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US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

US Congress approves $9bn cuts to foreign aid, public media DW 07/18/2025

The US House passed a plan to cut $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding.
US politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Senate GOP barely move ahead on Trump request to cancel $9 billion in approved spending

Senate Republicans advanced Trump's spending cuts, overcoming concerns about impact on impoverished people and public media.
US politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

The U.S. debt outlook is so dire it now resembles the student loan crisis, former White House economic adviser says

Jared Bernstein has shifted from a dove to a hawk regarding U.S. debt, warning of dangerous budget math and debt risks.
fromThe American Conservative
2 weeks ago

Third-Party Rock Anthem

Elon Musk plans to establish the America Party to challenge the Republican and Democrat duopoly, with a focus on balancing the budget and reducing overspending.
#trump-tax-law
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

National Review Columnist Dunks on Elon Musk Fans for Insisting DOGE Was Success

Whatever savings may have been found, they were small potatoes when so many trillions of dollars were being added to the national debt.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Ron DeSantis Showers Elon Musk With Praise Amid Feud With Trump But Warns Against Third Party Gambit

Ron DeSantis praises Elon Musk's innovation and expresses concerns about potential Democratic victories if Musk supports candidates from another party.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 weeks ago

Deficit & Dependency I: The Deficit Argument

Right-wing criticisms often use the Deficit and Dependency arguments against proposed Democratic benefits.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Republican voters on Trump's sweeping tax-and-spend legislation: This bill is a no-brainer!'

Donald Trump promotes a tax and spending bill aimed at making tax cuts permanent and significantly reducing Medicaid funding.
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
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Time is running out for the OUSD board to rein in spending

OUSD faces potential insolvency without significant budgeting changes in the next year.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

HUD officially ditches Weaver building for new HQ

Relocating is about more than just changing buildings; it's about a mission-minded shift that we hope will inspire every employee.
Washington DC
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Berkeley approves budget that cuts $1.4M from affordable housing program

The Berkeley City Council cut funding for the Small Sites affordable housing program while approving a budget that relies on one-time financial maneuvers.
Retirement
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Borenstein: This Bay Area city's half-century of pension taxes provides a cautionary tale

Oakland's new tax proposal highlights ongoing issues with funding public pensions, posing serious financial implications for property owners.
#oakland
#trump
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

The Principles of Thomas Massie

Trump promotes The Apprentice re-release amid economic concerns.
Rep. Massie opposes bipartisanship on debt resolution, advocating fiscal responsibility.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Hialeah's $45,000 farewell to Bovo: When public money pays for private parties

The city spent over $45,000 on the farewell party for Mayor Esteban Bovo, equating to a significant expense against the backdrop of Hialeah's median household income.
NYC politics
#gop
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Karl Rove Nukes Josh Hawley's Anti-Conservative Populism: Wants to Give His Victim' Constituents Everything For Free'

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Karl Rove Nukes Josh Hawley's Anti-Conservative Populism: Wants to Give His Victim' Constituents Everything For Free'

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Rand Paul Fires Back After Trump's Brutal Attack: Kentuckians Sent Me Here to Fight Reckless Debt'

If you're borrowing $5 trillion, that makes me think you're going to add over $2 trillion, maybe $2.8 trillion next year. So it doesn't show me that you've turned around.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

How Long Have You Been in the Senate?' Fox's Maria Bartiromo Scoffs at Rick Scott in Tense Interview

Sen. Rick Scott seeks greater specificity in budget proposals and expresses concern over deficits, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Republican Senator Slaps Down Trump's Completely Unacceptable' Spending Bill On Fox News

Sen. Ron Johnson publicly opposes Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill', prioritizing fiscal responsibility over party unity.
#tax-policy
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill' Would Do to the National Debt

Trump's tax and spending bill may add over $2.5 trillion to federal debt, raising concerns among economists.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill' Would Do to the National Debt

Trump's tax and spending bill may add over $2.5 trillion to federal debt, raising concerns among economists.
#republican-party
NYC politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Brian Shortsleeve, former MBTA head, is running for governor

Brian Shortsleeve pledges to restore fiscal responsibility in Massachusetts as a Republican gubernatorial candidate.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Rand Paul Torches Fellow Republicans Falling Over Themselves to Vote tor the Largest Debt Ceiling Increase' Ever

Sen. Rand Paul criticized Republican plans to increase the debt ceiling, emphasizing the need for fiscal restraint and opposing significant deficits.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose proposes $5.57 billion budget without significant cuts to services

San Jose proposes a $5.57 billion budget that prioritizes fiscal responsibility while addressing homelessness and city services.
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.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months 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.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months 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.
#elon-musk
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months 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.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Kathy Hochul, lawmakers steering New York into a fiscal train wreck

New York's proposed $252 billion budget risks substantial financial instability due to lack of contingency for potential federal funding cuts.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago

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

Nigel Green argues that austerity-lite is inadequate and that real economic growth requires a push for deregulation, which would facilitate enterprise and job creation.
UK politics
fromkffhealthnews.org
4 months ago

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.
#government-efficiency
fromNew York Post
4 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

It's Gonna Be Corrected': Mike Johnson Admits Elon Musk's Mistakes When Confronted Over Cancer Research Cuts

Mike Johnson emphasizes that criticisms of Musk's government efficiency cuts as racially motivated are unfounded, stressing the need for fiscal responsibility.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

It's Gonna Be Corrected': Mike Johnson Admits Elon Musk's Mistakes When Confronted Over Cancer Research Cuts

Mike Johnson emphasizes that criticisms of Musk's government efficiency cuts as racially motivated are unfounded, stressing the need for fiscal responsibility.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months 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.
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.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 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.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Trump and Musk want DOGE checks. Congress has other ideas.

Congressional approval is required to implement the proposed DOGE Dividend checks, but GOP lawmakers express fiscal responsibility concerns.
fromPortlandTribune.com
6 months ago

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.
Business
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 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
10 months ago

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

In Sasse's first year as University of Florida president, he spent over $1.3 million on catering for lavish events, significantly higher than his predecessor's expenses.
Left-wing politics
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