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24 results for “federal budget”
Military / WarThe Veil
France faces a fresh budget battle that threatens to topple another government as debt costs spiral
Rising debt costs and a fractious Assembly raise the stakes as France readies its finance bill, with OAT volatility and a confidence test looming.
- 7 min
- France
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. to spend $2 billion to $3 billion per month on Iran war, Congressional Budget Office says
Congressional Budget Office estimates ongoing Iran-related military spending at $2–$3B per month, totaling $38B, shaping budget and oversight talks.
- 6 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran War could cost $2 billion per month, Congressional Budget Office estimates
CBO reports $38B spent Feb. 28–Aug. 1 on Iran war operations, averaging $2B monthly, informing budget debates as conflict continues into late Q3 2026.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court
A federal judge rejected Trump’s bid to move the hush money case to federal court, keeping the Manhattan prosecution on track in New York state court.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Federal judge strikes down Texas restriction on drag shows, offers people a 'simple' solution
A Washington federal court struck down Texas SB 12, citing First Amendment violations and blocking enforcement against drag performances.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Mark Walter's TWG Global blasts 'attacks,' insists 'no fraud' amid federal probe
Mark Walter’s TWG Global rejects fraud claims, calling scrutiny routine as a federal probe proceeds, aiming to steady stakeholders and sponsors.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chinese national in blue state charged with illegally voting in federal election under another man's name: DOJ
Yupeng Sun is accused of using another man’s identity to register and vote in the 2024 federal election. Charges were announced in Washington, D.C.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
Legislative Yuan ends record delay, approving 2026 budget with added funds for drones and surveillance, enabling agencies to resume deferred projects.
- 7 min
- Taiwan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Thune, Trump, Senate conservatives reach deal to set aside budget, SAVE America Act impasse
Late-night deal in Washington pauses budget resolution tied to the SAVE America Act, easing immediate tensions while talks continue.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal panel signals it could support permanent fencing around White House park known for protests
Federal advisers in Washington indicate openness to permanent fencing at Lafayette Square, setting up design reviews and debate over protest access.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal judge says Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t apply to DC pipe bomb suspect
Washington judge rules Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon statement doesn’t apply to suspect in DNC/RNC pipe bombs, keeping the criminal case on track.
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump names James M. McDonald to lead powerful New York federal prosecutor's office
President Trump names James M. McDonald to head New York’s SDNY, a key post overseeing Wall Street, corruption, and national security cases, pending Sen...
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Top Trump agency purges over 20 suspected China-linked products from federal marketplace
U.S. SBA delists 20+ products tied to Beijing-based sourcing amid origin concerns, advising reviews of active orders as compliance checks proceed.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal authorities investigate giant ‘8647’ markings on National Mall
Authorities in Washington investigate large ‘8647’ numerals on the National Mall amid debate over protected speech and security concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
World TradeThe Veil
Anthropic Crackdown A ‘Spectacular Overreach’: Federal Judge
Washington judge criticizes Pentagon’s supply‑chain risk designation for Anthropic, signaling skepticism of broad controls; outcome could reshape procur...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Watch: Pete Hegseth faces lawmakers' questions as he vies for $1.5 trillion defense budget
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine faced bipartisan questioning on Capitol Hill about the war in Ir
- 3 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget
Rising unit costs, R&D, and supply-chain inflation push U.S. defense spending toward $1T, intensifying debates on oversight, trade-offs, and readiness.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Newsom administration allegedly knew of $2B California budget error for months: report
Report says Sacramento officials knew of a $2B accounting error for months, raising transparency concerns and complicating California deficit talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's 2027 Budget Proposes $1.5 Trillion Defense Spending, 10% Domestic Cuts— Here's What To Know
New York unveils plan shifting funds to defense amid deficit concerns; markets and Congress brace for uneven impacts and tough negotiations.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Wartime Budgets Are an X-Ray of Presidential Priorities
Vietnam-based analysis shows how war funding reshapes agendas, revealing trade-offs, deficits, and risks as leaders balance conflict costs and social aims.
- 7 min
- Vietnam
Society / CultureThe Veil
Heightened security threat in U.S. after Iran strikes, federal law enforcement officials warn
Could Iranian so-called sleeper cells in the U.S. prepare to retaliate after the strikes on Iran? Jericka Duncan looks into security precautions.
- 4 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Federal prosecutor admits 'extraordinary' timing in Abrego Garcia smuggling case charges
Salvadoran migrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces human smuggling charges as prosecutor Rob McGuire defends the 'extraordinary' decision to prosecute after 2022 Ten...
- 6 min
- El Salvador
Society / CultureThe Veil
Bib Gourmand restaurants for fine dining on a budget
Excellent value eateries with the Michelin inspectors’ seal of approval
- 6 min
- United States
Protests / Civil UnrestThe Veil
US Olympic officials alter name of 'Ice House' hospitality space amid protests against federal agents
An American Olympic hospitality space for some Olympians was changed from "Ice House" to "Winter House" over concerns about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce...
- 7 min
- United States