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Ending Regional Commissions: A Prime Cut for DOGE

Congress can advance government efficiency by cutting corporate welfare programs.

January 2, 2025 — Alec Mena 1735844777

Congress Again Abdicates its Primary Responsibility

Members of Congress must commit themselves to living up to their responsibility and finishing the appropriations bills on time.

October 31, 2024 — Eric Maus 1730407679

Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Halloween Candy Are Not a Sweet Deal for Taxpayers

There are some areas of the farm bill, like the sugar program, that are ripe for reform.

October 23, 2024 — Deborah Collier 1729696485

House Defense Bills Break with Pentagon Guidance

Disagreements between the Pentagon and the House of Representatives over the number of F-35s to be purchased will drive up costs.

July 8, 2024 — Sean Kennedy 1720472315

President Biden's Budget Will Raise Taxes and Federal Debt

President Biden's FY 2025 budget would increase government spending, restore IRS funding, and raise taxes

 

March 29, 2024 — Eric Maus 1711740940

New GAO Report Warns of Worsening Federal Debt

If Congress fails to act, Americans may face rampant inflation or a sovereign debt crisis.

February 26, 2024 — Alec Mena 1708923600

CBO Projects Record High Deficits and Debt

The CBO projects that the federal budget deficit is already at $1.6 trillion and will grow by $20 trillion over the next decade.

February 20, 2024 — Eric Maus 1708405200

Establishing a Fiscal Commission Could Help Reduce Federal Spending

An effective spending control commission should draw inspiration from the Grace Commission and CARFA. 

December 21, 2023 — Alec Mena 1703197746

Interest on the National Debt is a Ticking Time Bomb

Congress should end its spending spree and reduce the federal debt. 

November 27, 2023 — Eric Maus 1701113077