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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ethics expert on taxpayers paying for Trump's new ads
Former U.S. ethics official Christopher Swartz is named in coverage questioning the ads' funding. No payment records or ethics violation are established.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Top Trump official reveals how 30-minute military op unlocked Venezuela oil windfall for US buyers
Energy Secretary Chris Wright says a rapid military move helped unlock Venezuelan supply, boosting access for U.S. buyers amid an energy dominance push.
- 7 min
- Venezuela
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
JD Vance reveals details of US-Iran deal, addresses whether taxpayer money will go to Tehran
Vance outlines nuclear limits tied to phased sanctions relief, with strict oversight to block taxpayer funds from misuse and focus on reconstruction.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
JB Pritzker Freezes Gas Tax Hike, Calls It 'Relief' From Trump
Gov. JB Pritzker pauses Illinois gas tax increase to ease costs during Iran-related fuel volatility, citing relief and sparking partisan debate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Here’s where U.S. debt may become unsustainable with interest payments triggering a default crisis that even steep tax hikes can’t fix
Policy signal flags rising interest costs and market risk, urging credible fiscal plans as confidence and refinancing conditions grow fragile.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oregon voters reject Democrats’ gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar
Early results show Oregon overturning a gas tax hike as fuel prices rise amid Iran conflict, forcing budget rethinks and signaling national ripple effects.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Bernie Sanders Accuses Oil Companies Of Using Iran War To 'Rip Off Americans'—Calls For 'Windfall' Profit
Bernie Sanders urges a windfall profits measure on oil firms amid U.S.–Iran flare-ups, alleging wartime price gouging and calling for consumer protections.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Gavin Newsom Slams Trump's 'Iran War Tax' As California Gas Price Breaks $6/Gallon Threshold - Spirit Avi
From Sacramento, Gov. Newsom links $6+ California gas to Iran risk premiums, sharpening election-year debates over energy policy, inflation, and security.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ken Griffin Threatens To Halt $6 Billion NYC Project After Mayor Mamdani's 'Tax-The-Rich' Video Targets H
Citadel signals reassessment after Mayor Mamdani amplifies video on Griffin’s $238M penthouse, raising stakes for jobs, taxes, and policy talks in New Y...
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
What to know about Trump's tax breaks for tips and overtime when filing state tax returns
NY filers may face different state rules on new federal breaks for tips and overtime, affecting withholding, refunds, and audits for 2025 returns.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
IMF Says Global Economy Hit With 'Sudden Tax' As Iran War Surges Energy Prices: 'All Roads' Lead To Highe
IMF warns Iran conflict is lifting energy prices like a sudden tax, risking slower global growth, higher inflation, and tighter policy paths.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Maher: People Aren’t Losing Benefits Due to Iran War, My Taxes Never Seem to Actually Help People
Clip shows Maher disputing war-driven benefit cuts and lamenting taxes’ impact, stirring debate on U.S. budget priorities during Iran-related tensions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump accounts aren't exactly 'tax-free,' as the president said. Here's how they work
Trump accounts are an investment account for kids, but the funds aren't tax-free. Here's what families need to know.
- 6 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Socialist NYC Mayor Mamdani clashes with Hochul over tax hikes as some critics warn of catastrophe
Wall Street Journal editor warns NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's tax plan on wealthy will be
- 6 min
- United States
Technology / CyberThe Veil
Gov. JB Pritzker to propose suspending tax incentives for data centers in Illinois
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is expected to call for a two-year suspension of tax incentives offered to develop data centers amid growing scrutiny over their rapid...
- 6 min
- Illinois
Technology / CyberThe Veil
Average IRS tax refund is up 10.9% so far this season, early filing data shows
The average IRS tax refund is up 10.9% so far this season, according to early filing data. Here's what taxpayers can expect.
- 6 min
- United States