Cost to taxpayers for Obama presidential center reaches hundreds of millions
Taxpayer Burden from Obama’s Presidential Center Former President Barack Obama envisioned his Presidential Center as a “gift” to Chicago. However, taxpayers are facing significant hidden costs tied to the project, running into hundreds of millions of dollars. As reported in an investigation, the soaring public infrastructure expenses necessary for the center are becoming a heavy […]
Vermont taxpayers spent $8 million on electric buses that are not suitable for cold weather.
Another Lesson Learned in Vermont’s Winter Here we go again. A valuable lesson emerges about the clash of political ambition and engineering realities, this time in Burlington, Vermont, during winter. While electric buses may function well in milder climates, the expectation that they can fully replace diesel buses in northern states during long, cold winters […]
Oversight agency identifies over $900 million in unspent COVID relief funds, calls for prompt refund to taxpayers
Unused COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Raise Fraud Concerns WASHINGTON – Almost $1 billion in unemployment benefits linked to COVID-19 remains unclaimed, raising alarm about potential fraud, according to a warning from the Labor Department’s internal watchdog. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) revealed that around $720 million in unemployment funds is currently stored on prepaid debit […]
Taxpayers should not be LA County’s safety net
In times of financial strain, governments often turn to taxpayers for support. This is precisely what the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is doing by proposing a half-cent increase in the sales tax for the June ballot. I opposed this move, as it seems unjust to offset federal funding cuts at the cost of […]
Two Admit Guilt in Scheme to Defraud Minnesota Taxpayers with Unique Approach
Pleas of Guilty in AI Fraud Case Two men from Pennsylvania entered guilty pleas on Tuesday for their involvement in a scheme that exploited artificial intelligence (AI) to defraud Minnesota’s Housing Stability Services program, as announced by the Department of Justice (DOJ). Anthony Waddell Jefferson, aged 37, and Lester Brown, 53, reportedly made numerous trips […]
One-third of Arizona taxpayers may need to resubmit state taxes if lawmakers do not implement a solution.
Tax Season Challenges in Arizona PHOENIX — As individuals gear up for tax season, an unexpected issue has emerged. Arizona’s tax forms contain provisions that aren’t actually reflected in state law. The forms feature tax cuts stemming from President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, along with other provisions directed by Governor Katie Hobbs […]
Impersonation scams targeting 2026 taxpayers increase during tax season
Tax season often brings its own set of stresses, and it seems that 2026 might make things even trickier. With major changes to tax filing systems, particularly the end of government-run free filing options, many taxpayers are left unsure about what’s legal. This kind of uncertainty can unintentionally create opportunities for scammers, who are quick […]
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 […]
IRS has to refund certain taxpayers for penalty tax relief during the pandemic, audit reveals
The IRS has some refunds owed to taxpayers who were mistakenly left out of relief programs introduced during the pandemic, according to a recent audit by a watchdog group. Over 2,100 tax returns were amended after the auditors found these individuals were eligible for around $463,000. The findings come from a report released by the […]
IRS inspector warns that some taxpayers may face increased difficulties in the 2026 filing season
IRS Prepares for 2026 Tax Season Amid Challenges As the tax season kicks off and the IRS gears up to handle millions of returns, its internal watchdog is raising concerns that some taxpayers might face issues in 2026. Erin Collins, a tax advocate, mentioned in a recent report that while the 2025 filing season was […]