Letters: We have needed cuts to federal workforce for a long time

Letters: We have needed cuts to federal workforce for a long time

The task of cutting government spending is painful and disruptive but necessary. In 2024, the U.S. government spent $6.75 trillion, but revenues were only $4.9 trillion, resulting in a deficit of around $1.8 trillion.

Trump's Workforce Shakeup: Cutting Government Waste to Benefit Taxpayers

In a decisive move to honor his commitment to fiscal responsibility, President Donald Trump has initiated significant reductions in the federal workforce. These actions aim to curtail government spending and enhance operational efficiency, reflecting the administration’s dedication to serving the American taxpayer. The administration’s strategy primarily affects employees in their probationary period, reducing redundancies and […] The post Trump…

Who benefits from Trump Tax Cuts and Jobs Act extension - Los Angeles Weekly Times

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) leaves after the House passed Republicans’ budget resolution on the spending bill on Feb. 25, 2025 in Washington. Kayla Bartkowski | Getty Images News | Getty Images As Congress debates how to handle trillions of dollars in expiring tax breaks, lawmakers on both sides have been lobbing claims about which consumers will see the biggest benefits from extending them. Economists and tax experts say the answe…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joins U.S. Chamber in Supporting Extension of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

LANSING, MI – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and numerous other organizations in urging Congress to extend key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). These pro-growth tax policies have played a vital role in raising wages, supporting job creation, and helping families navigate the challenges of inflation. The LRCC believes that making the TCJA permanent would prevent a potent…