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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Says Veterans Fired from Federal Government Are Perhaps Not Fit to Have a Job at This Moment'

Trump administration's vet layoffs raise concerns over legality and impact on government functions.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump sours on millionaire tax to fund 'big, beautiful' agenda bill

Trump opposes raising taxes on millionaires, fearing it would drive them out of the U.S.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Says Veterans Fired from Federal Government Are Perhaps Not Fit to Have a Job at This Moment'

Trump administration's vet layoffs raise concerns over legality and impact on government functions.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump sours on millionaire tax to fund 'big, beautiful' agenda bill

Trump opposes raising taxes on millionaires, fearing it would drive them out of the U.S.
more#trump-administration
#government-efficiency
OMG science
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Fact check: Is the US government spending millions on transgender monkeys?

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency seeks to cut wasteful spending, targeting odd research projects funded by the U.S. government.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

The scourge of Dems' DC domination, every penny counts and other commentary

The article critiques the dominance of Democratic bureaucrats in Washington, suggesting it hampers efficient government spending.
DOGE's initiatives, though small, symbolize a commitment to government efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
SF politics

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
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joni Ernst, head of the Senate's new DOGE caucus, wants to make the federal establishment 'squeal' through trillions in cuts

Senator Ernst aims to reduce government waste through the new DOGE caucus by implementing spending cuts.
OMG science
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Fact check: Is the US government spending millions on transgender monkeys?

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency seeks to cut wasteful spending, targeting odd research projects funded by the U.S. government.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

The scourge of Dems' DC domination, every penny counts and other commentary

The article critiques the dominance of Democratic bureaucrats in Washington, suggesting it hampers efficient government spending.
DOGE's initiatives, though small, symbolize a commitment to government efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
SF politics

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
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joni Ernst, head of the Senate's new DOGE caucus, wants to make the federal establishment 'squeal' through trillions in cuts

Senator Ernst aims to reduce government waste through the new DOGE caucus by implementing spending cuts.
more#government-efficiency
#national-debt
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Republicans Are Trying to Use Accounting Magic to Conceal the Cost of Tax Cuts

Republican tax strategies frequently lead to increased national debt, despite their claims about fiscal conservatism.
US Elections
fromFast Company
6 months ago

What would happen to the U.S. debt under a Harris or Trump presidency? Here's what a new report reveals

Harris and Trump's economic plans are projected to significantly increase national debt, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
Business
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Yellen Issues Debt Limit Warning to Congress

Urgent Congressional action is needed by January 14 to raise the debt limit and avoid default on U.S. obligations.
fromFortune
6 months ago
US Elections

National debt would increase under Harris's plans and would surge under Trump's, budget watchdog says

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's economic plans are projected to increase national debt significantly over the next decade.
Harris' plan may add $3.5 trillion to national debt, while Trump's could add $7.5 trillion to $15.2 trillion.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Republicans Are Trying to Use Accounting Magic to Conceal the Cost of Tax Cuts

Republican tax strategies frequently lead to increased national debt, despite their claims about fiscal conservatism.
US Elections
fromFast Company
6 months ago

What would happen to the U.S. debt under a Harris or Trump presidency? Here's what a new report reveals

Harris and Trump's economic plans are projected to significantly increase national debt, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
Business
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Yellen Issues Debt Limit Warning to Congress

Urgent Congressional action is needed by January 14 to raise the debt limit and avoid default on U.S. obligations.
fromFortune
6 months ago
US Elections

National debt would increase under Harris's plans and would surge under Trump's, budget watchdog says

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's economic plans are projected to increase national debt significantly over the next decade.
Harris' plan may add $3.5 trillion to national debt, while Trump's could add $7.5 trillion to $15.2 trillion.
more#national-debt
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Senator Cory Booker Gives Nonstop Speech Protesting Trump Policies

Cory Booker stands against Senate actions he finds objectionable, seeking to draw attention to important issues without hindering legislative processes.
#uk-economy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What to expect from Rachel Reeves's (brief) spring statement

Rachel Reeves faces pressure to make public spending cuts while adhering to strict fiscal rules despite previously rejecting austerity measures.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Deregulation should be the Chancellor's priority, not austerity-lite - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Deregulation should be the main focus of Rachel Reeves' Budget to stimulate the economy.
Austerity measures will not provide the necessary growth needed for the UK economy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What to expect from Rachel Reeves's (brief) spring statement

Rachel Reeves faces pressure to make public spending cuts while adhering to strict fiscal rules despite previously rejecting austerity measures.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Deregulation should be the Chancellor's priority, not austerity-lite - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Deregulation should be the main focus of Rachel Reeves' Budget to stimulate the economy.
Austerity measures will not provide the necessary growth needed for the UK economy.
more#uk-economy
fromkffhealthnews.org
1 month ago
Social justice

