The WasteWatcher
Memphis Announces Plans for $684 Million Stadium Investments
The city of Memphis is considering $684 million in public subsidies for four sports stadiums.
Recession Fears Provide Opportunity for States to Take the Lead
States should begin preparing for future recessions to avoid becoming overly reliant on federal money.
Taxpayer Tricks and Treats for Halloween 2022
The 23rd annual compilation of the hair-raising, harrowing, and horrifying Taxpayer Tricks and Treats is here.
Council for Citizens Against Government Waste State Ballot Measure Guide
CCAGW has taken a position on five measures on state ballots this November.
IRS Needs to Fix Its Information Technology Issues
It is abundantly clear that the IRS is rife with mismanagement and needs to fix its ongoing IT issues.
Broadband Waste Detailed in Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau Report
A report from the Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau discovered insufficient oversight guidance in the state's broadband programs.
Long-Term Extension of Spectrum Auction Authority is Essential
The continuing resolution passed by Congress includes spectrum auction authority for the FCC, but only until December 16, 2022.
House GOP Unveil Plan to Cut Spending, Tame Inflation, and Hold Washington Accountable
The Commitment to America is a commonsense plan that would provide much-needed economic relief to Americans
F-35 Delays Leave Air Force Reliant on Aging Aircraft
The delays in the F-35 have caused the Air Force to rely on aircraft that should have been retired by now.
An Interoperable EHR System is Closer than Ever
VA and DOD have been trying to develop interoperable EHR systems for 40 years. New efforts make this project closer to fruition.
The IRA Could Make the IRS Preparer, Bill, and Enforcer
The Inflation Reduction Act requires the IRS study becoming a tax preparation service to compete against the private sector.
Report Exposes Misspent COVID Relief Funds in Tennessee Schools
Tennessee school districts wasted millions of dollars in COVID relief on projects unrelated to the pandemic or learning recovery.