Opinion: Trump’s new budget signals the demise of ‘liberation day’

If the anniversary celebration for Trump’s “liberation day” tariffs didn’t already ring hollow, it should now.

Austin's projected $26 million deficit is equal to losing 240 police, fire, EMS positions

The City of Austin is facing a projected $26.4 million deficit for the upcoming 2026-2027 fiscal year.The long-term financial forecast includes a variety of op ...
The Indianapolis Star

Budget deficit isn't bipartisan. Republicans created it. | Letters

I appreciate Michael Hicks' concise and clear explanation of present economic conditions ("The world is selling America. Here's why the dollar collapse matters"). But I take issue with his statement ...
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US budget deficit shrinks to $95B as receipts jump 9% while spending rises 2%

The U.S. budget deficit dropped to $95 billion in January. That’s a $34 billion decrease from the same month last year. The Treasury said this happened because income rose faster than spending, mostly ...
Times of San Diego

Mayor’s budget proposal protects police, fire spending, but cuts arts, parks, libraries to plug $118 million gap

Art groups raised the alarm Wednesday in response to San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s proposed 2026-27 budget . (File photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego) Mayor Todd Gloria is proposing to reduce ...
The Topeka Capital-Journal

Facing deficit spending, Kansas lawmakers struggle to balance budget

The Kansas Legislature is facing a second consecutive year of deficit spending, where expenses are projected to exceed tax revenues. Lawmakers have a large cash reserve, but are struggling to agree on ...