The House has given final approval to President Donald Trump's proposal to cut approximately $9 billion in funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid. This marks the first successful rescissions request by a president to Congress in several decades. Reports indicate that the White House has suggested that this may not be the last of such requests. The House passed the … [Read more...] about House Greenlights Trump’s $9B Slash to PBS and Foreign Aid
Budget Cuts
$9B DOGE Cuts Pass Senate, Sparks Fly as the Bill Returns to House
The United States Senate has approved a controversial package of budget cuts proposed by President Donald Trump. The legislation, which was passed by a narrow margin of 51 to 48, would reduce federal spending by approximately $9 billion. The majority of these cuts target foreign aid programs, particularly those addressing global health crises, conflict zones, and natural … [Read more...] about $9B DOGE Cuts Pass Senate, Sparks Fly as the Bill Returns to House
Hegseth Directs Pentagon Leaders to Prepare for Deep Budget Cuts
The Washington Post reported that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had ordered senior military officials to cut 8% of the budget of the Department for each year over the next five years. Hegseth, according to a memo that was obtained by the outlet ordered the identification of the proposed cuts by February 24. The memo includes a list that lists 17 areas the Trump … [Read more...] about Hegseth Directs Pentagon Leaders to Prepare for Deep Budget Cuts
WHO Plans Budget Cut Post-US Exit, Stands by Its Work
A document released on Sunday showed that member states of the World Health Organization will consider cutting $400 million from their budget in response to President Trump's decision to withdraw the United States as its largest government funder. Tedros Adhanom Gebreyesus, WHO director-general, opened the annual meeting of the executive board. He defended the work of the … [Read more...] about WHO Plans Budget Cut Post-US Exit, Stands by Its Work
ICE Halts Expensive Programs for Undocumented Immigrants Citing Budget Issues
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has terminated two programs that provide social services to illegal aliens. The agency cited unsustainable costs and a misalignment of the mission. Wraparound Stabilization Service was one of the discontinued programs. It offered psychosocial and behavioral support to migrants. ICE stated that the program was ineffective, as it … [Read more...] about ICE Halts Expensive Programs for Undocumented Immigrants Citing Budget Issues