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3/13/25: Dems Plot Fake Shutdown Resistance, GOP Senator Downplays Market Crash, Gov Spending Record High Despite DOGE

Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

CHAPTER

The Politics of Federal Spending

This chapter examines a recent Treasury Department report uncovering an increase in U.S. federal spending, challenging notions of effective budget cuts. The discussion highlights the political ideologies driving spending decisions, particularly in agencies like USAID and the Department of Education, and explores the implications for public trust and agency effectiveness. It also reflects on the tension between maintaining traditional services for older citizens versus shifting towards modern solutions, illustrating the complexities of fiscal responsibility and accessibility.

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