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Millions of Americans, especially in the Rio Grande Valley, are at risk of losing health coverage over the next decade due to federal spending cuts on Medicaid and the ACA, which could lead to worse health outcomes and strain on hospitals.
As Congress considers cutting over $500 million annually from public media funding, PBS and NPR are actively campaigning to save their budgets through appeals to lawmakers, public campaigns, and celebrity endorsements, highlighting the potential impact on local stations and communities across the U.S.
States are preparing for significant financial and administrative challenges following President Trump's signing of a new domestic policy law, which shifts federal responsibilities for health care, food aid, and other programs onto them, potentially leading to budget shortfalls, program cuts, and increased administrative burdens.
Elon Musk's tenure with DOGE, a government cost-cutting initiative, has ended amid legal battles and controversy over its impact on federal agencies and employees. While Musk claims significant savings, ongoing lawsuits and court decisions will shape his legacy and the future of DOGE's influence on government operations.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, aimed at reducing federal bureaucracy and cutting government spending. The department, humorously named DOGE, will operate outside the government, advising on agency overhauls without requiring Senate approval. Musk aims to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget, while Ramaswamy advocates for mass layoffs in federal agencies. The initiative is likened to a modern 'Manhattan Project' with a deadline of July 4, 2026.