Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law, Ending Decades-Old Provisions
The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates decades-old benefit reductions, offering increased financial security to retired public service workers.
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Category: National News
The US Is Now on Track for a $3.5 Trillion Deficit in 2025
The U.S. government’s deficit has reached unprecedented levels, with $1.25 trillion in spending during the first two months of the 2025 fiscal year alone (The federal fiscal year begins on October 1 and ends on September 30 of the following year). Rising deficits, driven by record spending and interest payments, are forcing higher interest rates, compounding debt burdens, and fueling persistent price inflation. Without meaningful budget cuts—an increasingly unpopular option—these economic pressures are set to intensify, impacting consumers and taxpayers alike.
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Former President Trump Rushed Offstage After Shots Fired at Pennsylvania Rally [VIDEO]
Former President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted offstage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, after reports of gunfire, leaving him with visible blood on his face. The Secret Service confirmed his safety, and he is currently being evaluated at a local hospital. Law enforcement sources indicate the threat has been neutralized, with the suspect either dead or in custody.
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State Farm Issues Ultimatum to California: Raise Insurance Rates or We Leave [VIDEO]
State Farm has issued an ultimatum to California, demanding significant increases in home insurance rates or threatening to exit the state. This move follows a trend of major insurers limiting or ceasing operations in California due to escalating wildfire risks and rising rebuild costs. The situation places immense pressure on state officials to find sustainable solutions and safeguard the insurance market for millions of consumers.
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Texas Victory: Federal Judge Rules $1.7 Trillion Spending Bill Unconstitutional, Backs Ken Paxton’s Challenge [VIDEO]
In a significant legal win for Texas and Attorney General Ken Paxton, a federal judge has declared the $1.7 trillion government funding bill passed in December 2022 unconstitutional. The ruling stems from the House of Representatives’ use of proxy voting, which allowed members to vote without being physically present. This decision could pave the way for other states to challenge aspects of the spending bill.
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