Podcasts about Fiscal year

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The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026, was highlighted by a controversial budget reconsideration for public safety, a significant land-use decision in Rio Linda, and various community presentations and administrative approvals.   Budget Reconsideration: Sheriff's POP Team The most contentious item involved the reconsideration of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget specifically to address the Sheriff's Problem Oriented Policing (POP) team. Restoration of Funding: Following a 3-2 vote (with Supervisors Serna and Kennedy dissenting), the Board moved to restore approximately $3 million for the POP team by reducing the county's General Fund contingency. Public Debate: Business owners and community members strongly supported the restoration, arguing the POP team provides vital proactive crime prevention and addresses quality-of-life issues like illegal fireworks and encampments. Conversely, social service advocates and community organizers opposed the move, arguing that the budget should prioritize the "social safety net"—including foster youth services and mental health—rather than "bloated" law enforcement budgets. Procedural Context: The Board emphasized that a broader discussion on the final budget, including the potential restoration of other cut programs like Birth and BEYOND, will occur during the September budget revision.
 Planning and Land Use: Chandra Commons The Board held a public hearing regarding the Chandra Commons Apartments in Rio Linda, focusing on a request to remove 2007 zoning conditions that required the site to be developed as "for-sale" units (condominiums). Developer's Argument: The applicant argued that for-sale units are no longer financially feasible due to high construction costs and a lack of market comparables in the area. Community Opposition: Numerous residents opposed the shift to rental apartments, citing concerns over high density, increased traffic on Dry Creek Road, potential property value decreases, and environmental contaminants from the site's former use as a wrecking yard. Decision: Despite Supervisor Rodriguez's motion to deny the request to protect homeownership opportunities, the Board voted 3-1 to support the staff recommendation, effectively removing the "for-sale" requirement and allowing the developer to proceed with market-rate rentals. Consent Calendar and Administrative Highlights Election Certification: During public comments on the consent calendar, several residents questioned election integrity and non-citizen voting. The Registrar of Voters clarified that all registrations are vetted through a statewide database that confirms citizenship via DMV and Social Security records before information ever reaches the county level.
 Impact Fee Offset Program: A proposal to expand this program for affordable housing was continued to July 28 to allow for the participation of the full Board, as Supervisors Rodriguez and Hume expressed concerns about using General Fund dollars to subsidize private developers during a deficit. Airport Improvements: The Board approved architectural amendments for the Sacramento International Airport, leading to a discussion on finding "efficiencies of scale" by seeking volume discounts for major equipment maintenance, such as chillers, across all county facilities. Mental Health: The Board approved the expansion of school-based mental health programs to 35 additional school sites. Public Hearings and Departmental Reports One-Year Action Plan (HUD): Staff presented the 2027 plan for federal entitlement funding (CDBG/HOME), which estimates $6.55 million for projects focusing on ADA park improvements, pedestrian safety (e.g., safe routes to schools), and senior services like Meals on Wheels. Sacramento Welcome Home: The Department of Child, Family and Adult Services (DCFAS) provided its quarterly report on temporary foster youth stays, noting a stabilization in operations and zero staff injuries this quarter due to enhanced training and a proactive partnership with the Sheriff's Department. Service Assessments: The Board approved annual service charges for Zone 3 mobility programs and Landscape Maintenance District Zone 4, despite a "no" vote from Supervisor Rodriguez regarding the use of road funds to supplement the landscape district's budget gap. Community Recognitions The meeting included a presentation for Parks and Recreation Month, highlighting a new $25 summer annual pass for families. The Board also recognized Probation Supervision Week, with staff and supervisors sharing stories of the department's positive impact on rehabilitation and community safety.   The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

On this week's edition of the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast, State Transportation Director Bradley C. Wieferich talks about the Fiscal Year 2027 budget agreement reached last week between Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and legislative leaders.The budget negotiations also produced an agreement to advance Senate Bill 71 to the governor's desk.  The bill ensures that unauthorized individuals who illegally climb or breach restricted portions of the Mackinac Bridge will face enhanced penalties.Wieferich also offers an update on the Rebuilding Michigan program with many projects completed but some major work ongoing across the state, including I-94 west of Detroit, another segment of I-475 in Genesee County, an extension of the US-23 Flex Route in Livingston County, I-96 in Ionia County and I-94 in Berrien County.

Send us a text and chime in!The Arizona Department of Gaming (Department) announced today that with Governor Hobbs' signature on Senate Bill 1671, the Department has received continuation approval by the Arizona State Legislature, which periodically reviews state agencies for performance and authority. Additionally, through Senate Bill 1847 and the state's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, the Department's Division of Problem Gambling received expanded expenditure authority, enabling additional investments in problem gambling prevention, education, treatment, and recovery services across Arizona. “Arizona first established the Department of Gaming in 1995 – and more than thirty years later, we remain excited about world-class regulation benefiting the entire state,” said...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/arizona-department-of-gaming-continues-operations-with-new-legislation/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

On this episode, we discuss some of the new laws that took effect in Illinois.

Today a total of 131 new laws, of the greater than 200 signed by Governor DeSantis, (stemming from this year's legislative session) will take effect. Here's a look at the highest profile and likely most impactful changes taking place starting today.

Send us a text and chime in!Surprise City Council approved funding to support the Neighborhood Grant Program that provides eligible neighborhoods with small grants to fund neighborhood events, functions, or community improvements. Recognizing an opportunity to encourage community engagement and further strengthen relationships with communities in Surprise, the City designated ,000 to support the grant program for Fiscal Year 2027. To be considered, projects must meet the following program criteria: Provide a public benefit Result in a product, which benefits a neighborhood or the larger Surprise community Be feasible for completion by June 2027 Involve the benefiting neighborhood in project identification, planning, and execution Emphasize neighborhood...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/surprise-neighborhood-grant-program-funding-approved/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

