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Stop the presses! Congress has actually eliminated government programs—yes, more than one!
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Washington DC, in a historic move, Senate Republicans pushed through the first rescission package in over 50 years, canceling previously appropriated funds for foreign aid, NPR, and PBS. This rare rollback of federal spending marks a major taxpayer victory.
Who Is Elizabeth MacDonough—and Why Is She Stalling Major Budget Reforms in Washington?
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a stunning turn of events, Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough has singlehandedly halted over $2 trillion in proposed savings aimed at cutting waste and reducing the national deficit. Most Americans may not even be aware of her role, but she’s now being called the most powerful—and controversial—person in Washington.