Pentagon Spending and Bureaucracy

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticizes Pentagon spending on support operations rather than warfighters, citing excessive transactions at casinos, nightclubs, and sporting events. Military audit reveals misuse of government credit cards for personal expenses. Hegseth addresses the bureaucratic build-up and the increase in admirals and generals compared to World War II.

Voter Trust in GOP for Social Security and Support for DOGE Audit

Despite media narratives, voters trust GOP more than Democrats to handle Social Security and support a full audit by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) spearheaded by Elon Musk. A Rasmussen poll shows strong support for the audit, with 61% believing fraud will be found.

Taxpayer-Funded Healthcare Programs for Illegal Immigrants in Illinois

A state audit found that taxpayers in Illinois paid $1.6 billion for healthcare programs for illegal immigrants since 2020. The audit revealed overspending and mismanagement by Governor JB Pritzker. Federal reimbursement was not sought for eligible services, and some state money was spent on citizens or those eligible for federal programs. Pritzker halted the program in 2023 due to high costs, and later diverted rental assistance money to house illegals. Sanctuary states, including Illinois, planned to offer housing, food, and healthcare to migrants. Pritzker proposed cutting funding for a program to save $330 million.

Illinois Healthcare Program for Illegal Immigrants

Illinois taxpayers paid out $1.6 billion for healthcare programs for illegal immigrants since 2020, exceeding estimates by Gov. JB Pritzker's administration. The audit revealed overspending, mismanagement, and eligibility errors in the program.

Panama Ports Company Contract and China's Influence on the Panama Canal

The Attorney General of Panama deems a decades-long contract with Panama Ports Company unconstitutional, leading to a legal battle over the management of two ports in the Panama Canal. The deal, signed in 1997 and extended in 2021, faces scrutiny for potential breaches of the Panamanian constitution and lack of transparency. The audit of Panama Ports Company and the debate over China's influence on the Panama Canal further complicate the situation.

Department of Government Efficiency Audit

Representative Mike Lawler announces a comprehensive forensic audit of every department and agency in the federal government to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.

Audit of NGOs on Southern Border

Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX has asked the Trump administration to conduct a widespread audit of NGOs on the southern border to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. Gooden believes many NGOs have a conflict of interest by facilitating migration of illegal aliens and lobbying for open border policies, while receiving billions of dollars in government funds.

Elon Musk's DOGE Team's Changes at U.S. Treasury Department

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is implementing changes at the U.S. Treasury Department to improve auditing and accountability of funds. Musk criticized prior management for allowing fraud to continue unchecked. A lawsuit blocked DOGE's access to treasury department systems. U.S. Treasury Secretary supports Musk's efforts to increase accountability in spending.

Elon Musk's DOGE Auditing CFPB

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has started auditing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) after Musk called for the agency to be 'deleted.' DOGE team members are now embedded at CFPB headquarters. This move follows Trump reportedly firing CFPB's former leader, Rohit Chopra.

Controversy Surrounding Wall Street Journal Reporter Katherine Long and USAID Audit

Wall Street Journal reporter Katherine Long's article on a 25-year-old member of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) sparks controversy, involving USAID, Trump administration, and Vice President JD Vance. Long's past work at USAID and the audit of the agency by DOGE are central to the conflict.

Disagreement over Chinese Influence in the Panama Canal

Former Panama Canal administrator disagrees with Trump administration's accusations about Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, calling them incorrect and lacking proof.

California Governor's Efforts to Address Homelessness

California Governor Gavin Newsom is cracking down on homelessness by threatening municipalities with loss of state funding if they do not clean up encampments. The state has seen a significant increase in homelessness under Newsom's leadership.

Ohio Voter Roll Purge of Non-Citizens

Ohio Secretary of State purges hundreds of non-citizens from voter rolls after audit reveals flaws, individuals given chance to submit provisional ballot upon proof of citizenship. Audit ongoing, may result in more purges as Election Day nears.

Crime and Homelessness in California

Discussion on crime and homelessness in California, including a $2.2 million audit of Los Angeles' homelessness programs, a lawsuit alleging failure to meet settlement terms, and increasing homeless population despite billions spent on tackling the crisis.

California's Homelessness Crisis Spending Audit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration lost track of $24 billion spent on homelessness crisis in the past five years, with gaps in accountability and lack of data on effectiveness. Conservatives demand answers and criticize Newsom for mismanagement.

California's Homelessness Program Oversight

California has failed to adequately monitor the outcomes of its vast spending on homelessness programs, raising questions about the effectiveness of the billions of dollars allocated to combat the crisis as the number of people living unsheltered continues to rise.

IRS Mismanagement

The IRS received $80 billion to target millionaire and billionaire tax dodgers but instead focused on middle-class earners. Despite promises not to increase audits for small businesses and households earning under $400,000, the IRS did exactly that.

Homelessness Crisis in Los Angeles

The homeless crisis in Los Angeles has reached historic highs, leading to demands for more transparency and accountability from city officials and service providers. A federal judge has called for an independent audit of the city's homelessness programs, and various motions have been put forth to evaluate and examine the efforts and expenditures of homeless service providers. Despite billions of dollars being spent, the homeless population continues to rise, with a significant portion suffering from drug addiction or mental illnesses.

IRS Crackdown on Tax Evasion by Millionaires and Billionaires

The IRS is cracking down on tax evasion by millionaires and billionaires, aiming to collect unpaid taxes and ensure a fair system where every taxpayer contributes their fair share. With increased funding, the IRS is targeting complex tax returns and using AI to identify high-risk returns for audits.