Senate Rejects Health Bills, Millions Face Rising ACA Costs
The United States Senate has declined to pass two partisan bills aimed at extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a decision that will likely lead to significant increases…
Coast Guard Aircraft Availability Declines, Budget Office Reports
The availability of aircraft within the United States Coast Guard has declined over the past two decades, according to a report from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). While the Coast…
CBO Estimates Up to $14 Billion Economic Loss from Shutdown
The **Congressional Budget Office (CBO)** has projected that the ongoing government shutdown, initiated on **October 1, 2023**, could result in economic losses ranging from **$7 billion to $14 billion**. The…
Democrats Push for Obamacare Subsidy Extensions Amid Shutdown
The ongoing budget impasse in the United States has led to a government shutdown, primarily driven by Democratic leaders’ demand for various policy changes. Among these is their push to…
Trump Exploits Government Shutdown to Propose Major Cuts
The United States government has officially entered a shutdown, raising concerns about mass federal layoffs and significant cuts to social safety-net programs. In the final hours before funding expired, President…
Conservatives Warn Against ObamaCare Compromise as Shutdown Looms
URGENT UPDATE: A government shutdown is imminent, set to begin at midnight on September 30, 2023, as conservatives in Congress warn against compromising on ObamaCare. With Democrats rejecting the GOP-crafted…
Declining Middle Class: A Call for Economic Reform and Equity
The middle class in the United States is experiencing a significant decline, leading to growing concerns about economic inequality and diminished opportunities for future generations. A recent commentary by Lynne…
Global Birth Rates Plunge: Urgent Need for New Family Policies
UPDATE: Countries worldwide are grappling with a significant decline in birth rates, raising alarms about the future workforce and economic stability. New projections from the Congressional Budget Office indicate that…