BUDGET

Feb 06 2025POLITICS

All EYES On Senate: DEMS Protest Vought’s Nomination

Picture the Senate chambers under the spotlight, a whirlwind of political drama, and here is what happened! Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii kicked it off. On a Wednesday afternoon, he stepped up, and in a video he shared, he declared, “We’ll have 35+ Senators from the Democratic side who will vote ag

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

The All-Nighter: Why Democrats Kept Their Chairs Warm.

Democrats decided to have a bit of a sleepover on the Senate floor. They weren't playing games, or telling ghost stories. They were there deliberately to protest a nomination. A dude named Russell Vought. He's up for the Office of Management and Budget. Not exactly a fun title, but it basic

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Pressure mounts on GOP to decide on Trump's big plans

The Republican Party finds itself in hot water over its strategy. What's the best path toward delivering on Trump's top priorities and winning the Senate. The end of the year taxes will require a resolution soon. A divide exists between the House of Representatives and the Senate. To truly

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

Budget and staffing overhaul planned for government service agency

Big changes are coming to the General Services Administration. Leaders are planning to cut spending and reduce staff in a significant way, complex and critical tasks need to be considered. The new plan is to reduce expenses by 50% across all programs and personnel. This means fewer employees, b

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

AI Takes the Helm: Government's New Tech Drive

Imagine this: a former Tesla engineer now leading a major government tech division. Thomas Shedd, has a bold plan. He wants to run the office like a startup, focusing on AI first. Why? He thinks it will make everything run smoother and faster. The move comes at a time when the department is

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Feb 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Motorola Moto G - An Unbeatable Deal at 200 Dollars?

The newly released Moto G is a must-see because it has a strong camera system, great sound quality, and a long-lasting battery. The phone is available for 200 Dollars. The Moto G is one of the best phones in the mid-range smartphone market. It is a great alternative to high-end smartphones,

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Feb 01 2025FINANCE

Modi Government Tries to Boost Economy: 2025 Budget Breakdown

Indians are buzzing about the 2025 budget. The Modi Government presented their annual budget The main aim was to boost economic growth and help the middle class. This year, the budget was full of promises. These promises included an attempt to woo middle-class inc

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

California's Budget: Smoke and Mirrors?

In early March, the governor of California said his state would have a balanced budget of $322 billion for the upcoming year, planning for a $363 million that would keep it balanced. This was said to be balanced, but the budget plan was based around a very thin margin. All

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Small Nations Boost Defense to Five Percent: What Does It Mean?

Lithuania and Estonia, two small Baltic countries, have decided to significantly up their defense spending. They've pledged to allocate five percent of their GDP to defense, starting from 2026. This makes them the highest defense spenders in NATO, passing Poland's current four percent. Why are they

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Jan 30 2025BUSINESS

Will Frontier Airlines Succeed in Merging with Bankrupt Spirit?

Last year, Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy. This time, their former suitor, Frontier Airlines, is trying once again to merge with them. This move comes as budget airlines face tough times. Frontier is offering Spirit a mix of its own debt and stocks. They've been talking to Spirit's board, mana

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