NPR Economy
The U.S. national debt hits $40 trillion, and Congress is still arguing about whether to cut spending or raise taxes, with no one willing to touch Social Security or Medicare.
SpaceNews
Pentagon's missile defense program faces a 2027 funding cliff, and the general in charge is basically saying, 'Figure it out, or no money.' Also, they're digging dirt.
The Atlantic
Anthea Hartig gets grilled by Congress over patriotism, complexity, and a long-dead exhibit - because nothing says 'rigorous inquiry' like asking if you love your country six times.
Grist
Congress is turning HUD's sluggish disaster aid into a permanent program, shrinking the 'valley of death' between FEMA help and housing recovery from years to a mere crack.
The Hill
Four million Americans dropped ACA plans after subsidies expired and premiums went double-digit. Analysts say it's the cost. Congress says 'oops.'
BBC World
Trump says everyone ignored the War Powers Resolution, which is mostly false, but he's not entirely wrong - just mostly.
NYT Health
Obamacare enrollment plummets after Congress lets subsidies expire, proving once again that health care is only 'affordable' when someone else pays for it.
The Guardian
King Charles III heads to Washington to gently suggest climate action to the one world leader who treats the topic like a bad smell.
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