EconomyCommentary
Sen. Braun to Congress: No Budget? No Pay for You.
The U.S. national debt hit $22 trillion this week for the first time in history. Meanwhile, lawmakers in Congress are ignoring the law and their… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Our National Debt Just Hit $22 Trillion. Will Congress Finally Take It Seriously?
Wow. $22 trillion. Let that huge number sink in. It’s the gross national debt reported Monday by the Treasury Department. The question is, now that… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Congress Spends Without Counting the Full Cost. My Bill Would Change That.
Before legislation passes either the House or the Senate, lawmakers should know how much it costs. That would seem to go without saying. But lawmakers… Read More
EconomyCommentary
This Bill Would Make Private Individuals, Businesses Pay the Price of Government Shutdowns
Over the past 40 years, the federal government has shut down 21 times due to political disagreements over funding. Most of America, including the government… Read More
EconomyNews
Balanced Budget Amendment Proposed as Government Reopens
While federal employees return to work after the historic 35-day partial government shutdown, there is little being said about their employer’s climbing national debt of… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Latest CBO Budget Projections Show Why Congress Must Stop Delaying Spending Reforms
America’s spending addiction is continuing to spiral down an unsustainable path, threatening to hurt economic opportunity and financial security for the most vulnerable Americans, especially… Read More
EconomyCommentary
The Shutdown Shows How Unnecessary Much of Government Is
This government shutdown is now longer than any in history. The media keep using the word “crisis.” “Shutdown sows chaos, confusion and anxiety!” says The… Read More
EconomyNews
Trump’s Shutdown Differs Greatly From Obama’s
Services typically suspended during government shutdowns have continued to operate under the Trump administration, with insiders pointing to acting Office of Management and Budget Director Russell… Read More
EconomyNews
Sen. Steve Daines Introduces Bill Withholding Pay From Congressmen During Government Shutdowns, Others Join
Republican Montana Sen. Steve Daines introduced a bill on the Senate floor Thursday that would withhold the pay of members of Congress during future government… Read More
EconomyNews
Trump Calls for Halt of Funds for California’s Wildfire Recovery
President Donald Trump released a statement on Wednesday via Twitter signaling he would order the Federal Emergency Management Agency to withhold funding for California’s wildfire… Read More
