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  • The “Big Beautiful” Bonus for Our Border Agents: A $5.25 Billion State Accountability Plan

    A new proposal outlines a plan to deliver a $50,000 bonus to every agent, soldier, and officer on the front lines of the border crisis, paid out over three years. By holding specific states financially accountable, the plan aims to create a powerful incentive for cooperation in federal immigration enforcement and ensure reimbursement for the costs incurred by the nation as a whole.

    The total cost, estimated at $5.25 billion, would be funded entirely by the ten states with the largest populations of unauthorized immigrants: California, Texas, Florida, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, North Carolina, Georgia, Washington, and Arizona. The other 40 states would be explicitly exempt from this financial obligation.

    This plan recognizes the immense contributions of approximately 105,000 individuals across the key agencies that have shouldered the burden of the crisis.

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  • Big Beautiful Bill: Critiquing Expenditures & Rescissions with a New Federalism Vision

    This article will dissect key components of the bill, reinforcing a fiscally conservative perspective focused on efficiency, market-based solutions, and a reduction in federal overreach.

    A recurring theme will be the devolution of certain programs and responsibilities to the states. It is important to note that many of the responsibilities envisioned for state management are relatively minor in scope, aiming to return local control over local matters. However, even in these areas, and certainly in any more significant transfers, fiscal prudence is paramount. This necessary shift away from federal overreach cannot be a license for states to engage in fiscal malfeasance, particularly when such actions have broader national implications, such as contributing to inflationary pressures through unfunded liabilities or chronic deficit spending.

    To ensure accountability without fostering inter-state conflict, any transfer of responsibilities must be accompanied by a carefully designed mechanism for mutual accountability. This system would involve regular reviews, based on clear, objective, and pre-agreed metrics, of state performance in managing these devolved areas. Should a state demonstrably and significantly mismanage its obligations, leading to measurable negative externalities for other states – for example, by directly exacerbating national inflation through irresponsible fiscal policies directly tied to these devolved functions – a transparent and impartially administered penalty system could be considered. Such penalties, if ever deemed necessary, should be narrowly targeted and proportionate, based on an automatic formula and/or pardons, to avoid politicization and ensure they serve as a corrective measure rather than a tool for “financial war.” The primary goal is to incentivize sound governance, not to create adversarial relationships between states.

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  • This “Beautiful Bill”? A Recipe for Disaster.

    This “Beautiful Bill”? A Recipe for Disaster.

    The recent unveiling of the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” demands a critical eye, not a rubber stamp, especially from those who champion fiscal responsibility and effective governance. While packaged with appealing promises, a closer look reveals a proposal that misses the mark on several fundamental issues and unwisely bundles disparate policies into a take-it-or-leave-it behemoth.

    Let’s start with the much-touted tax cuts. The claim of putting more money in Americans’ pockets rings hollow when we consider the crushing weight of our national debt. As Rep. Thomas Massie has rightly pointed out, the annual federal interest burden alone equates to losing a full IRA for every citizen. This doesn’t even factor in the hidden tax of inflation, exacerbated by out-of-control spending and unfunded liabilities in states like California, which silently devalues every dollar we earn. Barking up the “tax cut” tree while the fiscal house is on fire is a distraction. Frankly, many Americans would likely pay more in taxes if it meant a serious crackdown on rampant fraud. Where are the arrests? We see endless talk, perhaps even obscure “DOGE research” initiatives, yet tangible results in holding fraudsters accountable are conspicuously absent. This needs to change.

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  • Okay, Let’s Actually Fix Immigration: Apps, Accountability, and Opportunity

    So, the U.S. has this ongoing challenge with lots of people crossing the border illegally. We need to get a handle on it, but we also want America to stay strong, prosperous, and basically open to folks who want to be here the right way. People act like this is rocket science, but honestly? A practical fix using tech we already have isn’t that far-fetched.

    Using Apps for Smarter Immigration (It’s Just Common Sense)

    Apps can help manage the whole immigration process, keep track of people, and make communication way easier. This isn’t about slamming the door shut; it’s about having a system that actually works and is fair.

    Two Lanes: Handling Things Fairly but Firmly

    The main idea here is to treat people differently based on their record:

    1. Folks Just Looking for a Shot (Non-Violent): Let’s be real, a lot of people come here illegally just wanting a better life. That drive is kind of what America’s built on, right? If someone hasn’t committed violent crimes, let’s be decent about it.

    * Get the Paperwork Started: Let them start the *legal* application process, maybe even while they’re still here. If it looks like they’ll probably get approved anyway, why go through the whole drama and expense of deporting them just to have them apply from outside? Let technology help manage their case.

    * Managed Transition (If Deportation is Necessary): Okay, if deportation is required by the rules for non-violent folks, the process itself needs to be respectful. Crucially, this isn’t about just ‘dumping’ them and forgetting about it. The U.S. still has a responsibility to manage this transition properly. The idea is to handle their departure in a way that still keeps the possibility of legal return clearly defined and accessible. We should leverage technology (like that app we talked about) to provide them with clear information before and after departure on exactly how they can apply legally from abroad and track requirements. Think of it as respectfully managing their exit while keeping the lines open and providing the tools for a legal comeback if they qualify down the road. We need to keep tabs on their potential re-application status through the system. And importantly, even after they’ve left, there needs to be a dedicated 1-800 emergency hotline they can call if they face a serious crisis overseas. This provides a crucial safety net.

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