UNBIASED Politics UNBIASED Politics (2/20/25): Social Security Checks for 300-Year-Olds? PLUS $5K DOGE Dividend Checks, Trump's IVF, Agency Accountability, and COVID Vaccine Orders, and More.
Feb 20, 2025
Dive into the latest political controversies, including a court ruling on Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Explore the bizarre rumors of $5K DOGE dividends and the implications of social security checks for long-deceased individuals. The discussion also highlights a significant egg shortage linked to pandemic policies and sheds light on Trump's recent executive orders, raising questions about agency accountability and health access. Plus, a family's legal pursuit after a tragic plane crash adds a somber note to the mix!
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SAVE Plan Overview
- The SAVE plan aimed to make student loan repayment more affordable, basing monthly payments on income.
- It also offered loan forgiveness after 10 years for smaller balances, but legal challenges persist.
Egg Shortage Causes
- The main cause of the egg shortage is a bird flu outbreak affecting millions of birds.
- An unrelated shortage of cage-free eggs exists due to state laws requiring them.
Egg Price Variation
- Jordan Berman bought eggs at Trader Joe's for $4.99.
- Due to purchase limits, she then paid $9.49 for another dozen at Whole Foods.