What is the debt limit and why does it matter? The debt limit is the total amount of money that the US government is authorized to borrow from the treasury to meet its existing legal obligations, such as military salaries, interests on the national debt, tax refunds, and Social Security and Medicare benefits. As ofContinue reading “US hits the debt ceiling: What it is and what will happen if it isn’t raised”
Category Archives: Federal Government
Andrew Callaghan’s Documentary Release on ‘This Place Rules’
Andrew Callaghan’s start to fame was a Youtube channel, ‘No Gas No Breaks‘. Traveling across the country, documenting American politics. Callaghan and his team took a step back to start, ‘Channel 5,’ to independent journalism. Callaghan’s new documentary ‘This Place Rules‘ features interviews of many organizations that were incentives of the January 6th capital riots.Continue reading “Andrew Callaghan’s Documentary Release on ‘This Place Rules’”
The $1.7 Trillion Omnibus Bill Passed – Shutdown Avoided
The House of Representatives passed the $1.7 trillion spending bill to fund the federal government through the next fiscal year by 225 votes to 201. Averting a shutdown, this is expected to be the last major bill of Congress before Republicans take control of the House in January. After months in the making, the billContinue reading “The $1.7 Trillion Omnibus Bill Passed – Shutdown Avoided”
What To Know Before You Vote!
Check Your Registration: Make sure that you are registered to vote! There are multiple websites that you can check your registration with online. They’ll ask you your first and last name, your address, your date of birth, and your email. Quick and easy! Check Where You Vote and What Time To Vote: You can easilyContinue reading “What To Know Before You Vote!”
The War To Save Our Children
With the constant reports on daily news channels and their websites, and parents on high alert, a silent war has begun. Rainbow-colored drugs have become a familiar image to those who are aware of the ongoing danger but, to many children, these colorful pills look like they’re candy! With the upcoming holiday rapidly approaching andContinue reading “The War To Save Our Children”
What Has The Jan. 6th Committee Uncovered So Far?
The Jan 6th committee started its hearings on June 9, 2022, in response to the riot, sometimes referred to as an insurrection, that occurred on January 6, 2021, at the US Capitol building. Rioters were able to break down the doors of the capitol building while the official election tally was being counted. An importantContinue reading “What Has The Jan. 6th Committee Uncovered So Far?”
Who Governs our Government?
Trough our nation’s recent history we have seen the excessive influence that lobbying groups, financial institutions, and major corporations have on our government. The private agendas of these entities heavily dictate the direction of our laws, the state of the union, and the political environment. Regardless of how well-intentioned our political leaders may be, theyContinue reading “Who Governs our Government?”
Supreme Court May Overturn Roe v. Wade
Earlier this week, a leaked draft of a majority Supreme Court opinion revealed the court’s intentions to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that protects abortion rights. The court publicly confirmed that the draft was factual and reflected their current discussion and debate, but it is not finalized and does not represent their finalContinue reading “Supreme Court May Overturn Roe v. Wade”
Biden Considers Forgiving Student Loan Debt
Since President Biden entered into office, the public and other top Democratic officials have pushed for him to consider forgiving $50,000 in student loan debt for each borrower. For the first time in his presidency, Biden mentioned that he is “taking a hard look” into forgiving some federal student loan debt on Thursday, but theContinue reading “Biden Considers Forgiving Student Loan Debt”
Senate Confirms Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court
On Thursday, April 7th, the Senate voted to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court after significant debate and questioning. This historic appointment makes Jackson the first African-American woman to ever serve on the Supreme Court which many individuals across the country considered a victory for diversity. Judge Jackson was confirmed with aContinue reading “Senate Confirms Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court”
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