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Trump's "DOGE Dividend" Plan Risks Inflation Surge

President Trump is considering a "DOGE Dividend," distributing 20% of savings identified by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to US citizens and 20% to debt reduction, potentially increasing inflation which reached 3% in January 2025.

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Social Security Clarifies: Over-100 Listings Don't Mean Benefit Payments

The Social Security Administration clarified that people listed as over 100 are not necessarily receiving benefits; the records lack death dates, contradicting claims of widespread fraud. Outdated software contributes to the confusion.

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Doge" Federal Budget Cuts Spark Controversy

Doge", a federal budget-cutting initiative, has resulted in job losses across multiple agencies, sparking controversy over its impact on essential services and sparking political backlash despite claims of targeting waste and inefficiency.

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Senate Confirms Loeffler as SBA Head Amid Funding Controversy

The Senate confirmed Kelly Loeffler as the new head of the Small Business Administration (SBA) by a 52-46 vote. Loeffler, a former Georgia senator and businesswoman, plans to reduce regulations, expand access to loans, and audit the SBA to curb waste. Concerns exist regarding the impact of the Depar...

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Thousands of US Federal Workers Dismissed Amidst Trump-Musk Downsizing Campaign

President Trump and Elon Musk's campaign to reduce the US federal workforce led to the dismissal of thousands of employees across various departments, including those overseeing the nuclear arsenal and veteran affairs, prompting criticism from Democrats regarding executive overreach in federal spend...

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UK Public Sector Unions Demand Higher Pay Amidst Rising Inflation

UK public sector unions are demanding above-inflation pay increases to counter rising inflation, putting pressure on the chancellor to find billions in extra funding, as a 2.8% government-proposed increase is now insufficient due to accelerating inflation.

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Trump's "DOGE Dividend" Faces Widespread Skepticism

President Trump suggested a "DOGE dividend," distributing 20% of projected $2 trillion savings from the Department of Government Efficiency to taxpayers as a $5,000 tax rebate, but faces widespread skepticism from economists due to budgetary constraints and legal challenges.

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UK Emulates Musk's "DOGE," Sparking Wave of Government Spending Scrutiny

Inspired by Elon Musk's "DOGE," multiple UK entities—including individuals, established media, and political figures—are now actively scrutinizing UK government spending, highlighting perceived waste and inefficiency across various sectors like diversity training, climate finance, and foreign aid us...

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Trump Administration Accuses Social Security of Widespread Fraud; Evidence Lacking

The Trump administration alleges millions of dead people receive fraudulent Social Security payments, a claim lacking evidence while key officials were replaced, threatening the program's financial stability.

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Trump Demands "Radical Transparency" in Government Spending

President Trump ordered federal agencies to be radically transparent about spending, publishing details of terminated programs and contracts, citing wasteful use of taxpayer money and alignment with the Department of Government Efficiency audits.

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ORR Provided $10 Billion in Grants to Migrants and Refugees in FY2023

The Biden administration's Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) provided $10 billion in grants to nonprofits in FY2023, assisting migrants and refugees with housing, car purchases, business loans, and legal aid, amidst a historic southern border crisis, then reduced funding to $4.2 billion in FY2024...

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Scotland Announces "Radical" Public Sector Reforms

The Scottish government announced "radical" public sector reforms at a summit attended by councils and other public bodies, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce costs, with initial steps including a 3% reduction in its core workforce and £200 million in procurement savings.

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