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#national-debt

Congress Approves Full Social Security Benefits for Public Sector Retirees

Bipartisan legislation enabling full Social Security benefits for public sector retirees was passed, indicating strong bipartisan support amid budgetary concerns.

This US President Increased the National Debt by Over 700%

The U.S. national debt is at unprecedented levels, raising concerns about sustainability and affordability.

The US National Debt and the President Who Grew It by 722%

Frivolous federal spending and poor budget tracking contribute to national debt, highlighting the need for responsible fiscal management.

The Average American Can't Answer These Simple National Debt Questions

Most Americans lack a clear understanding of the national debt despite its significance in public policy discussions.

Congress Approves Full Social Security Benefits for Public Sector Retirees

Bipartisan legislation enabling full Social Security benefits for public sector retirees was passed, indicating strong bipartisan support amid budgetary concerns.

This US President Increased the National Debt by Over 700%

The U.S. national debt is at unprecedented levels, raising concerns about sustainability and affordability.

The US National Debt and the President Who Grew It by 722%

Frivolous federal spending and poor budget tracking contribute to national debt, highlighting the need for responsible fiscal management.

The Average American Can't Answer These Simple National Debt Questions

Most Americans lack a clear understanding of the national debt despite its significance in public policy discussions.
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#government-shutdown

Elon Musk Is Trying to Force a Government Shutdown

Musk and Ramaswamy are aggressively opposing a planned government funding bill, promoting a shutdown instead.

Brooklyn's Democratic leaders give viewpoints on bipartisan deal to keep government open

A bipartisan spending bill has been agreed upon to prevent a government shutdown before the new budget year begins on October 1.

What to Know About the Debt Ceiling Debate at the Center of the Government Shutdown Saga

The debt ceiling dispute is central to the threat of a federal government shutdown and involves new pressures from President-elect Trump.

Will Musk and Trump cause a government shutdown in December? Republicans urged to reject Congress spending bill

The U.S. federal government is again at risk of a shutdown amidst disagreements over proposed spending in a new continuing resolution.

What does a US government shutdown actually mean? DW 12/20/2024

Trump influences Congress before taking office, risking government shutdown.
A government shutdown results from failed budget agreements, halting non-essential services.
Essential services continue during a shutdown, including Social Security and Medicare.

RFK Stadium hopes are in jeopardy after spending bill is discarded

The future of D.C.'s RFK Stadium redevelopment and funding initiatives is now uncertain after a last-minute Congressional spending bill rejection.

Elon Musk Is Trying to Force a Government Shutdown

Musk and Ramaswamy are aggressively opposing a planned government funding bill, promoting a shutdown instead.

Brooklyn's Democratic leaders give viewpoints on bipartisan deal to keep government open

A bipartisan spending bill has been agreed upon to prevent a government shutdown before the new budget year begins on October 1.

What to Know About the Debt Ceiling Debate at the Center of the Government Shutdown Saga

The debt ceiling dispute is central to the threat of a federal government shutdown and involves new pressures from President-elect Trump.

Will Musk and Trump cause a government shutdown in December? Republicans urged to reject Congress spending bill

The U.S. federal government is again at risk of a shutdown amidst disagreements over proposed spending in a new continuing resolution.

What does a US government shutdown actually mean? DW 12/20/2024

Trump influences Congress before taking office, risking government shutdown.
A government shutdown results from failed budget agreements, halting non-essential services.
Essential services continue during a shutdown, including Social Security and Medicare.

RFK Stadium hopes are in jeopardy after spending bill is discarded

The future of D.C.'s RFK Stadium redevelopment and funding initiatives is now uncertain after a last-minute Congressional spending bill rejection.
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#political-influence

Swing-State Politics Is Rotting Our Brains and Harming Democracy

The Electoral College leads to disproportionate political influence and resource allocation to a few swing states, undermining the democratic principle of equal representation.

Musk wields cudgel with federal budget: Are auto and space regulations next?

Musk's influence is reshaping political dynamics in Washington, impacting legislation and regulations that will favor his companies.

Swing-State Politics Is Rotting Our Brains and Harming Democracy

The Electoral College leads to disproportionate political influence and resource allocation to a few swing states, undermining the democratic principle of equal representation.

Musk wields cudgel with federal budget: Are auto and space regulations next?

Musk's influence is reshaping political dynamics in Washington, impacting legislation and regulations that will favor his companies.
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Trump could target Affordable Care Act and Medicaid to help pay for lower taxes, experts say

The Affordable Care Act retains public support, but remains vulnerable amid Republican plans for major tax cuts and spending adjustments.

This real estate stock may have been unfairly hit by fears of DOGE's spending cuts

Easterly Government Properties faces stock declines due to fears of government budget cuts impacting its leases reliant on federal spending.
#government-efficiency

Elon Musk's budget crusade could cause a constitutional clash in Trump's second term

Musk and Ramaswamy aim to cut federal spending through an advisory committee, potentially challenging constitutional power dynamics.

Elon Musk said he will launch a leaderboard to track 'insanely dumb' government spending, and business leaders are weighing in

Elon Musk aims to enhance government efficiency by crowdsourcing ideas to reduce federal spending.

How Elon Musk Is Influencing Donald Trump

Elon Musk's proposal for a government efficiency commission could transform federal spending oversight if adopted by Donald Trump.

Elon Musk downsized Big Tech. Can he do the same to Big Government?

Trump has launched a new department to cut government spending, appointing Musk to lead it, aiming for significant reductions in federal workforce and budget.

Donald Trump says Elon Musk will help run the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE

Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal spending and bureaucracy.

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.

Elon Musk's budget crusade could cause a constitutional clash in Trump's second term

Musk and Ramaswamy aim to cut federal spending through an advisory committee, potentially challenging constitutional power dynamics.

Elon Musk said he will launch a leaderboard to track 'insanely dumb' government spending, and business leaders are weighing in

Elon Musk aims to enhance government efficiency by crowdsourcing ideas to reduce federal spending.

How Elon Musk Is Influencing Donald Trump

Elon Musk's proposal for a government efficiency commission could transform federal spending oversight if adopted by Donald Trump.

Elon Musk downsized Big Tech. Can he do the same to Big Government?

Trump has launched a new department to cut government spending, appointing Musk to lead it, aiming for significant reductions in federal workforce and budget.

Donald Trump says Elon Musk will help run the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE

Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal spending and bureaucracy.

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.
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The Future of the Executive Branch

Trump aims to radically transform the executive branch and cut federal spending, perceiving it as currently resistant to his agenda.

Trump's voter base relies on spending Musk's DOGE might cut

The new administration must address fiscal challenges linked to federal transfer payments that heavily support Trump-voting counties.

Statistical challenges of measuring immigration

Annual Census estimates are essential for federal spending and demographic survey controls, especially in the context of immigration challenges.

AI-powered martech releases and news: May 16 | MarTech

The Senate proposed raising federal spending for nondefense AI innovation to at least $32 billion annually.

Tom Cole, House G.O.P. Spending Chief, Prevails Against Right-Wing Challenger

Tom Cole, a veteran Oklahoma Republican, successfully defended his seat against a primary challenge from a well-funded right-wing businessman, securing a 12th term.
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