The Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s emergency request to freeze $2 billion in foreign aid, with a ruling that reflects a close scrutiny of his government initiatives.

The Trump administration is proposing a new approach to measuring economic growth, igniting discussions around government spending's role in GDP calculations. Experts express concern about the potential implications of this change amidst signs of economic slowdown.

Comments from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick about potentially changing how GDP data is reported have caused concerns about governmental influence over federal statistics, especially in the context of a possible recession.

Officials from Elon Musk's DOGE Service proposed using IRS tax records to check federal benefits payments for fraud, prompting legal and privacy concerns within the IRS.

With looming budget negotiations in Congress that might impact Social Security funding, there are concerns regarding potential cuts to the program. The Biden administration's spending proposals face scrutiny as lawmakers weigh spending reductions. Experts are closely monitoring discussions about raising the retirement age and the implications for beneficiaries.