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House Republicans Push to Abolish IRS and Implement National Sales Tax

House Republicans are renewing efforts to introduce a national sales tax and abolish the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), framing the measure as a way to ensure illegal immigrants contribute taxes. Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA) will unveil the FairTax Act of 2025 on Thursday, a bill designed to overhaul the U.S. tax system by replacing the federal income tax with a 23% national sales tax.

California Wildfires Expose Insurance Gaps Amid Rising Costs

California’s ongoing wildfire crisis has left residents grappling with destruction and an increasingly fragile insurance market.

College Costs Are Falling at Public Schools, Student Debt Decreases

College costs are dropping, especially at public universities, where tuition and student debt have declined significantly over the past decade. According to the College...

Drivers Alter License Plates to Avoid NYC Congestion Toll

As New York City’s congestion toll system takes effect, reports have emerged of drivers altering license plates to evade the fee. The toll, which charges $9 during peak hours and $2.25 during off-peak hours for vehicles entering Manhattan’s central business district, officially began on Sunday.

Chicago, New York City Tied For Worst Traffic in the United States

Chicago and New York City tied for the title of the U.S. cities with the worst traffic congestion in 2024, according to INRIX's annual Global Traffic Scorecard.

Business Confidence Hits 18-Month High as Optimism Surges

The election of Donald Trump to a second presidential term is fueling a wave of economic optimism, with business confidence reaching its highest level in 18 months. S&P Global’s latest data reveals accelerated growth across the services sector, underscoring the positive impact of Trump’s anticipated pro-business policies.

Michigan to Clear 400 Acres of Forest For Solar Panel Farm

Republican lawmakers in Michigan are voicing strong opposition to a plan by the state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to clear over 400 acres of forest in Otsego County to make way for a solar panel farm.

First Business Closes as a Result of Seattle’s Minimum Wage Increase

Seattle’s minimum wage, which rose to $20.76 per hour on January 1, has proven too costly for some business owners, resulting in the closure of a long-standing small business and highlighting broader economic consequences of such policies.

Americans Continue Moving to Red States

U-Haul released data from one-way moves of 2024, finding that several of the states with the greatest number of incoming residents are Republican-led.

Biden Preparing to Ban Offshore Oil Drilling

President Joe Biden is reportedly preparing to ban offshore oil drilling, according to Bloomberg.

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