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US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

US Senate approves cutting billions in foreign aid as Trump demands

The US Senate passed a package cutting $8bn in foreign aid spending, reflecting Trump's commitment to reduce federal expenditures.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court Just Crowned Trump King-Again

The Supreme Court has granted Donald Trump a pathway to revoke federally authorized spending, violating the constitutional separation of powers, enabling widespread firings at the Department of Education.
US politics
US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

6 in 10 Americans Back Medicare for All - Poll

Poll results show strong support for Medicare for All, with nearly 60% of Americans in favor and only 27% against.
#tax-reform
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

The simple math of the big bill

The economic effects of Trump's policy bill aim to make big tax cuts permanent while funding them through cuts to Medicaid and substantial borrowing, increasing the deficit dramatically.
US politics
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

How Trump's Tax Cut and Policy Bill Aims to 'Supercharge' Immigration Enforcement | KQED

Federal investment in immigration enforcement includes $46.5 billion for border wall projects and expanded detention facilities.
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

House Republicans expected to pass President Trump's massive budget bill by July 4

House Republicans advanced the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, positioning it just one vote away from final passage.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

The GOP's massive bill would add trillions of dollars to the country's debt

The tax cut and spending bill passed by the Senate is projected to add trillions to federal debt over the next decade.
#medicaid
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Don't buy Dems' lies: The GOP isn't trying to strip Medicaid from millions of Americans

Democratic efforts to protect Medicaid are framed by some as misinformation, claiming it threatens necessary healthcare for the needy.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Yes, we have to cut Medicaid - it's grown out of control

Well-designed reforms can restore fiscal responsibility to Medicaid without harming vulnerable populations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Slashing Medicaid to Pay for Trump's Tax Cuts Could Lead to Vast State Shortfalls

House Republicans propose cutting Medicaid funding to pay for extending Trump's tax cuts, risking millions of Americans losing health coverage.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Don't buy Dems' lies: The GOP isn't trying to strip Medicaid from millions of Americans

Democratic efforts to protect Medicaid are framed by some as misinformation, claiming it threatens necessary healthcare for the needy.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Yes, we have to cut Medicaid - it's grown out of control

Well-designed reforms can restore fiscal responsibility to Medicaid without harming vulnerable populations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Slashing Medicaid to Pay for Trump's Tax Cuts Could Lead to Vast State Shortfalls

House Republicans propose cutting Medicaid funding to pay for extending Trump's tax cuts, risking millions of Americans losing health coverage.
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

GSA adds third set of companies to consulting contract review

Our objective is to critically evaluate which engagements deliver genuine value and demonstrable returns to the American taxpayer, and therefore merit external support.
US politics
#government-efficiency
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Republicans Have a Revenue Problem

Congressional Republicans criticize federal spending but face a significant deficit under their own policies, necessitating a balanced approach to reduce both spending and increase revenue.
#elon-musk
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Elon Musk criticizes Trump's 'big beautiful bill'

Elon Musk criticizes Trump's legislative agenda, expressing disappointment over the significant spending bill.
Musk steps back from government service, re-focusing on his businesses.
US politics
fromwww.sun-sentinel.com
2 months ago

Trump gives Elon Musk an Oval Office sendoff, crediting him with colossal change'

Elon Musk's departure marks the end of his controversial government role, with a focus on business endeavors.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Elon Musk announces departure from US President Trump's administration

Elon Musk leaves government role after advocating for cost-cutting, critical of Trump's new spending bill.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Opinion | Elon Musk Is Leading a Hostile Takeover of the Federal Government'

Trump has delegated unprecedented power to Elon Musk to restructure government operations, reflecting a shift from populism to elitism.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump praises Elon Musk for colossal change' as Doge adviser says farewell

Musk's tenure as a government advisor ends with ambitions for continued influence through Doge, despite limited cost savings.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Reveals DOGE Found Something Horrible' as He Declares Elon Musk Sticking Around As Long As Possible'

Trump values Elon Musk's contributions and hopes he remains in the administration amid discussions of potential departure.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Opinion | Elon Musk Is Leading a Hostile Takeover of the Federal Government'

Trump has delegated unprecedented power to Elon Musk to restructure government operations, reflecting a shift from populism to elitism.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Truly Surprised by This': CNN's Harry Enten Highlights Shocking' Approval for Trump and DOGE Spending Cuts

Trump's spending cuts in government have surprising majority support among voters.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trump will sign new executive orders while his first joint TV interview with Musk airs in prime time

Trump's executive orders address key social and economic issues in his second term.
US politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Trump gives Elon Musk an Oval Office sendoff

Elon Musk's departure marks significant changes in government efficiency and a controversial legacy in federal operations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Truly Surprised by This': CNN's Harry Enten Highlights Shocking' Approval for Trump and DOGE Spending Cuts

Trump's spending cuts in government have surprising majority support among voters.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trump will sign new executive orders while his first joint TV interview with Musk airs in prime time

Trump's executive orders address key social and economic issues in his second term.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Two cheers on passing the tax bill - too bad spending's still out of control

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' passed the House, but it represents a missed opportunity for significant cuts in federal spending.
#higher-education
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

House GOP plan to slash over $230B in spending, reform food stamps clears committee

Republicans propose to cut over $230 billion in spending and reform SNAP, advancing it through committee.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Don's health care transparency fix, Hochul punts on spending cuts and other commentary