The CEO of Heart Aerospace describes the development of a hybrid-electric 30-seat regional commercial aircraft. In the news, a near miss at Boston Logan between a landing Delta Air Lines flight and a departing American Airlines flight, NASA's Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability 2050 (AACES) program, Canada’s purchase of F-35A fighters and possibly Saab Gripens, and Canada’s look at early-warning-radar planes. Guest Anders Forslund is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Heart Aerospace, formed to electrify short-haul regional aviation. Heart Aerospace is developing the ES-30, a hybrid-electric 30-seat regional commercial aircraft. Heart is currently in upstate New York, testing the X1 demonstrator aircraft, which the company says will be the largest electric aircraft ever to fly. The company is backed by Bill Gates' Breakthrough Ventures and Y Combinator, as well as operator/investors United Airlines and Air Canada. Anders explains Heart Aerospace’s mission to lower the cost of air travel and how their clean-sheet Part 25 airliner will achieve about a 40% reduction in overall operating costs. The ES-30 will be an electric-motor-and-turboprop hybrid, while the full-scale X1 prototype is all-electric. The X1 demonstrator has completed low-speed taxi testing at the company’s X1 flight-test base at Plattsburgh International Airport in upstate New York. First flight is expected shortly, with type certification planned for 2031. Video: Heart X1 Completes Low-Speed Taxi Testing https://youtu.be/5jkyKevsJNI?si=1xreSjh_gRcI6xu2 Anders tells us about the Heart team and how aerospace development has changed in the last decade. The company strives to manage uncertainty rather than minimize it, holds itself accountable, and sets falsifiable goals. Before starting Heart, Anders was an aerospace researcher at Chalmers, where he was a driving force behind the Elise-Electric Aviation research project in Sweden, funded by the Swedish innovation agency Vinnova. He spent 2013-2014 at MIT, where his work on geometric variation of aerospace components was awarded the Charles M. Manly Memorial Medal. He is also a founding member of the Nordic Network for Electric Aviation. Anders has a Ph.D. in Aerospace Product Development and a B.Sc. in Engineering Physics from Chalmers. He has a dual M.Sc. in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University and Luleå University, as part of the SpaceMaster program. He is also a member of Prince Daniel’s Fellowship for young entrepreneurs. Follow Heart Aerospace on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. Aviation News Horrifying Near Miss at Boston Logan as Quick-Thinking Delta Air Pilots Go Around to Avoid Landing On Top of American Airlines Boeing 737 Delta Air Lines flight DL-2351, an Airbus A319 flying from Dallas, was landing at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), was cleared to land on runway 33L. Moments later, American Airlines flight AA-3161, a Boeing 737-800, was cleared to take off for Charlotte from intersecting runway 27. The pilots repeated the instruction back to the controller, and after about 40 seconds, started the takeoff. As Delta flight 2351 was about to touch down, the pilots saw the American Airlines plane and executed a go-around. That was followed by the air traffic controller asking the American flight, “American, where are you going?” Listen to the Incident Audio via @xJonNYC. Electra reveals 100-seat hybrid-electric aircraft concept Electra developed the concept under NASA's Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability 2050 (AACES) program. NASA has commissioned industry and academia to “develop transformative aircraft designs, propulsion technologies, and sustainability solutions for commercial aviation by 2050.” Electra's large airliner concept features a wide “double-bubble” fuselage that generates lift. Propulsion comes from two turbofans under the wings that produce thrust and electricity, as well as three fans mounted on the top of the aft fuselage. Electra says those fans would “ingest and re-energise slower-moving air over the fuselage, a technique known as boundary layer ingestion.” Other AACES participants include the Georgia Institute of Technology with the Liquefied Natural Gas Powered Athena Aircraft Concept, and JetZero with a hydrogen fueled blended wing body design. Congress Questions Air Force's Combat Rescue Readiness As HH-60W Helicopters Get Turned Into VIP Transports The Senate Armed Services Committee filed S. 4784, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA), which establishes funding levels and authorities for the U.S. military. The 66th annual NDAA supports a total of $1.15 trillion in FY 2027 funding for national defense. In its report [PDF], the Committee expresses concern “about combat search and rescue (CSAR) force structure in the Air Force. In recent years, the Air Force truncated the buy of HH-60Ws and has since transferred 26 HH-60Ws from units responsible for CSAR operations to the Air Force District Washington (AFDW) to replace H-1 helicopters. AFDW uses these helicopters to support contingency response, homeland operations, and ceremonial honors in the National Capital Region. “The committee believes that these actions have left CSAR forces unnecessarily short of the forces needed to support CSAR operations in a major contingency. Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of the Air Force to conduct a study of CSAR requirements and capabilities, including HH-60Ws and HC-130Js, and provide a report and briefing on that study to the congressional defense committees, not later than March 31, 2027. “Furthermore, the committee directs the Secretary to avoid making any changes in CSAR force structure until the study is completed and he or she has provided the results of that study to the Congress.” Canada Plans Fleet Surge to 140+ Fighters as Low Cost Gripens Reduce Expenses According to informed sources, the Royal Canadian Air Force plans to grow its fighter fleet to 140, possibly by purchasing Saab Gripen jets. Canada has planed to purchase 88 F-35A fighters, but that could drop to 70, accompanied by 70 Gripens. Saab offered to establish final assembly, maintenance, and long-term industrial support in Canada. This would transfer technology and intellectual property to Canada. Under the F-35 program, sustainment and software updates are centralized in the United States. Canada to buy Swedish surveillance plane over US models Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada would not purchase early-warning-radar planes from the United States. Instead, they will purchase Saab’s GlobalEye, which is based on the Bombardier Global 6500 jet, manufactured in Canada. Price and fleet size were not announced. Saab said in a statement that as part of any deal, the company would invest in research and development work in Canada. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, and David Vanderhoof.

The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) Board of Directors meeting on June 17, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, significant ordinance changes, and a long-term strategy to address ongoing board quorum issues. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Final Budget The Board unanimously approved (12-0) a $372 million operating budget and a  $486 million capital budget. Funding and Reserves: District Engineer Christoph Dobson clarified that new positions are funded through operating revenues rather than reserves. Bond Adjustment: Bond revenues on the treatment side were reduced from $150 million to $100 million because the district received over $50 million in state grant funding for the Harvest Water project. Salinity Concerns: In response to inquiries about generating chlorine on-site to save costs, staff explained that this would create waste salt streams that would increase salinity in the Delta, potentially violating the district's permits and environmental values. Ordinance and Contract Approvals Consolidated Ordinance: The Board adopted amendments to combine the previous treatment and collections ordinances into one unified SacSewer ordinance. The new rules update industrial impact fees for consistency and lower liquid waste haul rates to incentivize haulers to bring waste directly to the treatment plant. Sedimentation Tank Project: A $3.448 million contract was awarded for the rehabilitation of secondary sedimentation tanks 10 and 16. Bid Protest: The Board overruled a formal protest from Euro Style Management, which argued the low bidder lacked specific experience in municipal wastewater facilities. Staff and County Counsel maintained that the low bidder's experience with other public agencies was equivalent in magnitude and character, making the bid responsive. Board Quorum and Governance Challenges The Board held an extensive discussion regarding frequent difficulties in reaching a quorum for its 17-member body. Structural Issues: Because the five Sacramento County Supervisors are members by default and have no alternates, their absence—combined with current vacancies in the City of Sacramento—frequently puts the board at risk of being unable to conduct business. Potential Solutions: Suggestions included moving to a different time slot or location, though Director Dickinson cautioned that moving meetings away from the City Council Chambers would increase costs due to declining cable television revenues. Ad Hoc Committee: The Board signaled support for forming an ad hoc committee to study governance changes, such as creating a tiered membership system or allowing high-level staff to serve as alternates, which would require state legislation. Harvest Water Project Update Staff provided a quarterly report on the Harvest Water program, which is now 80% grant-funded ($417 million in total awards). Construction Progress: Pipeline construction is largely complete, including street surfacing in Elk Grove and the south county area. Pump Delay: The main pumping station faces a schedule slip; delivery of large, complicated pumps is now expected in November 2026 due to fabrication challenges. Commissioning is targeted for early 2027 with water delivery beginning in May 2027. Ecological Benefits: The district is conducting "crane forage field trials" to study how inundating fields for bird habitats affects water seepage and mineral levels. Administrative and Personnel District Engineer Dobson introduced two new section managers: Pat Flaherty (Risk Manager), who previously served the City of Sacramento for 20 years, and Chris Borders (Human Resources Manager), a 15-year public sector veteran. The meeting was adjourned at the conclusion of these matters.

The Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA) Board of Directors meeting on June 18, 2026, focused on the adoption of the annual budget, a report on staff vacancies, and the approval of resolutions for property acquisitions related to levee improvements. Staff Vacancies and Recruitment The Board reviewed the annual report on staff vacancies, recruitment, and retention as required under AB-2561. Executive Director Jason Campbell reported an overall vacancy rate of 11% for the period of June 2025 through May 2026. Because the vacancy rate did not exceed the 20% threshold in any bargaining unit, no changes to existing policies or recruitment goals were triggered. The Board unanimously approved the report. FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget The Board held a public hearing and adopted Resolution 2026-059 for the $104 million recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Key financial highlights include: Capital Program: A large portion of the budget, approximately $70.6 million, is dedicated to capital projects, including real estate and utility relocations. Reserves and Contingencies: The agency maintains $11.45 million in general reserves (roughly 11% of the budget) and a 5% contingency built into the funds. Funding Sources: Revenue includes anticipated bond proceeds of over $50 million and $16 million in state reimbursements. Project Focus: Approximately 80% of project spending is associated with the American River Common Features and Natomas projects. Resolutions of Necessity (Eminent Domain) The Board considered two Resolutions of Necessity for properties required for the Natomas Levee Improvements project. These resolutions are required to initiate eminent domain proceedings if a voluntary agreement cannot be reached by June 30, 2026. 5625 East Levee Road: This acquisition involves fee interest and easements for the West Levee component of the project. An initial vote failed to meet the required two-thirds (nine-member) threshold because the Board was one vote short of the necessary quorum for such an action. 5311 East Levee Road: Similar to the first property, this acquisition is for levee widening and seepage berm construction. To resolve the quorum issue for these high-threshold votes, the Board took a 15-minute recess to wait for the arrival of Director Pluckebaum. Upon his arrival, the Board reconsidered and approved both resolutions with nine votes, while Director Muñoz abstained from both items. Staff emphasized that negotiations with the property owners would continue even as the legal proceedings were initiated. Administrative Matters Consent Calendar: Items 1 through 16 were approved unanimously without being pulled for separate discussion. Closed Session: The Board chose to forego a scheduled closed session as the items had been heard previously on multiple occasions. Next Meeting: The next SAFCA Board meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2026.

In this episode, we dissect the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, focusing on how the Speed and Forge Acts are driving a massive legislative pivot toward streamlined defense acquisition reform. We explore critical updates including the new statutory definition of "best value," significant threshold increases for mandatory cost data and Cost Accounting Standards, and the strategic push to eliminate supply chain reliance on covered nations. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.

The second Trump administration has outpaced the first one in terms of executive orders signed by the president, but this current tenure has put more focus on government contracting than before. Stephanie Kostro, president of the Professional Services Council, starts out this episode with Nick and Ross by providing historical context to that statement. Then the discussion turns to President Trump's newest executive orders that focus on fixed-price contracts and artificial intelligence. Neither of those topics are new to the GovCon ecosystem, but executive orders bring them to the forefront like few other actions can. Kostro explains what contractors are looking to understand from those orders and how they likely will affect work with their customers. Also on the agenda: the Federal Acquisition Regulation overhaul, small businesses in today's landscape and the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 10, 2026, was primarily focused on the revision and approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by the County Executive and Chief Fiscal Officer, followed by reports from seven key departments and extensive public testimony. Fiscal Overview and Challenges Chief Fiscal Officer Amanda Thomas presented an $8.9 Billion all-funds spending plan, which represented a $101 million operating deficit driven by two primary factors: Structural Deficit: The ongoing reliance on one-time funding to pay for continuing costs. Federal HR 1 Impacts: Changes at the federal level that shifted approximately $50 million in costs to the county, particularly regarding Med-Cal eligibility, indigent care, and CalFresh administrative costs. To address the shortfall, the Board had previously directed departments to implement a 2.5% initial allocation reduction. Departmental Budget Presentations District Attorney (Tan Ho): Ho opposed a proposed $4.1 million reduction (14 positions), arguing his office was already "running on fumes". He emphasized that "vacant" positions were actually committed to law students slated to pass the bar and that cuts would force him to scale back misdemeanor prosecutions and the Community Prosecution unit. Sheriff's Office (Jim Cooper): The Sheriff contested a $13.7 million reduction (48 positions), asserting that while "core functions" like jails and contracts were mandated, the cuts would decimate "non-core" but vital public safety units such as POP (Problem Oriented Policing), HOT (Homeless Outreach Team), and Marine Enforcement. He highlighted that the county already has the fewest officers per capita in the region and response times are double the national average. Public Defender (Amanda Benson): Benson reported a 20% increase in criminal filings and a 300% increase in City Attorney cases. She warned that cutting mental health diversion and post-conviction representation units would lead to caseload overloads and increased county liability. Regional Parks (Liz Bellis): Bellis noted that while the park system has grown 70% in acreage since 1991, permanent staff has decreased by 15%. Proposed cuts included three park rangers (a 17% reduction to the Parkway patrol) and a 46% reduction in extra-help seasonal staff. Human Assistance (Ethan Dye): Dye focused on the impacts of HR 1 on CalFresh, noting that every dollar spent by the county now only draws down $3.44 in state/federal funds, compared to $5.67 previously. Health Services (Tim Letts): This department accounts for 70% of health spending via Behavioral Health. Letts highlighted growth for a new youth facility but noted intense pressure from the Mays Consent Decree, which requires significant staffing and infrastructure investments in correctional health. Public Comment and Deliberations Over 120 residents and officials provided testimony. Business leaders and community members strongly advocated for restoring the Sheriff's HOT and POP teams and the DA's Community Prosecutors, citing their effectiveness in addressing retail theft and homelessness. Conversely, many community advocates urged the Board to maintain the DA and Sheriff cuts, suggesting the DA could save millions by ending the pursuit of the death penalty. Others pleaded for the restoration of foster youth transportation (Hop Skip Drive) and prevention programs like Birth and BEYOND. Final Board Actions After extensive debate regarding the use of the 9.9 million in funding: Sheriff's Office: Restored funding for the Marine and HOT teams ($7,894,989), but notably did not include the POP team. District Attorney: Restored four Community Prosecutor positions (~$1.37 million) contingent on an MOU to ensure the funds are used for that specific purpose. Public Defender: Restored funding for critical caseload support ($649,076). The Board agreed to revisit other high-priority "prevention" programs—including foster youth transportation, Birth and BEYOND, and public health initiatives—during the September budget revision when final state funding numbers are clearer. The final action left the county with a remaining contingency of $6,330,683.  

