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The Art of the Budget Deal
Today on TAP: With a government shutdown looming noon Wednesday, will Trump screw Democrats, Republicans, the public, or himself?
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Will a Shutdown Finally Shrink Government?
This week, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch discuss whether the impending government shutdown will actually rein in the federal bureaucracy. They consider whether there is anything to gain from a shutdown, how past shutdowns have played out, and whether the risk of growing executive power outweighs the risk of uncontrolled spending. They also examine […]
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ICE Doesn’t Want You To Know Why They Bought a Phone Cracking System
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is quietly building up its ability to spy on Americans’ phones. Earlier this month, the agency activated a $2 million contract with Paragon, a service that offers the ability to remotely hack into someone’s phone. Last week, ICE entered into an $11 million contract for Cellebrite devices, which allow agents […]
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Oregon Sues Trump Administration Over ‘Unlawful’ National Guard Federalization
President Donald Trump’s efforts to be the “law and order” president could soon be ruled illegal. Oregon has filed suit against the Trump administration and is seeking a temporary restraining order to block the federalization of the state’s National Guard members. The lawsuit, which was filed Sunday, comes one day after Trump announced he would […]
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7 Data-Driven Hacks to Maximize Your Real Money Slots ROI
Online slots, with their vibrant graphics and enticing jackpots, are often seen as games of pure chance. For a player, the experience can feel like a roll of the dice where luck is the only determining factor. However, a deeper analysis reveals that while outcomes are indeed random, the experience can be managed with a […]
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Trump’s 100 Percent Chip Tariff Could Make It More Expensive To Build More Semiconductors in the U.S.
President Donald Trump is considering imposing a 100 percent tariff on semiconductors to incentivize chipmakers to invest in domestic manufacturing, a move that would make it harder to build out American chip fabrication. The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday that the Trump administration could soon force chipmakers “that don’t maintain a 1:1 ratio [of […]
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12 Critical Red Flags of a Scam You Cannot Afford to Ignore
The landscape of financial fraud is shifting at an alarming rate, evolving from simple confidence tricks to sophisticated, technology-enabled schemes. The threat is no longer a distant possibility but an omnipresent risk in the digital age. This report serves as a critical guide, designed to empower individuals with the knowledge to identify, avoid, and respond […]
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Surge in Inflows Places Spotlight on Stablecoins, USDT & USDC, Tether and Circle
In the third quarter of 2025, stablecoins experienced an explosive wave of growth. Net inflows soared to nearly $46 billion, marking a sharp rise from the $10 billion recorded in the previous quarter. This dramatic surge highlights the growing trust in dollar-pegged assets amid ongoing market volatility. Investors are clearly moving toward assets that combine […]
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5 Powerful Ways to Combine TIPS and Stocks for Optimal Growth
In the world of investing, a fundamental challenge exists: how to generate long-term wealth while protecting it from the insidious effects of inflation. While stocks have historically served as the primary engine for capital appreciation, their returns can be volatile, and they can be severely impacted by periods of high inflation. Conversely, traditional bonds provide […]
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