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Misunderstanding Money: The Confusion Over Children's Benefits

March 28, 2025

In March 2025, a significant mix-up occurred regarding financial aid for young children. Barry Kaufmann, a prominent figure in the New York State Alliance for Retired Americans, made a bold statement at a rally. He claimed that loans supposedly given to children aged 11 or younger were actually surv

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The DOGE Dividend Debate: Who Gets Left Out?

March 28, 2025

The DOGE dividend plan, which aims to return a portion of government savings to taxpayers, has sparked a heated debate. The proposal, backed by influential figures, is designed to incentivize reporting waste and encourage trust in the DOGE system. However, it is facing a lot of criticism. The plan

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Tech Titans Take on Washington: The DOGE Effect

March 27, 2025

These days, Silicon Valley isn't just about startups and tech giants. It's also about shaping government policy. The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has become a hotspot for tech entrepreneurs and venture capitalists eager to make their mark on federal spending and operations.

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Data Privacy Concerns: Unchecked Access by Government Efficiency Team

March 26, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency has been quietly embedding staff into federal agencies, gaining access to some of the most sensitive data in the country. This includes information from the Social Security Administration, human resources files, and student loan records. This team, backed by

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The Future of Social Security: A New Leader Faces Scrutiny

March 25, 2025

The Social Security Administration is in the spotlight. The person chosen to lead it is facing tough questions. Frank Bisignano, who has a history in finance, is up for the job. He has been open about his support for DOGE, a group known for pushing for cuts in government services. The Social Securi

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The Unlikely Battle Over Social Security Data

March 21, 2025

A federal judge in Maryland recently put a halt to a controversial team's access to personal Social Security data. The judge's decision came after concerns were raised about the team's methods and the potential risks to privacy. The team, known as the Department of Government Efficiency, had been gr

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Elon Musk's DOGE and Kennedy's Anti-Vaccine Agenda

March 12, 2025

In a recent development, a powerful figure in the White House has given billionaire Elon Musk the green light to make significant changes to federal health agencies. This move has sparked controversy and concern among some cabinet members. Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been

technology

Big Data, Big Power: The DOGE and AI Connection

March 10, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has gained access to sensitive federal databases, including those from the IRS and Social Security Administration. This access raises concerns about cybersecurity and privacy. But there's another worry: using this data to train AI systems for private

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Elon Musk's Budget Cut Adventure: A New Tool in Town

March 6, 2025

Elon Musk, the billionaire known for his ambitious ventures, found himself on Capitol Hill, learning about a new trick up the sleeve of politicians. This tool is called budget rescissions. It's a way to make budget cuts official and permanent. Musk joined a group of Republican senators for lunch. Th

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Antarctica's Research in Jeopardy: The DOGE Disruption

March 5, 2025

Imagine a place so remote and cold that it's hard to believe anyone could live there. That's Antarctica, where the United States has three permanent research stations. These stations are like small cities built on volcanic hills, polar plateaus, and icy peninsulas. They're not easy to get to or main