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Deficit watchdog urges Congress to cut more, spend less than Trump's budget request

(The Center Square) – As congressional Republicans begin considering how to implement President Donald Trump’s budget request into next year’s government funding bills, fiscal responsibility groups are urging them to find more spending offsets. Trump’s “skinny” budget blueprint for fiscal year 2027 asks for a total of $1.

Report: Tax programs not felt by small business yet

Chamber VP says he's optimistic businesses will see benefit of Trump tax cuts in Q2

Rancher, veteran, photographer Matt Rains pitches diverse experience and moderate path to Congress

As a veteran, international photographer and rancher, 1st Congressional District Democratic primary contender and Simms-area resident Matt Rains has worn many hats. Rains is relying on extensive life and travel experience to more than 60 countries to carve an informed and moderate path to Congress. Less than 60 days

Trump demands second 'big beautiful bill' on his desk by June 1

(The Center Square) – Seven weeks into the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, President Donald Trump is working with Republican congressional leaders to craft a party-line budget reconciliation bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies. Congress has failed to come to an agreement over a Homeland Security appropriations bill since February,

Republicans prep for second 'big, beautiful bill' to fund ICE, Iran conflict

(The Center Square) – In a hyper-partisan Congress that’s facing midterm elections, Republicans in both chambers have united on a plan to pass a second budget reconciliation bill before the balance of power potentially changes. Their previous reconciliation bill, the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” focused primarily on President Donald

Evers vetoes bill to opt Wisconsin into federal school tax credit program

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill that would have required the state to be part of the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship. Evers called the program a nationwide expansion of private voucher schools while proponents of the legislation say that it simply allows every taxpayer to donate

Small business owners seek tax cuts, tariff relief as prices increase

(The Center Square) – Small business owners want more tax breaks and lower tariffs as they report higher operating costs. As small business owners navigate a challenging economic landscape marked by rising costs, inflation, and ongoing trade tensions, many are calling for tax relief and lower tariffs to help them stay