Under Trump, Social Security resumes what it once called clawback cruelty'

The Trump administration reversed a policy allowing less aggressive recoupment of Social Security overpayments, reverting to full withholding of benefits.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Trump Secretary of Agriculture Appointee Wants Everyone to Raise Chickens, Alina Habba Suggests Some Veterans "Are Not Fit" For Work

Economists suggest backyard chickens could be a solution to rising egg prices, reviving a frontier tradition.
Comments from GOP representatives highlight a focus on fiscal responsibility over sympathy for job losses.
#government-spending
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Most Ridiculous Ways the Federal Government Has Wasted Tax Dollars

The government significantly wastes taxpayer money on dubious projects that raise eyebrows.
Taxpayers should be aware of how their hard-earned money is being spent.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
Toronto

Government releases economic statement today as Freeland faces heavy pressure over deficit | CBC News

Government's fall economic statement acknowledges challenges in meeting fiscal targets, especially regarding the deficit and rising expenditures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Business

These were not the choices I wanted to make, but they are the right choices for Britain | Rachel Reeves

Economic stability is crucial for families, businesses, and public services, and the new government inherits a significant fiscal challenge.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Most Ridiculous Ways the Federal Government Has Wasted Tax Dollars

The government significantly wastes taxpayer money on dubious projects that raise eyebrows.
Taxpayers should be aware of how their hard-earned money is being spent.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
Toronto

Government releases economic statement today as Freeland faces heavy pressure over deficit | CBC News

Government's fall economic statement acknowledges challenges in meeting fiscal targets, especially regarding the deficit and rising expenditures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Business

These were not the choices I wanted to make, but they are the right choices for Britain | Rachel Reeves

Economic stability is crucial for families, businesses, and public services, and the new government inherits a significant fiscal challenge.
more#government-spending
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Business

What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red States

Red states benefit significantly from federal funding while criticizing blue states for dependency on federal aid.
fromPortlandTribune.com
3 months ago
Portland

Portland City Council approves plan to increase staff for council, mayor

Portland City Council approved $4.6 million for more staff to enhance support amid budget challenges.
#debt-ceiling
Business
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Once again, the debt ceiling is roiling Washington. Here are 4 things to know

The debt ceiling discussion is reignited by recent demands from the president-elect amid ongoing negotiations to prevent a government shutdown.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chip Roy Loses It at Republican Colleagues on House Floor: I Am Absolutely Sickened'

Rep. Chip Roy criticized Republican colleagues for supporting debt ceiling increases, asserting it betrays constituents and contradicts fiscal responsibility.
Business
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Once again, the debt ceiling is roiling Washington. Here are 4 things to know

The debt ceiling discussion is reignited by recent demands from the president-elect amid ongoing negotiations to prevent a government shutdown.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chip Roy Loses It at Republican Colleagues on House Floor: I Am Absolutely Sickened'

Rep. Chip Roy criticized Republican colleagues for supporting debt ceiling increases, asserting it betrays constituents and contradicts fiscal responsibility.
more#debt-ceiling
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Business

Will the dollar break at 107.00 amid Bessent's nomination for US treasury secretary? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Investor caution prevails as the US dollar remains steady, reflecting the impact of Bessent's nomination as Treasury Secretary amid mixed market signals.
fromPadailypost
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Superintendent spent school funds on trips to Disneyland Resort and meals at Fleming's

Las Lomitas Elementary School's superintendent allegedly misused taxpayer funds for personal expenses, causing controversy amidst a recent teachers' strike.
fromIndependent
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Fionnan Sheahan: Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political - Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy election

A €1.4m security hut raises concerns about financial prioritization at the Department of Finance under Paschal Donohoe.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
SF politics

Editorial: For BART, elect Lang in only competitive East Bay race

BART's board overhaul is unlikely to drive fiscal responsibility amidst declining ridership and increasing spending without addressing operational deficits.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
7 months ago

Ben Sasse spent over $1.3 million on social events in 1 year as UF president

Ben Sasse's extravagant catering expenses at the University of Florida raise significant concerns about fiscal responsibility and transparency.
fromFortune Europe
7 months ago
Business

U.K. may need to tax the wealthy or target inheritances to close 20 billion deficit left by previous government

Rachel Reeves can raise over £20 billion in tax without violating election pledges by targeting inheritances and capital gains.
NYC politics
fromNy1
10 months ago

Mayor, Council Speaker shake on $112 billion budget deal

The mayor and City Council reached a $112 billion budget agreement just two days before the deadline, prioritizing investments in housing and preventing cuts to key areas.
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