cities managed ...
  • Artem Shendetskii
  • 18.06.2026
Trump inherited slowing inflation but economic missteps may drive rate hikes, Jordan Weissmann argues
Jordan Weissmann critiques the economic record of U.S. President Donald Trump, noting that he inherited decelerating inflation and chose his own Federal Reserve chair. Despite these advantages, ...
  • Oleg Tkachenko
  • 10.06.2026
Jordan Weissmann questions tax hike path to balancing the U.S. budget
Jordan Weissmann questions current thinking around budget policy, suggesting the only long-term plan to balance the budget may involve large tax hikes.According to Weissmann, many budget forecasts ...
  • Parshwa Turakhiya
  • 06.06.2026
Foreclosures on LIHTC developments could nullify affordability, Jordan Weissmann warns
Jordan Weissmann warns that a wave of foreclosures may threaten LIHTC developments if no action is taken. He notes that if a bailout is not pursued, there is a significant danger that ...
  • Ivan Andriyenko
  • 28.05.2026
Jordan Weissmann: Questions potential issues of ideas for DC’s struggling economy
Jordan Weissmann raises concerns about possible challenges surrounding new ideas for Washington, DC’s troubled economy. He expresses interest in considering what other policy proposals might be ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 26.05.2026
D.C. income rose 1.7 percent last year, Jordan Weissmann notes
Jordan Weissmann examines the impact of DOGE on the District of Columbia's tax base. According to Weissmann, from 2021 through 2024, personal income for D.C. residents grew at a strong pace of ...
  • Anastasiia Chabaniuk
  • 19.05.2026
Jordan Weissmann: Unemployment rate and rent-to-income ratio were much worse in 2013
Jordan Weissmann rejects a description of the economy at that time, stating the unemployment rate was significantly worse, which led to falling wages. Weissmann also notes that by 2013, the ...
  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 13.05.2026
Gold-plated retirement benefits transfer wealth from younger to older generations, Jordan Weissmann argues
Jordan Weissmann argues that enhancing retirement benefits primarily benefits middle-aged and older individuals at the expense of younger workers with families. He contends that such policies ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 07.05.2026
Jordan Weissmann: Washington DC experienced 5.4 percent job decline compared to prior downturn
Jordan Weissmann, industry influencer, draws attention to Washington DC's significant job decline. According to Weissmann, DC's payrolls decreased by 5.4 percent, providing important perspective ...
  • Artem Shendetskii
  • 22.04.2026
Obama-era tax increases slowed short-term growth, Jordan Weissmann notes
Jordan Weissmann observes that most experts agree the Obama-era tax hikes had a mildly negative effect on economic growth in the short-term. However, he notes that these tax increases are still ...