DHS Engages Debt Collection Firms to Recover Federal Penalties from Undocumented Immigrants
Government’s Use of Debt Collectors for Immigrant Fines Government officials are reportedly employing debt collection agencies to levy significant fines on immigrants who fail to comply with judges’ departure orders from the United States. Since January 2025, the Department of Homeland Security has assessed at least $36 billion in fines against around 65,000 immigrants. It’s […]
National debt in the US exceeds GDP for the first time since World War II era
U.S. National Debt Exceeds GDP for First Time Since WWII The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the economy, a significant milestone not seen since World War II. According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, as of March 31, the total amount of government debt held by the […]
The nation’s debt has reached a troubling point after years of reckless spending by politicians.
U.S. National Debt Surpasses Economic Output As of March 31, the U.S. national debt has outstripped the total economic output of the nation, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The public debt has reached $31.265 trillion, matching the gross domestic product (GDP), which stands at $31.215 trillion. This results in a debt-to-GDP […]
Mark Sanford ends congressional campaign to start a national debt nonprofit
Mark Sanford, former Governor of South Carolina and a Republican congressman, has decided to end his campaign to reclaim his old House seat—just a month after he announced his candidacy. Instead, he intends to create a non-profit organization aimed at addressing the U.S. national debt. The 65-year-old politician revealed his choice to the Associated Press, […]
Parent company of QVC and HSN seeks bankruptcy protection and aims for quick debt restructuring
The QVC Group, which operates well-known shopping channels such as QVC and HSN, has initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. In a press release, the company stated that it is seeking a Reorganization Support Agreement (RSA) to significantly reduce its debt from $6.6 billion to […]
GOP Rep. Ralph Norman, who cautioned months ago about the national debt, explains the expenses of the Iran war.
Rep. Ralph Norman Defends Military Spending Amid Debt Concerns Rep. Ralph Norman, a Republican from South Carolina, has expressed his views on the recent spending for operations in Iran, asserting that national security is more important than financial worries. In a brief interaction with journalists, he acknowledged his concerns about the national debt but distinguished […]
Covering funeral costs would push over half of Americans into debt: study
Financial Strain of Funeral Costs in America Funerals are, unfortunately, one of those unavoidable expenses we all face. A recent survey reveals that more than half of Americans acknowledge they would need to borrow money for a burial. Specifically, about 58% of American adults expressed they’d have to take out loans or use credit cards […]
Kristi and Bryon Noem incurred approximately $3 million in debt prior to the husband’s spending on cross-dressing model items.
Kristi Noem and her husband Bryon, who has engaged in cross-dressing, reportedly had significant debts amounting to millions, which coincided with a lavish spending binge on controversial online models, according to financial disclosures. The couple’s federal financial disclosure forms indicated they had between $2.6 million and $3.25 million in debt, much of which dates back […]
Withdrawing from 401(k) to settle IRS debt: fees, taxes, and dangers
Receiving an unexpected tax bill can quickly send anyone into a panic, no matter their financial situation. It’s natural to want to fix financial issues quickly, which is why many turn to their 401(k)s or IRAs as potential lifelines. They often reach out to tax relief companies like TaxRise, desperate to access funds just to […]
Republican candidate proposes a student debt relief plan that does not follow Biden’s forgiveness approach
Republican Candidate Proposes New Solutions to Student Loan Debt Michael Carbonara, a Republican contender from Florida, aims to challenge long-serving Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz. He is bringing forth proposals to tackle the significant student loan debt crisis in the U.S., and he’s determined to do so without shifting the financial burden onto taxpayers. In […]