Taxpayers are responsible for $163 billion in project overruns, including disputed federal renovations, according to a Senate report.
Taxpayer Burden from Infrastructure Overruns Taxpayers are facing a staggering $162.9 billion in costs tied to overages from various infrastructure projects, contentious renovations at the Federal Reserve, an upgrade for the Air Force, among other expenditures connected to “Bundoguru.” Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) revealed that at least one project is lagging by 19 years, and […]
US postal service marks 250 years while facing massive financial losses — will taxpayers pay the price?
USPS Marks 250th Anniversary Amid Financial Struggles The US Postal Service (USPS) is celebrating its 250th anniversary on July 26. However, as this significant milestone approaches, the service finds itself grappling with serious financial issues, projecting potential losses of $7 billion in 2025. Historically, the Second Continental Congress appointed Benjamin Franklin as the first postmaster […]
New York City animal shelters facing challenges receive an additional $1M from taxpayers
The city is allocating an extra $1 million to the overloaded animal shelter system to bring on board and train 14 new employees, as announced by City Hall on Friday. New York City’s Animal Care Center, a nonprofit that has a $1.4 billion contract to run the city’s animal shelters for 34 years, recently stated […]
Why cutting funding for public broadcasting is a significant benefit for American taxpayers
Conservatives Achieve Funding Cuts for NPR and PBS For the first time in a long while, conservatives have successfully removed over $1 billion in taxpayer funding from NPR and PBS. This move, part of President Trump’s withdrawal package, was approved by the Senate, marking a significant shift that challenges Washington elites to reconsider their funding […]
CBO Believes Fannie and Freddie Receivership is Most Beneficial for Taxpayers
CBO Report: Recipients as the Best Path to Finish Fannie-Freddie Relief The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released a report outlining how to assess budget plans aimed at ending government oversight of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. While the report adopts a nonpartisan tone, its implications are clear: the best choice for taxpayers is to […]
As Blue States Invest Millions in Abortion Funds, California Keeps Taxpayers in the Dark About Beneficiaries
As financial resources continue to be directed from Blue States towards abortion advocacy, a Democratic lawmaker in California has crafted measures to keep taxpayers in the dark about where their money is going. California’s $20 Million Abortion Practice Support Fund (APSF), put into place shortly after the reversal of Roe v. Wade, seems to have […]
Cutting Staff and Restructuring at the EPA Will Save Taxpayers $750 Million
EPA Announces Major Restructuring Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator Lee Zeldin revealed on Friday that the agency plans to cut $750 million in taxpayer spending through staff reductions and a restructuring process. This effort aims to better position the agency as part of what Zeldin calls the “great American comeback.” “With President Trump’s leadership, the […]
Wealthy taxpayers in California and New York to benefit from SALT changes in 2016
Republicans are framing a new tax law as a win for middle-income Americans. Yet, the most substantial tax benefits seem to be going to wealthier individuals, especially in high-tax states like California and New York. This shift occurs because the law raises the amount allowed for state and local tax deductions, commonly referred to as […]
Taxpayers Should Not Provide NPR Any More Money
Cutting Spending in Washington Talk is cheap when it comes to reducing government spending. Americans are fed up with tax money being wasted, and there seems to be nothing more permanent in Washington than excessive spending and waste. This week is significant at Capitol Hill, as the Senate collaborates with President Trump on a retirement […]
Oregon encourages 150,000 taxpayers who haven’t submitted their 2024 returns to do so now.
Oregon Tax Return Reminder The Oregon Department of Revenue is urging individuals who haven’t yet filed their 2024 tax returns, even those who received a six-month extension, to submit their returns as soon as possible. While taxes were originally due on April 15, the midpoint for those granted an extension is Tuesday, July 15. The […]