Main GOP opponent of Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ demands larger reductions in Medicaid and ‘Green New Deal’ funding
WASHINGTON – The proposed legislation, described by its supporters as a “large and beautiful bill,” includes tax cuts, border security measures, defense spending, and adjustments related to green energy. It also calls for deeper spending cuts to address the national debt. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), among several Republicans who opposed the bill in the House […]
Federal judge prolongs halt on HHS ending billions in public health funding
A federal judge has placed a long-term hold on the Trump administration’s attempt to retract over $11 billion in public health funding designated for state and local health departments. This ruling, issued by U.S. District Court Judge Mary McElroy in Rhode Island, extends a previous temporary restraining order implemented in April, which prevents the administration […]
Judge prolongs suspension of public health funding reductions
Healthcare News Recent federal court rulings have expanded blocks affecting public health funding, specifically related to grants established under the COVID-19 response efforts. A federal judge from Rhode Island has ruled that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must indefinitely halt the cancellation of nearly $11 billion in public health grants earmarked for […]
Senators from Utah and Arizona unite for support of water infrastructure funding
Mark Kelly, a Democrat from Arizona, and John Curtis, a Republican from Utah, are collaborating on a bipartisan effort to enhance water infrastructure in the western United States. This week, the senator put forth a bill named the Restoration of the WiFIA eligibility law, aiming to access federal funding specifically for western water infrastructure projects. […]
Trump Takes Appropriate Action Against Foreign Funding at Universities
Foreign Funding and American Universities President Trump and his administration are taking steps to address foreign funding for universities, which I think is a necessary move. For a long time, foreign influences have been at play in our higher education system, and it seems they’ve been doing so without much scrutiny. A recent report from […]
Experts say ‘grit’ won’t replace the need for improved mental health funding for students in England
Concerns Over “Grit” Initiative in Schools School leaders and experts caution that the government’s push to foster “grit” in students cannot substitute for enhanced mental health support in English schools. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson and Health Secretary Wes Street emphasized the role of More Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in preventing crises and nurturing resilience […]
Congress should cut funding for Planned Parenthood
As a mother of three, including my son Cole, who has Down syndrome, I’ve found joy and responsibility in nurturing life. I spent two decades as a lawmaker in eastern Washington, where my experiences shaped my perspective on what it means to truly support life. When Cole was born, the doctor suggested his condition might […]
Chair of the Arts Council England warns that the sector is at a crucial turning point due to funding concerns.
UK Arts and Culture Centres Face Critical Challenges Arts and Culture Centres throughout the UK are reaching a critical juncture, with many potentially facing closures or operating under significant restrictions without continued public funding. This concern was raised by the chair of the Arts Council ahead of upcoming government spending reviews next month. Sir Nicholas […]
L.A. Has Only Issued 8 Building Permits Since the Fire Because of Insufficient Federal Funding from Trump
On a recent episode of News Nation’s “Hill,” Rep. Sydney Kamlager Dove (D-CA) criticized the few building permits granted for recovery efforts following the Los Angeles fire, suggesting that a lack of federal funding stems from a government that seems unsupportive of California. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass responded by stating, “We’re working as quickly […]
Newsom Is Reducing Medicaid for Undocumented Immigrants Because the Federal Government Is Cutting Funding
During a segment on News Nation’s “Hill,” Rep. Sydney Kamlager Dove (D-CA) discussed California Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposal regarding undocumented immigrants in the state’s Medicaid program. “The plan involves halting registrations for those who are undocumented within Medicaid. Essentially, moving forward, these individuals might have to pay $100 a month starting in January,” she explained. […]