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CBO projects ‘unprecedented’ debt of 144% of GDP by 2049

June 25, 2019 By jamesb

Under Trump and the Republicans? Spending is off the hook..... Don't Republicans stand for LESS government spending? Federal Debt held by the public is on track to hit “unprecedented” levels, rising from the current 78 percent of GDP to 144 percent by 2049 if current … [Read more...] about CBO projects ‘unprecedented’ debt of 144% of GDP by 2049

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: Congress, Congressional Budget Office, economy, NATIONAL DEBT., Politics, Republicans, TREASURY

Bernie Sanders wants to erase outstanding student loan debt with a Wall Street tax…

June 23, 2019 By jamesb

Sanders joins Elizabeth Warren with a plan to unburden tens of millions of student loan debt by taxing the rich.... The idea will gain support by many.... But has NO chance of passage with a Republican President and US Senate majority.... But both Senator's are right in … [Read more...] about Bernie Sanders wants to erase outstanding student loan debt with a Wall Street tax…

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: Bernie sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Higher Education, Politics, Student debt forgiveness, Wall Street tax

Trump using economic power to cut back Chinese technology supplying America…

June 23, 2019 By jamesb

There is NO doubt that the Trump admin IS systematically working to cut the reliance of America on Chinese products... There Is a trade war going on with China... And it isn't just thru import tariffs/taxes.... Trump's way of action IS to come at you hard in order to … [Read more...] about Trump using economic power to cut back Chinese technology supplying America…

Filed Under: Government, Law, Other Things, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: American economic power, Apple Computer, economy, Politics, Technology companies/products, Trade war exemptions, Trump China trade War

Despite Trump’s efforts…US Steel manufactures begin to idle plants….

June 19, 2019 By jamesb

Donald Trump says HIS efforts will bring manufacturing BACK to America .... THAT isn't happening with US Steel .... U.S. Steel announced it will temporarily halt production at two domestic plants despite the boost from the Trump administration’s tariffs, as a steel industry … [Read more...] about Despite Trump’s efforts…US Steel manufactures begin to idle plants….

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: China, economy, Politics, Trump tariff, US Steel production

Donald Trump begins his 2020 re-election campaign…

June 18, 2019 By jamesb

The new and old lies begin.... Can he bull shit his way for another four years even as we NOW know more about who he REALLY is and isn't? Can someone win the Presidency a second time with most of American voters against him? Are American voters THAT … [Read more...] about Donald Trump begins his 2020 re-election campaign…

Filed Under: Entertainment, Healthcare, Law, Other Things, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: Politics, Republicans, Trump 2020 Presidential campaign kickoff

Trump’s China tariffs could lead to a Bible tax..And less kids books…

June 18, 2019 By jamesb

...from Axios.... The Trump administration's proposed tariffs on Chinese goods could starkly impact the printing industry, and lead to a shortage of Bibles and children's books, reports Bloomberg. Why it matters: The $300 billion tariffs on Chinese goods includes printed … [Read more...] about Trump’s China tariffs could lead to a Bible tax..And less kids books…

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: Bibles, Kids books, Politics, Trump tariff/import taxes

Global Economic Growth slows…Trump is no help….

June 18, 2019 By jamesb

Just as he has with other numerous things? Donald Trump IS gonna help fuck up the American and Global economy.... President Trump’s trade war is chilling business investment, confidence and trade flows across the world, a development that foreign leaders and business … [Read more...] about Global Economic Growth slows…Trump is no help….

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: American Economy, Donald Trump, Economic slowdowns, Global Economy, Politics, protectionism, Trump trade war

Republicans worried about possible government default under Trump….

June 16, 2019 By jamesb

Huge tax cuts.... Trade Wars.... Increased budget spending.... Mushy Economy.... Donald Trump....The guy who loves debt..... America ..... The GOP dysfunction — coupled with a new House Democratic majority with its own priorities — leaves the sides much farther … [Read more...] about Republicans worried about possible government default under Trump….

Filed Under: Government, Law, Politics, the Economy Tagged With: McConnell, Pelosi, Politics, The economy, Trump Admin, US Budget, US Default, US Spending caps

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