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California high-speed rail inappropriately covered costs for consultants’ travel, according to an audit.

California high-speed rail inappropriately covered costs for consultants' travel, according to an audit.

The high-speed rail project in California, already under scrutiny, recently made headlines for spending over $680,000 on questionable travel expenses associated with consultants. These expenses included expensive plane tickets and rideshare trips to locations like gyms, nightclubs, and even an “escape room,” according to a troubling new audit. This report, issued by the inspector general […]

Mayor of Boston highlights significant graduation rates after eliminating ‘F’ grades and hiring equity consultants at $120K

Mayor of Boston highlights significant graduation rates after eliminating 'F' grades and hiring equity consultants at $120K

Boston’s Graduation Rates Rise Amid Controversial Policies Boston has recently reported a historic achievement, with the graduation rate for its public schools reaching 81.3%. This marks a slight increase from the previous high of 81%, drawing both celebration and skepticism from various observers. Mayor Michelle Wu attributed this increase to policy changes focused on making […]

David Hogg’s PAC invests millions in consultants, but only a small amount in candidates.

David Hogg's PAC invests millions in consultants, but only a small amount in candidates.

Despite promises to invest $20 million in younger, progressive candidates, the PAC led by Democratic activist David Hogg has reportedly spent millions on political consultants, advertising, and even fitness classes. In the first eight months of 2025, the PAC allocated only $455,000 to support three candidates in a challenging Democratic primary, according to a recent […]

David Hogg’s PAC spent $2.5 million on consultants and fitness classes while the candidates it supported lost significantly.

David Hogg's PAC spent $2.5 million on consultants and fitness classes while the candidates it supported lost significantly.

Hogg’s PAC Faces Criticism Over Spending In Washington, left-wing activist David Hogg’s political action committee (PAC) has faced scrutiny for its spending practices. Initially promising to invest up to $20 million in supporting younger, progressive Democratic candidates, the PAC has funneled significant sums into political consulting, digital advertisements, and even personal fitness classes. So far, […]

School districts engage consultants to attract students during enrollment decline.

School districts engage consultants to attract students during enrollment decline.

According to a recent report, school districts facing declines in student registrations are hiring consultants to help recruit students. Cities like Orlando, Newark, and Memphis are examples where these consultants are actively trying to convince parents to enroll their children in local public schools. Brian J. Stevens, a political consultant in Memphis, is one of […]

‘A Bunch’ of Harris’ Old Positions Were Just Her Saying what Consultants Told Her to

During Thursday's “CNN Newsnight” broadcast, CNN senior political commentator and former adviser to President Obama David Axelrod said that Vice President Kamala Harris, the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee, took a number of positions during the last presidential election that “didn't really reflect what I was comfortable with and didn't seem to connect with the words […]