Budgets & Resources

It’s no secret that Americans all over the country are struggling financially. Rising interest rates, the inflated cost of consumer goods, and the thread of a recession have many feeling as though they’ll never be on firm financial footing again. Our Budgets & Resources pieces are designed to help, whether you need government assistance or want to find a way to bring extra income into your home.

Taking control of your financial life is key to self-reliance. These resources will give you actionable tools you need to make progress. Combine them with our Daylight Dailies and Together We Soar stories and you’ll be armed to make the best decisions possible for your family.

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CFPB’s Overdraft Fee Rules: A $5 Billion Consumer Win

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new rule on overdraft fees could save Americans billions, but faces industry pushback and an uncertain future. At a Glance ...
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Biden’s Unexpected Move: Addressing Nonviolent Offender Sentences and Pardons

President Joe Biden's historic clemency effort commutes sentences for 1,500 individuals and pardons 39, marking the largest single-day act in modern U.S. history. At a...
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Exploring the Impact of Rising Hospice Costs on Seniors’ End-of-Life Decisions

A Canadian couple faced a devastating choice when rising hospice care costs led to the suggestion of euthanasia as an option. At a Glance Fred...
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What’s at Stake for Sanctuary Cities Ignoring Federal Deportation Directives?

Tom Homan, Trump's incoming border czar, issues a stark warning to sanctuary cities: comply with deportation policies or face potential felony charges. At a Glance ...
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New York AG Stands Firm: No Dismissal for Trump’s Fraud Case

New York Attorney General Letitia James has firmly rejected Donald Trump's request to dismiss the $486 million civil fraud case against him, despite his...
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New Amendment Proposed: Could Supreme Court Term Limits Transform Accountability?

Senators Joe Manchin and Peter Welch propose a constitutional amendment to limit Supreme Court Justices' terms, aiming to restore public trust in the nation's...
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Federal Court Decision Sparks Uncertainty for DACA Recipients’ Healthcare Access

A federal court in North Dakota has halted the extension of Obamacare benefits to DACA recipients, sparking renewed debate over healthcare access for undocumented...
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Black Lives Matter’s Provocative Response to Systemic Injustice: What’s Next?

Daniel Penny's acquittal in the death of Jordan Neely sparks calls for 'black vigilantes' from BLM leader Hawk Newsome, igniting a firestorm of controversy...
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Supreme Court’s Decision on Gag Order in High-Profile Manhattan Trial

The Supreme Court has upheld a gag order in Donald Trump's Manhattan trial, dealing a blow to the former president's legal strategy. At a Glance ...
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Exploring the Impact of Totalitarian Ideologies in Education

House passes bill to educate students on communism's dark history, sparking debate on curriculum priorities. At a Glance The Crucial Communism Teaching Act passed the...

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