Editor's Note: We experienced some technical audio issues during the recording of this episode. While every effort was made to improve the sound quality, listeners may notice occasional audio fluctuations throughout the conversation. Thank you for your understanding. Rob and Brittany welcome Congressman Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania's 17th District to the podcast. Deluzio is a Navy veteran, VFW member, and member of the House Armed Services Committee who continues to advocate for service members, veterans, and military families on Capitol Hill. Before the interview, VFW National Legislative Service Director Kristina Keenan and Associate Director Joy Craig join the show for an in-depth legislative update covering several key issues impacting veterans and military families. The discussion includes ongoing efforts to secure justice for victims of Camp Lejeune water contamination, implementation of the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act, progress on the Major Richard Star Act, and developments in the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Deluzio reflects on his path from the U.S. Naval Academy to military service and eventually Congress, discussing how veterans bring a mission-first mindset to public service. He shares his experiences serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, deploying to Iraq alongside Army units, and the importance of having veterans represented in government. The conversation explores military quality-of-life issues, including pay, housing, spouse employment, child care, and the challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life. Deluzio also discusses the importance of military credentialing programs, improving transition assistance, protecting veterans' benefits, and advancing legislation such as the Major Richard Star Act. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming 127th VFW National Convention in Reno, Nevada, and the launch of Ask the VFW, a new platform allowing listeners to submit questions directly to VFW subject matter experts. Have a question for the VFW? Visit https://vfw.org/AskTheVFW or go to the Ask the VFW page to submit your question for a future episode.   Featured Guests: Chris Deluzio – U.S. Representative (PA-17), Navy Veteran, VFW Member Kristina Keenan – Director, VFW National Legislative Service Joy Craig – Associate Director, VFW National Legislative Service   Episode Highlights: 0:00 Intro and Roll Call 2:58 Camp Lejeune Justice Act and toxic exposure advocacy 7:36 VA Home Loan Program Reform Act implementation 11:54 Major Richard Star Act update and discharge petition progress 19:33 NDAA overview and military quality-of-life priorities 26:53 Military pay raises, transition assistance, and credentialing reforms 47:19 Congressman Chris Deluzio joins the podcast 47:39 Military service and path to Congress 50:44 Veterans in government and public service 52:17 NDAA priorities and military readiness 54:18 Quality-of-life challenges facing service members and families 57:15 Military transition and civilian credentialing 59:15 Major Richard Star Act discussion 1:03:24 Deluzio's perspective as a VA health care user 1:06:58 Introducing Ask the VFW 1:09:10 Good of the Order – Looking ahead to the VFW National Convention

Between GameStop and Ryan Cohen's clownery and new Xbox leadership's 100-day death march, it's another grim moment for the game industry. Former OpenAI head (now Xbox CEO) Asha Sharma laments the hardware crisis caused by… AI. We're all trying to find the guy that did this, after all. Look… Sharma is no doubt a sin eater, but as she perches herself on the glass cliff, how many people will suffer? Also: Ubisoft attempts to embargo news of studio closures and layoffs, Destiny 2 rides into the sunset, and… it's earnings time, so we get to talk about why profits don't save jobs. You can support Virtual Economy's growth via our Ko-Fi and also purchase Virtual Economy merchandise! TIME STAMPS [00:10:24] - Circana Report on U.S. Video Game Spending for April 2026 [00:21:33] - Sony FY2025 Consolidated Financial Results  [00:27:34] - Sega Consolidated Financial Results for FY2025-26 [00:31:20] - Nintendo Consolidated Financial Results for FY2025-26 [00:39:02] - Nintendo's Ongoing Patent Lawsuit Hits Another Snag [00:42:17] - Square Enix Consolidated Financial Results for FY2025-26 [00:45:37] - Capcom Consolidated Financial Results for FY2025-26 [00:51:01] - Embracer Group Financial Results for Q4 and Full Year FY2025-26 [00:53:21] - Take Two Financial Results for Q4 and Full Year FY2025-26 [01:05:52] - Investment Interlude [01:16:21] - Quick Hits [01:35:24] - Labor Report SOURCES FY2025 Consolidated Financial Results | Sony Sony raising prices on PS Plus | PlayStation on Twitter Sony Is Being Sued For Allegedly Retaining 'Substantial Windfall' Generated By 'Illegal' Tariffs | Kotaku Consolidated Results for the Years Ended March 31, 2025 and 2026 | Nintendo Notice Regarding Price Revisions for Nintendo Products and Services | Nintendo Nintendo's Ongoing Pokémon Patent Lawsuit Takes Another Hit | Kotaku Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2026 | Sega Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2026 | Square Enix Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2026 | Capcom Embracer Group publishes Interim Report Q4 | Embracer Group Opinion: Lars Wingefors is out of his mind | Game Developer Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Reports Results for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 | Take-Two INVESTMENT INTERLUDE eBay Rejects Unsolicited Proposal from GameStop | eBay GameStop increases stake in eBay to more than 6% | Reuters Sensor Tower acquires AppMagic | GamesIndustry Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada is back, but this time at his own studio backed by old fighting game rival SNK | Eurogamer Indika dev Odd Meter raises $5m to fund next project | GamesIndustry LABOR REPORT Xbox Plans Significant Layoffs as It Transforms Under New CEO | Bloomberg (Paywall) Bungie Plans Layoffs After Ending 'Destiny 2' Development | Bloomberg (Paywall) 2K lays off staff working on free-to-play shooter Project Ethos, while hinting at "new direction and focus" | GamesIndustry Report: WWE 2K26 dev Visual Concepts is laying off staff | Game Developer Last Flag studio lays off staff as game from Imagine Dragons brothers misses targets | GamesBeat MercurySteam "initiates a workforce adjustment process" | GamesIndustry Alliance Studios to close after 7 years of creating branded experiences within Fortnite | GamesBeat Team17 has laid off members of its marketing and communications department | Game Developer Merge Mansion dev Metacore lays off 159 employees, closes studios in Germany and Sweden | GamesIndustry Embracer-owned VR developer Vertigo Games closes Amsterdam studio | Game Developer Ubisoft is shutting down its Winnipeg studio | Mobile Syrup Ubisoft closing Winnipeg and Belgrade studios and making further layoffs | Game Developer Pokémon Go Scans Quietly Trained the Navigation Tech Now Headed Into Military Drones | Drone XL Double Fine is the latest team at Microsoft to unionize | PC Gamer

In this episode of North Port Now, we cover a proposed constitutional amendment that could significantly impact property tax funding and City services, explain what residents need to know about Business Tax Receipt renewals, and highlight the City's 95-gallon yard waste tote program.We also take a look at the North Port Aquatic Center's participation in the World's Largest Swim Lesson, a global event focused on drowning prevention and water safety awareness.Plus, City Manager Jerome Fletcher joins us for Commission Meeting Highlights to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 recommended budget, key takeaways from the recent budget workshops, and what comes next in the budget adoption process.Learn more:• Property Tax Information: NorthPortFL.gov/PropertyTax• Business Tax Receipts: NorthPortFL.gov/BTR• Yard Waste Totes: NorthPortFL.gov/YardWaste• World's Largest Swim Lesson: NorthPortFL.gov/WorldsLargestSwimLesson• City Commission Meetings & Budget Information: NorthPortFL.gov/MeetingsStay informed, stay engaged, and stay connected with North Port.

Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (6/11/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth is, or claiming they have the answer, is likely leading you astray, for one reason or another. Stay Vigilant. !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src="https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2q643"+(arguments[1].video?'.'+arguments[1].video:'')+"/?url="+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+"&args="+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, "script", "Rumble");   Rumble("play", {"video":"v78yzmk","div":"rumble_v78yzmk"}); Source Links (In Chronological Order): How Iran's Counter-Strikes On Israeli Bases Are Reshaping The Middle East TheLastAmericanVagabond TheLastAmericanVagabondChannel 06/01 12pm ET | The Fein Print - The Truth Is In The Fein Print How Iran's Counter-Strikes On Israeli Bases Are Reshaping The Middle East New Tab Exclusive: Political pressure threatens to undercut EPA science evaluating chemical safety for consumers, sources say | CNN Politics Exclusive: Political pressure threatens to undercut EPA science evaluating chemical safety for consumers, sources say | CNN Politics MAHA Bait and Switch? Trump's EPA Calls for Review of Fluoride Science While Ignoring Historic Ruling on Fluoride Federal Court Overturns Historic Fluoride Ruling as Trump Admin Fights to Keep Fluoride in the Water New Tab (9) Thomas Massie on X: "Hopefully, @TPUSA is still opposed to warrantless spying. A vote to extend the unconstitutional FISA 702 program *without warrants* will likely happen today in the House. I'll vote No." / X (9) Justin Amash on X: "“FISA is a critical tool that allows the U.S. government to spy on American citizens without a warrant in violation of the Fourth Amendment.” —Scott Bessent, translated" / X (9) Justin Amash on X: "There are so many things to criticize Democrats over, but here you are slamming them for blocking unconstitutional spying on Americans. You absolutely suck at this." / X (9) Derrick Evans on X: "I no longer care that the left is stealing elections. I care about the fact that Republicans have done NOTHING about the left stealing elections. Zero consequences for their actions. We are at the point of having to ask, are the Republicans in on it? https://t.co/aZoUHpQhHC" / X (9) Acyn on X: "Trump: They rigged the election. It's been proven. We have things that you won't believe. When we release the full files, you're not going to believe how crooked election was. https://t.co/0eWtQgBYNs" / X New Tab (9) Drop Site on X: "The Defense Intelligence Agency has reportedly raised its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to “critical” — its highest level, now placing the U.S. ally above some adversarial nations. American personnel in Israel discovered spyware on their phones. Targets of the https://t.co/B6GGSJrg4d" / X (9) Ron Paul on X: "Just days after news broke that the National Defense Authorization Act for next year would virtually merge the US and Israeli militaries, we now are hearing that the Intelligence Authorization Act is doing the same thing with the US Intelligence Community! Introduced by Sen." / X Text - S.4615 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 | Congress.gov | Library of Congress New NDAA (Further) Integrates US and Israeli Militaries & The Ongoing Axios/Iran War Deception (12) Ben Freeman on X: "Key provision buried at the very end of the just released House Defense funding bill

Washington, DC, June 11, 2026 —This month's podcast episode from the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) includes a brief overview of key public health funding included in the House of Representatives' the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) Appropriations bill, which was voted out of the subcommittee, has since passed the full committee on a party line vote, setting it up for a vote on the House floor. The Senate version has yet to be released. Speakers also shared resources related to the ongoing Andes virus and Ebola outbreaks, in addition to a New World screwworm detection.   On June 24, NACCHO will host a webinar, "Engaging Your Members of Congress", where participants will learn how they can educate policymakers on the critical role local health departments play in communities and how recent changes at the federal level have impacted public health across the country.    Later in the program (7:56), Tim Wiedrich, Director of the Health Response and Licensure Section at North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services and guest speaker at the 2026 Preparedness Summit, joined the podcast to discuss the state's model for building and deploying a medical cache, which is available to public health agencies and health care entities across the state during and outside of emergencies. Wiedrich explained that this statewide model ensures that, when a need arises, operations such as logistics, transportation, and supply distribution are already aligned across sectors, aiding in a timely and effective response. He also explained that having uniform protocols across jurisdictions, having access to trained staff, and involving stakeholders in the planning process, including local health department and emergency management, are all necessary steps in building a strong system for stockpile management and distribution.   Read more about North Dakota's approach to strengthening response efforts across the state in a special feature by Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO).   ###   About NACCHO The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) represents the over 3,300 local governmental health departments across the country. These city, county, metropolitan, district, and tribal departments work every day to protect and promote health and well-being for all people in their communities. For more information, visit www.naccho.org.

On this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Opening:• A Review of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request for DHS — House Homeland Security Committee• DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin pinpoints optimal CISA staffing levels — CyberScoop • DHS chief signals efforts to reshape CISA — The Record • CISA and Partners Release Fact Sheet on Securing Automatic Tank Gauge Systems• Industry Collaboration and Resilience is a Team Sport — Cyber Threat Alliance — 02 Jun 2026. This article is authored by the Executive Director of IT-ISAC and emphasizes the importance of collaboration across industry, government, and nonprofit organizations to improve cyber resilience. Main Topics:Safeguarding OUR SECRETS — IC3 — 03 Jun 2026. Five Eyes agencies warned that Chinese military intelligence services are using Western online job platforms and professional networking sites to recruit people with access to classified, privileged, or sensitive information. • Applicant Beware - Who Is Recruiting You? — NPSA — 03 Jun 2026“Patch Now!” Most organizations that miss 24-hour patch window report breaches. Gate 15 note: We've been discussing this a lot in recent exercises and meetings. The time to safely address Known Exploited Vulnerabilities is limited and decreasing. Attackers' speed is accelerating; exploited vulnerabilities are a major point of attack. CISA KEV & Other Threat Updates: AI! Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security — The White House — 02 Jun 2026• Opinion from Jen Easterly: The Government Is Finally Taking A.I. Risk Seriously • Mapping AI-enabled cyber threats: Insights from the LLM ATT&CK Navigator — Anthropic • What we learned mapping a year's worth of AI-enabled cyber threats — Anthropic Quick Hits:• Ransomware Group Claims Cyberattack on Buffalo Convention Center — Skift Meetings — 01 Jun 2026. Skift Meetings reports that the Akira ransomware group claimed it stole 46 gigabytes of data from the Buffalo Convention Center, including employee records, contracts, financial information, and personal data tied to approximately 180,000 individuals. • Knicks Watch Party at Garden Is Canceled, as Game 3 Security Ramps Up — The New York Times • FIFA World Cup 2026 Scams Are Already Here: Fake Tickets, Phishing Sites, and Crypto Cons Exposed • Hackers are hoping to score at the World Cup • At least 12 wounded near Ohio festival as police hunt multiple gunmen • Hurricane Season!• Software supply chain attacks: check your dependencies — NCSC

Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (6/7/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth is, or claiming they have the answer, is likely leading you astray, for one reason or another. Stay Vigilant. !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src="https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2q643"+(arguments[1].video?'.'+arguments[1].video:'')+"/?url="+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+"&args="+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, "script", "Rumble");   Rumble("play", {"video":"v78ruz8","div":"rumble_v78ruz8"}); Source Links (In Chronological Order): Do financial incentives linked to ownership of specialty hospitals affect physicians' practice patterns? - PubMed Do Physicians' Financial Incentives Affect Medical Treatment and Patient Health? - PMC Association Between Reimbursement Incentives and Physician Practice in Oncology A Systematic Review - PMC The Case Against Fee-for-Service Health Care | Third Way Johns Hopkins study suggests medical errors are third-leading cause of death in U.S. | Hub Study Suggests Medical Errors Now Third Leading Cause of Death in the U.S. - 05/03/2016 Medical error—the third leading cause of death in the US | The BMJ FastStats - Leading Causes of Death Report Highlights Public Health Impact of Serious Harms From Diagnostic Error in U.S. | Johns Hopkins Medicine New Tab (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "One can only imagine the outrage if this were posted when Jack was “in control”. #Orwellian #TwoPartyIllusion #Hypocrisy #FreeSpeech" / X (21) Samar D Jarrah on X: "@elonmusk @CommunityNotes even yours?" / X (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "@Zigmanfreud @elonmusk @CommunityNotes Exactly the point. https://t.co/gmNwjUjMMT" / X (21) Concerned Citizen on X: "

Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (6/4/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth is, or claiming they have the answer, is likely leading you astray, for one reason or another. Stay Vigilant. !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src="https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2q643"+(arguments[1].video?'.'+arguments[1].video:'')+"/?url="+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+"&args="+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, "script", "Rumble");   Rumble("play", {"video":"v78ncqs","div":"rumble_v78ncqs"}); Source Links (In Chronological Order): (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "Clint Curtis alleged in 2000 that representative Tom Feeney had him write software to undetectably alter election results on voting machines. Curtis testified under oath that his program could award a specific candidate 51% of the vote. No accountability. Nothing truly changed. https://t.co/cikAXEblBA" / X (21) Elon Musk on X: "Yup" / X (21) Elon Musk on X: "Southern Poverty Law Center is a criminal organization" / X Southern Poverty Law Center Indictment, April 21, 2026 | DocumentCloud New Tab John Bolton, Ex-Trump Adviser, Reaches Deal to Plead Guilty Over Classified Information - The New York Times Letitia James targeted by Trump official seeking new DOJ prosecution of the New York attorney general New Tab (21) C-Reason

The World Cup is quickly approaching, and the U.S. Men's team roster was announced Tuesday at a fan event in Manhattan. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the celebration. Pope Leo XIV, released a 42,000 word encyclical warning about the dangers of AI. It encourages people to learn more about AI, human compassion, and the role it plays in society. For our Fordham Conversations Series, WFUV's Sonia Weliwitigoda interviewed Fordham's Father Thomas Massaro about the Pope's writing. WFUV's Livia Regina tells us about Wet Leg's new deluxe album. Plus, a new collaborative album that's anti-internet and some covers from Rivers Cuomo Host/Producer: Sienna Reinders Editor: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Livia Regina Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda

In this week's public lands news briefing, we cover three stories:1. Republican-controlled Congress includes mining leases for Twin Metals in Northern MN in the Fiscal Year 2027 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill2. Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Department of Agriculture signed a new agreement that could allow the use of M-44 devices on BLM-managed lands once again ft. Brooks Fayh, executive director of Predator Defense3. Representatives Joe Neguse of Colorado and Jared Huffman of California introduced the Public Lands Workforce Stability Act ft. Representative Jared Huffman, California's Second Congressional DistrictSubscribe to the Outdoor Minimalist newsletter: ⁠https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/Sources & ResourcesM-44 Predator Defense: https://predatordefense.org/m44s.htmLethal Control Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8Md98jAS2QExposed Documentary: https://youtu.be/qSV8pRLkdKI?si=JgHpJalyPYRMInE-Public Lands Workforce Stability Act: https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-neguse-and-huffman-introduce-public-lands-workforce-stability-actFY27 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill: https://appropriations.house.gov/news/press-releases/committee-releases-fy27-interior-environment-and-related-agencies

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers reports confirming that New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won't be attending the city's annual Israel Day Parade on Sunday - a break from decades-long tradition - despite attending other events celebrating the city's diverse cultural landscape. In other news of the day, Mamdani fired New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda and replaced him with a former NYPD lieutenant, the state budget for Fiscal Year 2027 is now official after Governor Kathy Hochul officially signed the budget on yesterday worth $268.5 billion, Nine people were arrested last night during a raucous demonstration at Delaney Hall detention center in New Jersey — where foul-mouthed agitators again urged federal agents to “shoot yourself in the head” and allegedly bit & kicked officers, and the Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation involving E. Jean Carroll's lawsuits over her sexual abuse allegations against President Donald Trump. Alan Dershowitz, Brian Kilmeade, Bruce Pearl, John Solomon & K.T. McFarland join Sid on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sacramento Public Library Authority Board of Directors met on May 28, 2026, to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget, major challenges in library collection services, and several community milestones.   Friends of the Sacramento Public Library Update   Devon Graves, Vice President of the Friends of the library, reported a highly successful Big Day of Giving, which raised approximately $120,000, significantly exceeding the original $85,000 goal. He also highlighted the success of the "Booked-in" facility, which serves as a community hub for students and seniors. An "All Friends" meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2026, at the Carmichael Library.   Collection Services and Vendor Crisis   Michelle Gordon Hartman, Collection Services Department Manager, provided a "pull back the curtain" look at the massive administrative challenges caused by the sudden closure of Baker & Taylor, formerly the library's primary book vendor. Logistical Chaos: The library had to cancel and reorder tens of thousands of items and quickly onboard new vendors like Brodart and Ingram to ensure opening day collections for new branches were not delayed. Processing Complexity: The board learned about the intensive labor required for every item, including assigning call numbers, applying RFID tags, and creating complex bibliographic records. Digital Trends: Digital circulation is growing rapidly and is expected to break 5 million circulations this fiscal year. However, digital materials are significantly more expensive; for example, a $30 physical book can cost $80 in digital format and often comes with a limited two-year license. Operational Highlights and Construction Executive Director Peter announced that the library received an Epic Award for its new branding. He also highlighted the kickoff of the Summer Reading program on May 30th at Tahoe Park, featuring the theme "Read Freely". Construction projects for the Martin Luther King, North Sacramento Hagginwood, and Elk Grove libraries remain on schedule, with staff currently outfitting the King branch.   Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget   The Board approved the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which includes $65.3 million in revenues and $69.3 million in expenditures. Deficit and Diversions: The budget reflects a $4 million net use of fund balance. This is largely attributed to a $2 million diversion by the City of Sacramento to fund construction projects and a $1.1 million structural deficit on the city's side. Measure E: Approved by voters in 2024, Measure E provides a stable property tax revenue stream that consolidates previous measures and is adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Staffing Changes: The budget includes a net reduction of 3 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions. While 10 full-time positions were added, 13 limited-term library assistant positions were eliminated due to city budget constraints. Future Concerns   The Board discussed long-term sustainability, noting that maintaining 12 branches within the City of Sacramento may become problematic after 2029-2030 if structural deficits persist. Directors engaged in a robust debate regarding the use of Economic Uncertainty Reserves, which are currently maintained at 17% for the city and 35% for the county. While the library is currently meeting its reserve requirements, members requested future policy discussions on how to handle potential "harder cut scenarios" if economic conditions do not improve.

