With the current cattle herd at a 75-year low, the USDA is taking action to support and grow U.S. ranching operations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently…
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House Passes Continuing Resolution on Stopgap Government Funding
The government will be funded through December 11. The House of Representatives passed the continuing resolution on Tuesday which was approved in the Senate before they took August…
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Administration Responds to National Debt Hitting $40 Trillion
Treasury Secretary Bessent said that U.S. economic growth needs to outpace the debt. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the way out of the national debt, which passed…
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Retirement in a Changed Economy
As Americans move between employers, work part-time or multiple jobs, freelance, or step into non-paying caregiving roles, an important question has emerged: Has the retirement system kept pace?
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USDA Announces 2026 Agricultural Textile Trust Fund Payments
The two annual funds provide federal support to manufacturers in the fabric and clothing industry. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced payments allotted under the 2026 Pima…
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Institutional Stability and Public Trust
Stable institutions provide predictability, but public trust is at an all-time low. What does the government need to do to restore American’s trust in federal institutions?
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The Cost of War: Who Pays and Who Decides?
The total cost of war extends well beyond immediate operations. Long-term obligations frequently include veterans’ health care, disability compensation, education benefits, and ongoing military readiness adjustments. How do we balance readiness with accountability?
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National Debt and Long-term Implications
Is the United States growing debt heading towards insolvency? That’s the point where debt and interest unsustainably skyrocket beyond control and outpace long-term economic growth.
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Anti-Fraud Task Force Uncovers Billions in Potentially Fraudulent Government Contracts
Letters have been sent to hundreds of businesses with 30-day deadlines for evidence of legitimacy. Vice President JD Vance is heading the administration’s anti-fraud task force, which recently…
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The Expanding Purpose of National Defense
The Constitution assigns the federal government responsibility for providing national defense. Once focused primarily on territorial protection and conventional warfare, today national defense includes deterring conflict, protecting infrastructure, supporting allies, and responding to emerging risks that extend beyond traditional battlefields. How is the national defense adapting to a changing world?
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