At its surface, a recent Voto Latino survey reported by The Hill is striking but not shocking: a growing number of Americans are disillusioned with both major political parties, and many — especially non-voters — would consider a third-party choice in the next presidential election. Poll respondents from across the political spectrum agree that both…
3% Inflation Is the Quiet Thief That Won’t Leave the House
The latest numbers put inflation at about 3%. That may sound mild compared to the 9% wildfire we endured in 2022, but let’s not fool ourselves. It still means higher prices, thinner savings, and slower progress for families already stretched to the limit. Politicians in Washington can pat themselves on the back all they want,…
When Tweets Trump Tact: A Lesson in Cooling Off Before Calling Out
President Trump has never been accused of underreacting, and his latest dust-up with Canada proves the point. When an ad popped up north of the border quoting Ronald Reagan about “the dangers of protectionism,” Trump slammed the brakes on trade talks faster than you can say “NAFTA.” There was just one small problem: the ad…
The Federal Reserve Soap Opera: Appeals Court Edition
If you thought the Trump–Lisa Cook showdown at the Federal Reserve couldn’t get any more like a binge-worthy political thriller, think again. Forget Netflix; this saga is unfolding live, with more cliffhangers than a House of Cards marathon and just enough legal drama to make even Judge Judy grab some popcorn. Last week’s episode? A…
Tariffs, Courts, and the Constitution
Last Friday, President Trump’s trade agenda ran into a major hurdle when a federal appeals court stepped in with a big ruling on his tariffs. Now, before we start celebrating, panicking, or running out to hoard beans and rice, let’s all take a breath. These things are rarely as simple as they first appear. What…
Raising the Roof or Digging a Hole? A Look at the OBBBA Debt Limit Hike
Tucked inside the sprawling One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is a hefty clause that raises the federal debt ceiling by a whopping $4 trillion. In plain English, this means the U.S. Treasury gets permission to borrow up to that higher limit so it can keep paying the bills Congress has already racked up, things…
A Tax Too Far? Weighing the 3.5% Remittance Levy in the One Big Beautiful Bill
Let’s talk about money—specifically, money flying out of the country faster than a kid bolting from chores. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has an interesting provision that I haven’t heard anyone talk about: a 3.5% tax on money sent abroad by non-citizens, including green card holders and visa workers. Let’s examine this from an…
Blessing the Worker or Burdening the Budget? A Look at the Tax Exemption for Tips and Overtime
In President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," there’s a little gem tucked between the sweeping reforms and the budget battles: a provision that exempts income from tips and overtime from federal income tax between 2026 and 2028. On the surface, it sounds like manna from heaven for the working class. But as with any…
A Blessing in the Tax Code: The Permanent Extension of the 2017 Tax Cuts
When President Trump led the charge for the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, he wasn’t just signing a bill—he was swinging a sledgehammer at the tangled mess of red tape and bloated taxation that had been strangling American workers and small businesses for years. Now, with the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” making its…
Debt, Discipline, and Destiny: Restoring America’s Credit Through Conservative Stewardship
Well, it finally happened. On Friday, Moody’s joined the other major credit rating agencies in downgrading the United States’ credit rating from its top-tier Aaa rating to Aa1. That’s right—our nation, once the economic lighthouse for the world, now has a ding in its financial armor from all three major credit agencies. While the average…
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