The contentious ‘triple lock’ policy, designed to safeguard state pensions, faces growing scrutiny as its long-term financial implications suggest an unsustainable trajectory, potentially pushing the retirement age to an unprecedented 74 years old. This politically popular guarantee, ensuring annual pension increases by the highest of inflation, average earnings, or 2.5%, […]
Tag: Government spending
US Halting Some Weapons Shipments To Ukraine As Own Military Stockpiles Plummet
The White House has confirmed a significant recalibration in its foreign policy approach, announcing a cessation of certain weapon shipments to global partners. This pivotal decision, articulated by a White House spokesperson, follows a comprehensive Defense Department review that underscored the imperative of prioritizing America’s national interests and addressing concerns […]
Chuck Schumer Makes Incredibly Petty Move, Trump Loses ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Title
In a move that underscores the persistent and often subtle battle for narrative control within Washington, D.C., Senate Democrats, led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, have reportedly altered the official designation of a legislative bill, specifically targeting a phrase frequently associated with former President Donald Trump. This seemingly minor bureaucratic […]
The D Brief: DOD budget developments; Trump touts Everglades detention center; Lancet: USAID cuts could cost 14M lives by 2030; And a bit more.
This edition of ‘The D Brief’ consolidates crucial updates across various governmental and global sectors, highlighting significant policy developments that underscore the profound impact of current decisions on national defense, domestic governance, and international humanitarian efforts. A primary focus remains on the latest advancements concerning the Department of Defense (DOD) […]
Editorial: Lawmakers not only punctual, but open as well
In a surprising and commendably efficient turn of events, the state Legislature, a body often characterized by the glacial pace of its financial deliberations, has remarkably defied expectations by agreeing on a comprehensive fiscal year spending plan ahead of schedule. This unprecedented demonstration of punctuality marks a significant departure from […]
Ron Paul: A Big Beautiful Bill for the military-industrial complex
In a powerful and persistent critique, former Congressman Ron Paul has consistently spotlighted what he terms a “Big Beautiful Bill” for the military-industrial complex, contending that America’s expansive global footprint directly undermines its domestic strength and constitutional integrity. Paul’s central thesis posits that a fundamental return to a noninterventionist foreign […]