BUDGET BILL

Jul 04 2025POLITICS

A Budget Bill That Sparks Fury and Worries

The recent budget bill's approval has ignited a firestorm of criticism from Democrats. They argue that this bill favors the wealthy while neglecting the needs of ordinary Americans. The bill's passage, with minimal Republican dissent, has been called "not normal" by some. The bill's impact on healthcare and social services has drawn significant attention. Critics po...

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Push Through Major Budget Bill

House Republicans are on the brink of passing a significant budget bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill, backed by President Trump, has been a contentious topic within the party. With a narrow majority, Republicans could only afford to lose a few votes, making the passage of this bill a tight race. The bill focuses on extending Trump's 2017 tax c...

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Jun 21 2025POLITICS

Healthcare on the Chopping Block: What's at Stake?

Healthcare has been a reliable job creator in recent years. However, a budget plan moving through Congress could change that. The plan aims to reduce Medicaid funding by roughly 800 billion dollars. This could lead to nearly 8 million people losing their Medicaid coverage. Additionally, 2 million more could lose their Affordable Care Act insurance if tax subsidies ex...

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Jun 07 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Titans: Trump and Musk's Fallout

Elon Musk and Donald Trump, two of the most powerful figures in their respective fields, have had a dramatic falling out. The conflict between the former president and the tech billionaire has escalated to a public feud. The dispute began over a budget bill, but it has since evolved into a war of words on social media. The feud has raised questions about the influ...

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Jun 02 2025POLITICS

The Battle Over the Budget: What's Next for the U. S. Senate?

The U. S. Senate, led by Republicans, is back from its break to tackle a massive budget plan. This plan is crucial for President Trump's domestic policies. It includes new rules for Medicaid, more money for border control, changes to student loans, and ending tax breaks for renewable energy. The budget plan is facing some resistance. A few Republican senators have c...

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May 31 2025FINANCE

Debt Worries: What's Next for US Bonds?

The US bond market is under scrutiny. A top banker has raised alarms about the growing debt. This debt is putting pressure on the bond market. The market sets borrowing costs for trillions of dollars in debt worldwide. This is a big deal because it affects everyone, not just the US. The US government has been spending more and cutting taxes. This has led to a massiv...

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