Trump's executive order mandates more transparent healthcare pricing, aiming to allow consumers to determine costs before treatment.
#budget-cuts
US politics
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Housing Assistance Programs on the Chopping Block Under Trump's $163B Budget Cut Proposal

Trump's 2026 budget proposes significant cuts to federal housing assistance programs, reducing reliance on federal oversight.
US politics
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Housing Assistance Programs on the Chopping Block Under Trump's $163B Budget Cut Proposal

Trump's 2026 budget proposes significant cuts to federal housing assistance programs, reducing reliance on federal oversight.
#student-loans
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
US politics

GOP lawmakers unveil plan to overhaul student loan system, forcing schools to foot the bill for defaulted accounts

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Republicans plan to overhaul the federal student loan system. Here's what to know

Republicans propose major changes to the federal student loan system while aiming to cut $330 billion in federal spending.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
US politics

GOP lawmakers unveil plan to overhaul student loan system, forcing schools to foot the bill for defaulted accounts

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Republicans plan to overhaul the federal student loan system. Here's what to know

Republicans propose major changes to the federal student loan system while aiming to cut $330 billion in federal spending.
SF politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The DOGE House subcommittee's hearings are turning heads. Here's a look at how the panel functions.

The House DOGE subcommittee focuses on transparency and efficiency in federal government spending.
The bipartisan nature of the House DOGE subcommittee aims to address issues of waste and debt.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Deloitte is the biggest loser in DOGE's consulting crackdown

The Trump administration is slashing federal spending on consultants. Business Insider crunched the DOGE receipts to calculate how many contracts have been cut.
Tech industry
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

U.S. Infrastructure Improves, but Cuts May Imperil Progress, Report Says

Increased federal spending improved U.S. infrastructure, but ongoing investment is critical to prevent stagnation.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

The investor who predicted the 2008 financial crisis is sounding the alarm again - this time over DOGE cuts

Market underestimate of DOGE funding cuts poses economic risks, warns investor Danny Moses.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Two DOGE caucuses have taken hold on Capitol Hill. Here's what they're hoping to accomplish.

DOGE caucuses emerged to address government efficiency and spending in response to significant national debt post-2024 elections.
Right-wing politics
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago

Mr. Musk, Please Defund the Legal Services Corporation

The Legal Services Corporation represents a continued waste of taxpayer dollars, largely funding left-wing legal activism.
Historical attempts to defund the LSC highlight persistent issues of federal bureaucracy misuse.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

How Congress Could Force $1.1 Billion in Cuts on Washington, D.C.

While the bill cuts federal spending overall, it imposes over $1 billion in budget cuts on Washington, D.C., potentially affecting critical city services and functions.
US news
#national-debt
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Americans Most Likely to Disapprove of Trump's Handling of the National Debt

The U.S. national debt has reached $36.2 trillion due to ongoing federal budget deficits and rising interest costs.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Forget 'baloney' budget claims - I'm voting to break feds' debt addiction

Federal overspending threatens future generations and local families' economic well-being.
The budget resolution sparked misinformation but does not cut essential social programs.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Jasmine Crockett Denies There Is A Lot' Of Fraud and Abuse in Government Spending As She Puts Debt On Trump's Shoulders

Rep. Jasmine Crockett blames Trump and Republicans for national debt, denying substantial federal waste.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Americans Most Likely to Disapprove of Trump's Handling of the National Debt

The U.S. national debt has reached $36.2 trillion due to ongoing federal budget deficits and rising interest costs.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Forget 'baloney' budget claims - I'm voting to break feds' debt addiction

Federal overspending threatens future generations and local families' economic well-being.
The budget resolution sparked misinformation but does not cut essential social programs.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Jasmine Crockett Denies There Is A Lot' Of Fraud and Abuse in Government Spending As She Puts Debt On Trump's Shoulders

Rep. Jasmine Crockett blames Trump and Republicans for national debt, denying substantial federal waste.
Remote teams
fromHigh Country News
5 months ago

How DOGE threatens the Forest Service and public lands - High Country News

Widespread termination of U.S. Forest Service personnel has significantly impacted project planning and management.
US news
fromFast Company
5 months ago

EPA chief Zeldin is planning on gutting the agency by 65%, Trump says

Trump plans to cut 65% of EPA's workforce, raising concerns about the agency's ability to fulfill its mission.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Trump signs executive order to expand DOGE's spending review powers | TechCrunch

The Trump Administration's EO mandates justifications for federal contract and grant approvals to enhance spending accountability.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Judge gives Trump the go-ahead to continue putting USAID employees on leave

Judge Nichols allows Trump to resume USAID employee leave despite previous halting order, suggesting plaintiffs overstated potential harm.
Retirement
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trump's firing of 1,000 national park workers raises concerns about maintenance, operating hours

The Trump administration has terminated 1,000 National Park Service employees amid efforts to downsize government, impacting park operations and visitor experience.
fromNBC News
5 months ago

Trump administration live updates: Tulsi Gabbard set for confirmation vote; DOGE panel holds hearing

Federal dollars tracking is hindered by broken data systems, leading to waste, fraud, and abuse.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Opinion | Rosa DeLauro: Congress, Not Trump, Controls the Money

The article warns against efforts to undermine Congress's authority over federal spending, emphasizing the need to uphold constitutional principles.
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