What can we learn from the new Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report? Despite other misleading headlines, CBO’s December analysis shows the economic benefits of extending Trump’s tax cuts, especially for businesses. Hear more from tax policy expert Adam Michel.
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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy met with Congress to promote DOGE. Key focus: cutting federal bloat in agriculture subsidies. But is Washington ready for real reform? Policy analyst Tad DeHaven weighs in:
Will DOGE Hear Crickets on Capitol Hill?
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Politicians keep promising affordable housing—but history shows federal policies often inflate prices instead. 💸 New blog series from Norbert Michel & Jerome Famularo dives into the housing "crisis," exposing myths and proposing smarter solutions.
Questioning the Housing Crisis: Introduction to a Series
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How are tariffs and the fentanyl crisis connected? President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs could cost families $1,200/year, disrupt supply chains, and crush exports—all while fentanyl smuggling adapts and continues. Health policy expert Dr. Singer & international trade expert Clark Packard explain.
Tariffs Will Punish Americans and Do Nothing to Solve Our Fentanyl Crisis
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With Assad's regime toppled, should the US seize the moment to withdraw from Syria? Engaging further could entangle us in another costly proxy war. It's time to prioritize American interests and bring our troops home before we’re stuck in another endless conflict.
Washington Should Get Out of Syria
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Can the government really force TikTok off your phone? The Supreme Court will hear a case about laws targeting TikTok. This isn’t just about one app — it’s about whether the government can limit what platforms you access.
The TikTok Case Heads to the Supreme Court
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Is immigration itself the challenge, or are flawed policies to blame for the controversies around border security, economic impact, and public services? 🎧 In this episode of Project Sphere, David Bier, Wendy Edelberg, and Simon Hankinson tackle this divisive issue and explore where the real solutions lie: https://lnkd.in/gQsPYuGG
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💡FACT: Tariffs aren't just taxes on imports; they're hidden taxes on consumers and businesses. Trump-era steel and aluminum tariffs cost downstream industries $3.4B annually—more than the $2.8B they "protected." The math doesn't lie. Trade expert C Grabow breaks it down.
There's Still No Economic Case for New Tariffs
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“Stroke of the pen. Law of the land. Kind of cool.” This infamous quip captures why unchecked executive orders are dangerous. They bypass debate, concentrate power, and erode liberty. Learn how we can restore balance and protect the rule of law in Alex Nowrasteh’s Free Society piece:
Reining in the Imperial Presidency: A Plan for Repealing Harmful Executive Orders
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The forces that once pushed West Point to the brink are now powering its revival, creating thousands of jobs and redefining its future. 🌍🚗 From textiles to automobiles, this town’s story shows that globalization never stops evolving—and its next chapter might just be the most exciting yet. 💼✨ Watch the remainder of this four-part series and meet the people behind the products that power our lives: https://lnkd.in/gqauM8MY