Congress Can't Fund America, But Funds War Just Fine
As Congress fumbles towards a shutdown, impacting federal workers and threatening basic services (as reported by The Independent), the media frames this as an unfortunate byproduct of partisan squabbling over food stamps. What they meticulously omit is the seamless, bipartisan consensus when it comes to funneling billions in 'aid' abroad. For instance, in April 2024, HR 8035 alone authorized
$26.38 billion in emergency security assistance to Israel, passing with overwhelming bipartisan support (OpenSecrets.org data lists numerous recipients from both parties). So, while federal employees face unpaid bills and programs for vulnerable Americans teeter on the brink, the financial spigot for foreign military operations remains wide open. One might ask, if Congress can consistently find
tens of billions for weapons manufacturers and geopolitical chess in a matter of days, why does American renters' inability to pay for housing become a crisis of 'division' rather than a crisis of priorities?