U.S. global leadership in jeopardy as Congress weighs reductions in security funding
From the days of President Reagan’s Cold War strategies to Donald Trump’s focus on Iran’s nuclear ambitions, one fact stands clear: the presence of the U.S. generally leads to a safer world and increased strength for America. Having worked on counter-terrorism initiatives and national intelligence strategies in Congress, I can say with certainty that withdrawing […]
How you are funding the AMA to promote progressive politics
AMA’s Political Influence and Financial Power The American Medical Association (AMA) claims to exist “to promote the improvement of medical arts and science, and public health.” However, it has evolved into a significant political force, heavily funded by controlling the monopolistic government medical billing codes. Every year, the AMA generates hundreds of millions from royalties […]
Vance casts deciding votes to advance $9.4B spending cut plan that would eliminate funding for PBS and NPR in the Senate
Vance Casts Tie-Breaking Votes for Retirement Package in Senate On Tuesday, Vice President JD Vance stepped in with two tie-breaking votes in the Senate, pushing forward a $9.4 billion retirement package that includes federal funding for PBS and NPR. The Senate was in a deadlock at 50-50 on two procedural votes which were essential to […]
Legislation to restore public media and foreign aid funding passes crucial Senate vote with Vance casting the deciding vote
Senate Republicans Clear Path for Funding Cuts On Tuesday, Senate Republicans managed to navigate crucial procedural steps aimed at reclaiming billions that Congress had previously allocated for foreign aid and public broadcasting. The Vice President had to cast the tie-breaking vote after three members—Lisa Murkowski from Alaska, Susan Collins from Maine, and Mitch McConnell from […]
The attack on public media funding by Trump poses risks to safety and democracy.
Threat to Public Media Funding Public media faces a significant threat as Republican lawmakers are advocating for plans that could strip over $1 billion in funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. This move could devastate local bureaus, particularly in rural areas of the country. What’s happening? The Senate is on the verge of voting […]
Senate gets ready to vote on Trump’s proposal to cut $9.4B in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding.
Senate Republicans Push for Cuts in Foreign Aid Senate Republicans are urging President Donald Trump to implement a significant reduction of $9.4 billion to foreign aid programs and public broadcasting initiatives perceived as left-leaning. The proposed retirement package, initially put forth by the White House in June, aims to slash nearly $10 billion from previously […]
Rounds, the GOP holdout, states he will support Trump’s funding cuts plan
A senator from South Dakota announced support for a plan that involves more than $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting, following discussions with the Trump administration. On Tuesday, the senator revealed that he collaborated with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to reallocate some funds initially designated under the Biden […]
Senate Republicans split on Trump’s multibillion-dollar rollback of ‘woke’ program funding
Senate Republicans Push for Trump’s Clawback Package Amid Internal Objections Senate Republicans are gearing up to move forward with a substantial clawback package proposed by President Donald Trump, but internal dissent within the party could complicate the process. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is planning to advance Trump’s $9.4 billion retirement package. However, various factions […]
Rep. Andy Barr Aims to Cut Funding for Schools That Disregard Trump’s Order on Women’s Sports
New Legislation on Women’s Sports Funding Rep. Andy Barr from Kentucky, a Republican, has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at mandating schools and universities to “ensure biological equity” in women’s sports as a prerequisite for receiving federal funding. The proposed legislation, known as “The Defend Girls Athletics Act,” seeks to align primary and secondary […]
NEA president describes Trump’s plan to reduce funding for the Education Department as ‘unlawful’
NEA Criticizes Supreme Court Ruling on Education Department Cuts The president of the National Education Association, which is the largest teachers’ union in the country, expressed strong disapproval of the Supreme Court’s recent decision regarding the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Education. She stated, “Anyone who cares about American students and public […]