Politics

The California High-Speed Rail (CHSR) project has long been heralded as a transformative infrastructure venture, aimed at revolutionizing travel between the frenetic urban landscapes of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Nevertheless, the project has been mired in controversy, political gamesmanship, and escalating costs, which have skyrocketed from an original estimation of $33 billion to a

In a political landscape that has often sidelined the needs and voices of Native American tribes, the reintroduction of the Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act represents not just an opportunity, but a necessity. The bill aims to amend persistent inequities within the federal tax code, fostering a more equitable environment for over 170 tribal

In recent years, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has emerged as a battleground for political maneuvering and ideological clashes, epitomized by the ongoing struggles over who should lead this crucial agency. With no permanent commissioner in place, the IRS appears adrift, weighed down by its own bureaucratic complexities and the contentious political environment surrounding it.

In the complex landscape of Louisiana’s fiscal policies, an intriguing battle over proposed tax cuts has unfolded, highlighting the stark contrasts in economic philosophy between lawmakers and advocacy groups. The Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee, under the leadership of Republican Senator Franklin Foil, made a pivotal decision to halt two significant tax cut bills,

In a significant turn of events, BlackRock Inc. has recently been reinstated to Texas’ investment arena after being banished from its list of companies that “boycott” fossil fuels. For three long years, the world’s largest asset manager endured the repercussions of Texas’ backlash against its perceived green agenda. This pivotal change not only highlights the

The ongoing discussion surrounding the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap is emblematic of a broader struggle in American tax policy—one that intertwines regionalism with fiscal responsibility. The recent House proposal to increase the SALT deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000 might seem like a political concession aimed at healing rifts within the GOP,

In the world of academia and education management, mergers and acquisitions often appear as brilliant alliances aimed at innovating and expanding horizons. Yet the recent failure of the University of Idaho (UI) to acquire the University of Phoenix (UoP) highlights several pitfalls that should evoke caution. This failed transaction sends a clear message: not all

In the current political climate, the complexities surrounding infrastructure funding have never been more pressing. The central crux of the issue lies within a system heavily reliant on public debt to support crucial projects, creating a bottleneck that limits new developments and innovations. According to Jon Phillips, CEO of the Global Infrastructure Investor Association, the

The political landscape on the West Coast, particularly in Washington, Oregon, and California, is grappling with some profound fiscal challenges as they stare down a projected $12 billion deficit by fiscal 2026. Despite avowedly progressive policies, Democratic leaders find themselves in a perilous position, confronted with the grim realities of diminished revenue projections. California Governor

Harvard University, long regarded as a titan in the realm of higher education and a prestigious name in the municipal bond market, is currently at a crossroads that has initiated a notable shift in investor sentiment. As the institution grapples with unprecedented legal and political battles with the Trump administration, its bonds—historically viewed as a