The government cuts that might kill us
It's popular to say government is terrible. The fact is most government is good, and gutting it could be the death of us.
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Sweetser slams Trump admin’s compilation of Americans’ data
"Our freedom is in danger," Sweetser warned, as he slammed the Trump administration's plan to create a master database of all U.S. citizens' data.
NWS cuts could affect storm-readiness in Alabama and across the country
Lawmakers and experts warn that Trump administration cuts to NOAA and NWS threaten severe weather forecasting capacity amid an active tornado season.
Sewell talks federal funding cuts at Lowndes County town hall
“Trump has made it clear in his agenda that billionaires like Elon Musk are rewarded and Alabama communities like the one here Fort Deposit foot the bill,” Sewell said.
Alabama schools to lose access to local produce as Trump administration cuts USDA programs
More than 40 states, including Alabama, were signed on to participate in the program.
Historic Montgomery Bus Station, Freedom Riders Museum part of DOGE-ordered sell-off
The building housing the historic Freedom Riders Museum appears to be part of a DOGE-ordered sell-off of federal properties.
DOGE cuts to Birmingham Social Security office raise alarms among Democrats and the public
The move, one of countless cuts being made by Musk and DOGE since President Donald Trump's return to office, has elicited outrage from Democrats.
Figures asks VA secretary for answers on DOGE cuts, potential VA issues
DOGE cuts at VA facilities could be affecting veterans' health care, and Alabama Rep. Shomari Figures wants answers.
Rep. Sewell pushes back on DOGE actions, warns that voters are very unhappy
Sewell questioned Musk's authority to make broad cuts, particularly to personnel, and said her phones are ringing off the hook with angry voters.
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See recent postsThe government waste has been found
Musk and his DOGE team have uncovered very little actual fraud. The wastes of space are occupying offices in the Capitol.