Minnesota’s top financial officer says uncertainty surrounding federal funding and the economic effects of immigration enforcement activity could soon create financial challenges for cities across the state.
Facing renewed concerns over its ability to cover payroll, New Orleans officials are signaling that the city may soon need additional financial assistance from the state.
Gov. Katie Hobbs’ new $17.7 billion budget proposal for Arizona is drawing heat for continuing what critics call an unsustainable trend of runaway general fund spending.
When Congress returns next week, lawmakers will have less than a month to pass the remaining nine appropriations bills funding federal agencies for fiscal year 2026.
