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Idaho's Lawmakers Face a Self-Made Mess

January 12, 2026

Idaho's lawmakers are in a tough spot. They are dealing with a big budget problem. But this time, it's not because of the economy. It's because of their own choices. They cut taxes a lot. This was done even when the governor thought it might not be a good idea. Now, the state is short on money. The

politics

France's Pension Pause: A Political Balancing Act

November 13, 2025

In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime

finance

Czech Budget Woes: What's Next After the Election?

October 7, 2025

The recent election in Czechia has stirred up some financial concerns. Andrej Babis, leader of the victorious ANO party, has hinted that the country's budget deficit might be larger than expected. He pointed out that around 60 billion Czech crowns are missing for planned projects, like road construc

education

Chicago's Education Battle: Money, Politics, and the Fight for Schools

June 24, 2025

Chicago is in a tough spot when it comes to schools. The city's teachers' union leader, Stacy Davis Gates, recently spoke out against Trump's policies. She said they're hurting public education. The union just got a big contract worth $1. 5 billion over four years. But the school district is facing

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The Bill That Could Leave Millions Without Health Coverage

June 4, 2025

A significant bill is moving through Congress. It aims to cut taxes by $3. 75 trillion. However, it could increase the deficit by $2. 4 trillion over the next ten years. This is according to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The CBO is a nonpartisan group that analyzes the budget. The bill cou

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Why is California's Health Care for Immigrants in Jeopardy?

May 18, 2025

The debate over healthcare for undocumented immigrants in California is heating up. Former Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has publicly opposed Governor Gavin Newsom's plan to limit free health insurance for immigrants without legal status. This proposal comes as California faces a significant budge

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The Republican's Medicaid Muddle

May 8, 2025

The Republican Party is in a pickle. They're trying to push through a big bill, but they can't agree on how to handle Medicaid. Some Republicans are worried about cutting Medicaid too much, while others want to slash spending to reduce the deficit. It's a tough spot for Speaker Mike Johnson, who's t

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The GOP's Plan to Permanently Lock In Trump's Tax Cuts

April 6, 2025

The political landscape is shifting, and with it, the approach to tax cuts. In the past, Republican tax cuts were often temporary. This was due to strict budget rules in Washington that limited how much could be added to the federal deficit. The strategy was to implement tax cuts and hope that Democ

crime

Dallas Police: Can We Really Add 325 New Cops This Year?

February 20, 2025

The Dallas Police Department is facing a big challenge. They need more officers, but adding too many at once could cause problems. The department wants to hire 300 new cops by the end of this year, not 325. Why? Because hiring more than 300 would mean taking 40 officers off the streets to train the

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Warwick Mayor Proposes School Finance Oversight Panel

January 23, 2025

Warwick Mayor Frank J. Picozzi has proposed the creation of a five-member budget commission to manage the city's school district finances. This move comes in response to a recently revealed $9 million deficit. Picozzi, who was just re-elected for a four-year term, wants to appoint three members with