On May 19, the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies held a hearing entitled, “A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request for the Department of Justice,” in which Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified for a 13% budget increase from the 2026 fiscal year, amounting to a total proposed budget of ​​$41.2 billion for the upcoming fiscal year. Over the course of two hours, the subcommittee questioned Blanche on the Justice Department's recently announced $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund,” its investigations into accusations of child sex trafficking and other crimes in the Epstein files, its role in implementing the March 31 executive order on securing federal elections, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald Trump will make an announcement in the Oval Office with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on Thursday at 11 a.m. ET.U.S. National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya is testifying before the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee's Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies in a hearing on the agency's Fiscal Year 2027 budget request.

For more than 60 years, the Older Americans Act has provided vital support to vulnerable older adults through programs that home-deliver meals, offer transportation services, caregiver support, and beyond. Administered through the Administration for Community Living, these services help millions of older Americans age with dignity and independence.Despite its long-standing success, the Administration's Fiscal Year 2027 budget revives efforts to dismantle the Administration for Community Living and threatens the future of these critical programs.Joining me to discuss what's at stake, the potential impact on older Americans, and how advocates are fighting back are Alliance VP of Public Policy Scott Frey and Alliance Board Member and former HHS Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging Edwin Walker. 

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Washington, DC, May 21, 2026 —This month's podcast episode from the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) includes an update on a series of Congressional hearings where Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), Robert F. Kennedy Jr., testified on the administration's Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) President's Budget Request. The President's budget request outlines the administration's funding priorities and proposed policy changes for the coming fiscal year. While the President's budget is not binding on Congress, it provides an important signal of proposed investments, program eliminations, and structural shifts that could significantly affect public health infrastructure. A full analysis of the administration's FY27 budget request can be reviewed on NACCHO Voice. NACCHO submitted testimony in support of federal public health to the House and Senate, to help inform their work in developing a final FY27 funding law. Updates are also provided on the FY27 Agriculture-FDA spending bill's status, which advanced through the House Appropriations Committee, and would impact key nutrition, tobacco, and regulatory programs.   Later in the program (7:50), Tommy George, Public Health Epidemiology Supervisor at Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) in Nebraska and guest speaker at the 2026 Preparedness Summit, joins the podcast to discuss the department's wastewater monitoring program. Lancaster County has two wastewater treatment facilities, and both sites recover up to 25 million gallons of water per day. Through LLCHD's WastewaterSCAN system, the team can track several potential public health threats including measles, mpox, and a wide range of respiratory viruses. George shared that the department stays actively engaged with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services by making sure collected data is regularly shared and discussed. As a member of NACCHO's Wastewater Monitoring Mentorship Program, George highlighted innovations and challenges in wastewater monitoring shared by mentees and provided recommendations for starting a new program.   ###   About NACCHO The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) represents the over 3,300 local governmental health departments across the country. These city, county, metropolitan, district, and tribal departments work every day to protect and promote health and well-being for all people in their communities. For more information, visit www.naccho.org.

I am excited to welcome Alexa McKinley-Abel onto our show! Today we're talking about the impact of funding cuts and harmful legislation on rural communities and hospitals. Alexa is here to share her perspective as an expert in government policy and advocacy. We'll talk about the role of state offices, the newest budget cuts proposed for Fiscal Year 2027, and of course, what it all has to do with rural health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest on social media! https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-mckinley/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-rural-health-association/posts/?feedView=all https://www.facebook.com/ruralhealth

It's Tuesday, May 19th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson and Timothy Reed Another British preacher arrested in London Another British pastor has been arrested for preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the streets of London.   Pastor Steve Maile was singing, preaching the Good News, and calling on Muslims to be saved when he was arrested by the police.  Pastor Steve told Fox News Digital, "It's called inciting religious hatred — which is false. … The cross of Christ is a message of hope, love, mercy, and reconciliation to a fallen world. ... How could that be hate?" Not much has changed since the Prophet Amos spoke these words: “They hate the one who rebukes in the gate, and they abhor the one who speaks uprightly.” (Amos 5:10) Three Christian pastors killed in Manipur, India The Manipur, Indian Baptist Convention is condemning the death of friend and pastor Reverend Dr. Vumthang Sitlhou, who was shot and killed along with Pastors Lhouvum and Paogoulen in an ambush which took place on May 13th. Manipur State is located in Northeast India in a mostly hilly area, where the percentage of Christians has risen from 19% in 1960 to 41% in 2011, equaling the percentage of Hindus which dropped from 62% to 41%. The Baptist group noted “This senseless violence is a grave attack on humanity, peace, and religious harmony. The tragic loss of such devoted leaders who dedicated their lives to serving God, the Church, and society, is not only a loss to the Christian community, but also to the people of Manipur as a whole.”   The Worldview received pictures of the scene from Christians who witnessed the killings. The Baptist Convention is pleading with the government of India to “seriously look into the matter to conduct an immediate and impartial investigation, and ensure that the perpetrators are identified and brought to justice without delay.” Send a 2-sentence letter to Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra, asking that he hold the killers accountable. Send it to: Embassy of India, 2107 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008. Or you can email him: psamb.washington@mea.gov.in Ebola virus outbreak claims 80 lives in Uganda Another Ebola virus outbreak has surfaced in Congo, Africa. So far, 80 people died this time. At least two cases of Ebola have been detected in Kampala, Uganda as well, according to the World Health Organization. That's the worst outbreak since 2020. Those who contract the Ebola virus have a 50% chance of dying. Right-wing Vox Party makes gains in Spain The far-right, nationalist Vox Party gained some ground in Spain's election over the weekend.  The conservative party will be forced to build a ruling coalition with the Nationalists to establish a new government for that European nation. At last count, 15 European nations have experienced a surge in anti-immigrant nationalism. However, that's not necessarily a return to Christian values or pro-life values. Death tolls in the U.S.-Iran War and Russ-Ukrainian War Here's an updated list of death tolls for recent wars. * 3,000 deaths in Lebanon as reported by the BBC. * 1,700 Iranian citizens are reported to have been killed in the recent US-Israeli war on Iran. * Thirteen U.S. military personnel also gave up their lives in this war.   * While estimates vary for the Russian-Ukrainian War, the best estimates we can find are 16,000 Ukrainian civilians and about 400 Russian civilians have been killed in that war. Worse yet, anywhere from hundreds of thousands to 3,000,000 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers have given up their lives in this conflict.  Jeremiah 25:32-33 speaks of God giving nations over to the devastation of war: “Thus says the Lord of hosts: “Behold, disaster shall go forth from nation to nation, and a great whirlwind shall be raised up from the farthest parts of the Earth. And, at that day, the slain of the Lord shall be from one end of the Earth even to the other end of the Earth.” Two teens killed three at Islamic Center in San Diego On May 18th, two teenagers killed three adults at the Islamic Center of San Diego including two staff members and a security guard, reports Fox News. San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said that the two suspects involved in the shooting, ages 17 and 19, are both dead from self-inflicted gunshot wounds. He also added these additional details. WAHL: “At about 11:43am, we received a call of an active shooter at the Islamic Center. Within four minutes, officers arrived on scene and observed immediately three deceased, what appeared to be deceased, victims out in front. They immediately began to deploy with an active shooter response into the mosque and adjacent school.” Wahl said the security guard “played a pivotal role” in preventing the attack from becoming even worse. GOP Senator Bill Cassidy lost primary in Louisiana Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy was ousted in Saturday's primary election. The longtime senator came in with a dismal 25% support.  He had served as a Congressman for six years and a Senator for 11 years. Cassidy was known for both his reluctance to support the Trump agenda and challenging Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his confirmation to be Health and Human Services Secretary.   Plus, Cassidy was one of seven GOP senators to vote to convict President Trump in his second impeachment trial on February 13, 2021 after he had already finished his first term. The vote was 57-43. Louisiana Republicans will now pick between Congresswoman Julia Letlow, whom Trump endorsed, and State Treasurer John Fleming in the upcoming run-off since neither one secure 50-plus percent of the vote. New acting FDA Commissioner worked as Planned Parenthood attorney The new Acting Commissioner for the Food and Drug Administration, Kyle Diamantas, previously worked as an attorney for Planned Parenthood. Now he says he regrets taking on the role. Diamantas told Live Action that he was assigned a case for Planned Parenthood, and, despite his opposition to abortion, he took the case. However, he later regretted his decision and asked to be recused. Diamantas also confirmed that a review of the Abortion Kill Pill is a top priority for the department. Deficits and cost of living in America are up And finally, the U.S. Office of Budget and Management is estimating a national deficit of $2 trillion for this fiscal year. That's up 15% from Fiscal Year 2025 — the last year for which the Biden administration was responsible.   The Core Producer Price Index for this country has topped 5.2% —on a steady increase since last summer. The Producer Price Index stood at 2% in January of 2024, before the 2024 elections.  Food prices are up 32% since 2020. That's an annualized whopping 4.7% per year — a pinch on the average middle class family. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, May 19th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus  (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Host Doria Fleisher sits down with Jake Dyer, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services, and Sam Chiriaco, Chief of Budget, to celebrate a major milestone — the adoption of Charles County's Fiscal Year 2027 budget. From park improvements to a historic employee compensation study and a record-breaking investment in the Board of Education, this episode breaks down what was added, why it matters, and how community input shaped every dollar. Whether you're a numbers nerd or just want to know where your tax dollars are going, this is the episode for you.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We're also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Mayor Mamdani has released his executive budget. Elizabeth Kim, Gothamist and WNYC reporter, explains how the mayor proposes the city closes the major funding gaps and how the tardy state budget has factored in. Plus,  she shares her related reporting on the mayor's relationship with the business community and his base.Photo: Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Speaker Julie Menin hold a press conference at City Hall on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 to call on Albany to help close New York City's multi-billion dollar budget gap for the 2027 Fiscal Year, urging New York State to finalize its budget that delivers the City's fair share of funding. April 28, 2026. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

