GOP Rep. Buck Criticizes Deteriorating GOP Congress

TL/DR - The Republican party took control of the US House of Representatives in the 118th Congress and aimed to check the Biden administration, however, gridlock and internal conflict have impacted its efficacy. Colorado Rep. Ken Buck, a conservative Republican, is the latest to announce his departure, narrowing the Republican majority and

Pence Will Not Endorse Trump for 2024: ‘No Surprise’

TL/DR - Former Vice President Mike Pence has publicly stated that he will not endorse Donald Trump for the 2024 general election due to "profound differences" in their views on a range of issues, including national deficit and abortion. He also refuses to endorse Trump due to events on January 6, 2021, which endangered his family's life and

Solar PV Manufacturing Gains from Inflation Reduction Act

TL/DR - The US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has had a positive impact on the solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry by stabilizing pricing and enhancing the dollar’s purchasing power, thereby making renewable energy technologies more affordable. The IRA has led to job creation, improved trade relations, increased use of renewable energy,…

US Medicaid Recoups Costs from Deceased’s Estates

TL/DR - The US federal government requires every state to recover money from the assets of deceased individuals who relied on Medicaid, a taxpayer-funded health insurance for low-income Americans, during their final years. The home of the deceased, however, is subject to the estate recovery process if the individual was above 55 and used Medicaid…