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Vermont June 20, 2023

Vermont's Democratic supermajorities reconvene in hopes of overriding Gov. Scott's vetoes

Vermont's Democrat-dominated Legislature is set to return to the Statehouse on Tuesday, intent on voting to override some of Republican Gov. Phil Scott's vetoes from the past session.

Wisconsin June 20, 2023

UW president warns GOP against budget cuts; threatens campus closures, tuition hikes

University of Wisconsin System President Jay Rothman on Monday warned lawmakers that proposed budget cuts will jeopardize his schools' operations, and could lead some to close.

Ohio June 15, 2023

Ohio budget plan clears state Senate

Ohio's Republican-led Senate has cleared its version of the state's operating budget along party lines Thursday, a proposal with a near-$86 billion price tag.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 15, 2023

Republicans aim to close food stamps 'loophole' costing taxpayers billions

House Republicans are trying to closes a loophole in federal law that allows people above certain income caps to still qualify for federal food aid.

Wisconsin June 13, 2023

GOP lawmakers vote to slash University of Wisconsin funding over diversity spending

Republican lawmakers were poised Tuesday to pass funding cuts for the University of Wisconsin system over its exorbitant spending on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

OPINION June 10, 2023

Want a fiscally responsible government? Here's what we must restore first

A big part of the disconnect between the government and the people stems from the lack of responsibility and sense of urgency in better stewardship over public funds.

New Hampshire June 8, 2023

$15.2B New Hampshire budget clears Legislature with rare bipartisan support

New Hampshire's Legislature has passed a $15.2 billion state budget, bypassing a conference committee for the first time since 1999. Republican Gov. Chris Sununu plans to sign it.

Pennsylvania June 7, 2023

Pennsylvania House passes $100M mental health spending plan

A Pennsylvania proposal to allocate $100 million in federal funds to subsidize adult mental health programs has cleared the commonwealth's House of Representatives.

Vermont June 6, 2023

Vermont Gov. Scott vetoes child care subsidy expansion

Republican Vermont Gov. Phil Scott on Tuesday vetoed a bill that would have expanded child care subsidies to households out-earning the federal poverty line by nearly 600%.

Democrats June 5, 2023

AOC says Supreme Court 'corruption' will kill Biden student loan handout

AOC warned she would 'not accept' the Biden administration simply conceding to the Supreme Court if it knocks down the student loan plan

VIDEO June 4, 2023

Biden officials should stop 'chasing after' Chinese counterparts like 'lovestruck teenagers': Sen. Tom Cotton

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., discusses the debt ceiling deal, his concerns over defense spending, U.S. relations with China and North Korea's role with the World Health Organization.