Texas Cuts 1.8 Million Individuals From Health Care Program
In Texas, nearly 1.8 million individuals have lost Medicaid health insurance coverage over the last two years, as reported by KFF, a nonprofit organization focused on health policy research. This loss in insurance is part of a broader national trend following the rollback of Medicaid coverage that was initially expanded during the COVID pandemic. A […]
Trump administration requests Supreme Court approval for $783 million in research funding cuts related to DEI.
Trump Administration Appeals to Supreme Court Over Research Funding Cuts On Thursday, the Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to reverse a ruling that prevented the Department of Justice from implementing extensive funding cuts to research initiatives aimed at advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. The proposed reduction amounts to approximately $783 million, aligning with President […]
Trump approves $9 billion budget cuts focused on foreign aid and public broadcasting
Trump Signs $9 Billion Retirement Package President Donald Trump has officially signed a law related to his approximately $9 billion retirement package, which includes cuts to federal aid previously designated for foreign assistance and public broadcasting. This occurred on Thursday. This signature represents yet another legislative achievement for the Trump administration, which only recently celebrated […]
Republican group initiates advertising campaign promoting Trump’s ‘Working Family Tax Cuts’
Republicans Roll Out Major Ad Campaign for Tax Cuts A prominent political group supporting Senate Republicans is kicking off a significant advertising campaign focused on the “Working Family Tax Cuts” included in the recently passed GOP domestic policy package. One Nation, a public policy organization associated with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, commends Senate Republicans […]
Concerned about potential cuts to Social Security? Here are 3 steps to take if you’re already retired.
There’s been chatter for a while about Social Security potentially running out of funds. But, honestly, it’s not as dire as it sounds. Social Security funding mainly comes from payroll taxes, meaning it’s not likely to just vanish overnight. So, as long as workers keep contributing, the program should be able to disburse benefits in […]
Ken Burns calls funding cuts for public media ‘narrow-minded’
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, known for his work with PBS, criticized Congress for cutting $1.1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasting. “I think we’re all in a bit of shock,” he remarked on Friday. “What’s really shortsighted is that these cuts mostly impact rural communities; they’re the ones who will feel it the hardest,” […]
House Republicans greenlight Trump’s budget cuts: ‘On its way to the President for approval’
House Republicans Pass $9 Billion Retirement Package In a recent development, House Republicans have approved a $9 billion retirement package aimed at reversing federal foreign aid spending previously allocated to government-funded outlets, notably NPR and PBS. The vote wrapped up late Thursday night, edging into Friday morning. The package passed narrowly with a 216-213 vote, […]
House Approves Cuts, Granting Trump an Unexpected Victory in Spending
Trump Achieves Long-Sought Victory for Conservatives In a significant move, the House has passed a retirement package that supports the White House, with a close vote of 216-213. This decision involves cutting $9 billion in funds previously allocated by Congress for foreign aid and public broadcasting. Now, it awaits Trump’s signature to become law. The […]
Rural NPR stations are committed to continuing after cuts in federal funding
NPR Stations Face Uncertainty Amid Federal Funding Cuts The leaders of NPR stations in rural America are expressing feelings of sadness and disappointment, yet they remain committed to serving their communities despite the recent cuts in federal funding. The situation stems from a package that Congress has passed, which includes $9 billion in budget reductions […]
List of Republicans who opposed Trump’s funding cuts
Funding Cuts Approved by House Republicans House Republicans have given the go-ahead for the initial set of funding reductions proposed by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), sending a $9 billion package to President Trump for his approval. In a vote on Thursday night, the Lower Chamber approved cuts affecting both federal support for public […]