California resorting to shipping oil from the Bahamas through unusual loophole
California is ramping up its gasoline imports via the Bahamas, a strategy that sidesteps a long-standing U.S. shipping law from 1920. This law requires domestic fuel to be transported using U.S.-built vessels, which can be quite costly. In November, over 40% of the gasoline imported into California passed through Caribbean ports. At that time, drivers […]
Medicaid Shuts Down Tax Loophole, Saving Billions for Taxpayers
President Donald Trump’s administration is taking steps to close a longstanding loophole in Medicaid funding that officials argue shifts significant costs from states to federal taxpayers. Why is it Important This week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a rule intended to eliminate what it refers to as a “funding gimmick” in […]
Rep. Babin References Peter Schweizer’s ‘The Invisible Coup’ to Support Ending Birthright Citizenship Loophole
Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX) recently pointed out a new investigation by Peter Schweitzer, a senior contributor at Breitbart News. The work, titled *The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon*, backs his proposal to address what he sees as a loophole in birthright citizenship for undocumented immigrants. In Schweitzer’s […]
FCC Takes Steps to Close Smartphone Unlocking Loophole Used by Criminal Groups
FCC Takes Steps to Tackle Smartphone Theft This week, the FCC made a decisive move to close gaps in regulations that have allowed criminals to profit from stolen smartphones, which has been a growing issue fueling retail theft and organized crime networks involved in device trafficking. In a statement, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr expressed that […]
Conservative Group Encourages Trump Administration to Address Loophole That Lets Blue States Finance Child Sex Changes
Conservative Groups Push for Closure of Loophole in Funding for Minors’ Sex Denial Procedures A coalition of conservative organizations is urging the Trump administration to address a loophole that permits blue states to finance sex denial procedures for minors. The group Defend Forgotten America expressed support for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) […]
Hidden danger to rural development in the GENIUS Act loophole: commentary
Guest Opinion My career has revolved around representing rural Alabama, and I’ve seen what makes small towns thrive. It often boils down to strong family connections, hard work, and having the right tools and support. For many in my district, that support comes from community banks. Community banks are not just places to store money; […]
Republicans claim California is exploiting a loophole to secure federal money for immigrant healthcare.
Democrats are pushing to eliminate a key provision of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) as part of the ongoing discussions to keep the government running. They argue that Republicans are accusing California of using “loopholes” to reroute federal funds to support healthcare for undocumented immigrants. In a memo released by the White House […]
Trump Officials Reduce Asylum Loophole by 65 Percent
President Trump’s administration has successfully decreased the asylum loophole at the border established during President Biden’s tenure by 65%. New judges and regulations have also been implemented to address fraudulent asylum claims. One immigration judge expressed concern, saying, “It’s quite tough to see your professional life, built over 45 years, diminished in just six months,” […]
Trump Puts a Stop to ‘Catastrophic’ Loophole Said to Be Shifting Drugs and Hurting American Workers
Tax Exemptions on Low-Value Packages Ended by Trump Administration The Trump administration has put an end to longstanding tax exemptions for low-value packages. Officials state that this decision will help create jobs, boost incomes, and even save lives. Beginning early Friday, the tariff exemption for packages valued under $800, known as the “minimum” rule, will […]
Republicans attempt to address the ‘hemp loophole’ amid McConnell-Rand Paul conflict
Republicans are aiming to address the “hemp loophole,” which they argue has contributed to the proliferation of intoxicating products, yet they seem divided on how to tackle the issue. In Kentucky, Senators Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul found themselves at odds over how to handle the proposal before their summer break, leading to the removal […]