Trump administration stops taxpayer support for political activities by students on campuses
Changes to Federal Guidance on University Political Activities Recently, the Trump administration imposed new restrictions that affect student political activities at universities, a move seen as part of the broader Biden-era policy changes. The Education Department has issued updated guidance stressing that federal funds should be directed toward programs offering real-world work experiences, rather than […]
UCLA used a significant amount of taxpayer money on DEI and has professors who equated Israel with Nazis, according to a watchdog.
The Trump administration is pressuring the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to pay $1 billion to settle discrimination allegations. Meanwhile, a new report has drawn attention to a professor who made comparisons between Israeli rhetoric and that of the Nazis, criticizing the Zionist movement as an embodiment of white supremacy. In addition, UCLA has […]
Ohio’s pension challenges: Poor management, benefits, and the looming taxpayer responsibility
If you’re among those celebrating cuts in federal spending, there’s a rising concern: new taxpayers may soon emerge, not from Washington, but from your own state capital. The ongoing $1.3 trillion pension crisis is increasingly burdening American taxpayers, and practical solutions seem to be ignored. The likely result? You might feel the impact of federal […]
Education officials in NYC spent $745K of taxpayer money at one restaurant over the past year.
In the last year, education authorities in New York City have allocated $745,000 to a Caribbean restaurant located in Brooklyn. A significant portion—around $618,000—of this amount was generated from a middle school order directed to Fusion East, a restaurant situated in East New York that aims to support minority and women-owned businesses, according to official […]
VA Plans to Eliminate Biden Administration Policy Requiring Taxpayer Funding for Abortions
VA Proposes to Reverse Abortion Policies The Veterans Affairs Bureau (VA) is looking to end the current policy under the Biden administration that allows for publicly funded abortion services and counseling in government healthcare settings. This new proposal, submitted on Monday, aims to reinstate a policy from 1999, which excluded abortion and related counseling from […]
NYC school secretary confesses to stealing $145K in taxpayer money, escapes prison time
Staten Island School Purchasing Secretary Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement This week, the purchasing secretary admitted guilt in a case involving a contract that siphoned off more than $145,000 from a Staten Island public school over a span of seven years, although full reparations will be required. Michele Cenci, who had complete control over the checkbook […]
Large Contractor Continues To Receive Taxpayer Money Despite Trump’s Promise To Curb Corrupt Agreements
Booz Allen Hamilton, a major government contractor, continues to rake in billions from taxpayer funds, despite the federal administration’s promise to tackle inefficiencies in federal contracts. Since the Trump administration’s arrival, there has been a commitment to address waste in government dealings, which has led to speculation about the potential decline of the consulting sector. […]
Massachusetts Attorney General Used Almost $300,000 of Taxpayer Funds for Travel
Massachusetts Attorney General’s Travel Expenses Under Scrutiny Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell has reportedly utilized taxpayer funds for extensive travel during the last fiscal year. Documents indicate that Campbell spent nearly $300,000 using taxpayer-funded credit cards, including trips to France and the Caribbean, as highlighted in an analysis by The Boston Herald. Campbell’s travels included […]
EPA Reduces Staff and Restructures to Save Taxpayer Money
EPA Announces Staff Cuts and Reorganization Plans The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed on Friday that it will be reducing its workforce significantly. This move is expected to save nearly $750 million out of a projected $1 billion budget. The cuts will primarily impact the Office of Research and Development (ORD) and involve restructuring within […]
Trump administration terminates policy allowing taxpayer funds to indirectly support abortions.
The Trump administration recently retracted a legal interpretation from the Biden administration, permitting taxpayers to cover costs for services that assist with abortions, including transportation expenses. This policy primarily aimed to support unaccompanied minority immigrants seeking abortions. Following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, the Department of Health and Human Services […]