-It's sizable news because it's a $490 million increase from the 2023-24 fiscal year, and allocates an average of $76.1 million to eachschool (Washington and Oregon have a reduced share because of being new to the league)-The SEC had reported $1.03 billion earlier this year so even though that's amazing---the B1G has moreOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This Friday, we're covering: 1. Doug Burgum defends the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget for the Department of the Interior before Congress2. Senator Martin Heinrich questions Brooke Rollins on the Forest Service Reorganization 3. Republicans package Steve Pearce, nominated to be the next director of the Bureau of Land Management, in an en bloc vote with 49 other nominations ft. Michael Carroll, Director of BLM Campaigns for the Wilderness Society (https://www.wilderness.org/)4. Forest Service opens a 45-day comment period for an old-growth logging plan in the Tongass National Forest. Nathan Newcomer from the Southeast Alaska Conservation Council (https://seacc.org/)Call the U.S. Senate switchboard: (202) 224-3121Subscribe to the Outdoor Minimalist newsletter: ⁠https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com

Washington, DC, April 30, 2026 —This month's podcast episode from the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) includes an update on the Fiscal Year 2027 President's Budget Request to Congress, and what that proposal would mean for public health funding. While the President's Budget Request is a set of non-binding recommendations that Congress may consider, the releasee of the Request initiates the congressional budget process. Visit NACCHO Voice to read a full analysis. For weekly updates, subscribe to NACCHO's News from Washington newsletter: www.naccho.org/advocacy/news.   Later in the program (12:38), Sara Barra, Director of the Office of Preparedness and Response at the Maryland Department of Health (MDOH) and guest speaker at the 2026 Preparedness Summit, joins the podcast to discuss how the agency prioritizes preparedness efforts across Maryland, emphasizing why sustaining strong multi-sector partnerships is critical to help communities prepare for, withstand, and recover from public health emergencies. MDOH currently has 35 team members in the preparedness office, and each of the state's 24 local health departments operate with preparedness programs. Barra explains that Maryland's preparedness and response systems relies on strategic coordination and regular meetings with several local partners including public health agencies, emergency medical services, hospitals, community providers, specialty care, and law enforcement. She also describes advances and barriers with data sharing, key lessons learned in preparedness planning, and the importance of the Governor's Declaration of Preparedness. ###   About NACCHO The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) represents the over 3,300 local governmental health departments across the country. These city, county, metropolitan, district, and tribal departments work every day to protect and promote health and well-being for all people in their communities. For more information, visit www.naccho.org.

This week on North Port Now, we cover key updates and opportunities to get involved across the City.The City of North Port is building its Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget, and residents are encouraged to share their priorities through the online Budget Hub survey. We also highlight the upcoming Budget Input Eat and Greet, where you can meet City staff, learn about department budgets and enjoy food and family-friendly activities.City leaders and North Port Fire Rescue recently toured the new Wellen Park High School, set to open this August. The campus will feature hands-on STEM labs, arts programs, a student coffee shop and a full athletic complex.With hurricane season beginning June 1, we recap this year's Hurricane Expo and share how you can access preparedness resources and sign up for emergency alerts.Plus, April is National Volunteer Month. Learn how to connect with local organizations at the upcoming Newcomer Day event or explore volunteer opportunities with City departments.We also bring you the latest Commission Meeting Highlights, including updates on capital improvement funding, discussions on mandatory water connections and a recent performance evaluation of the City Attorney.Links and Resources:Budget Hub: NorthPortFL.gov/BudgetHubCity Meetings and Agendas: NorthPortFL.gov/MeetingsEmergency Alerts and Hurricane Preparedness: NorthPortFL.gov/AlertsVolunteer Opportunities: NorthPortFL.gov/VolunteerWellen Park High School Information: sarasotacountyschools.netThanks for tuning in to North Port Now. Stay informed, stay engaged and stay connected.

More than 400 athletes from over 100 communities gathered in Anchorage, Alaska for this year's Native Youth Olympic games, held April 16-18 at the Alaska Airlines Center. Among them was Mila Neely, a sophomore at Juneau-Douglas High School (Yadaa.at Kalé) in Juneau, Alaska, but for Neely, the competition went beyond physical strength. She is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, with family roots in Oklahoma, where her ancestors, including her great, great, great, great grandmother, were forced to walk the Trail of Tears. When she was nine years old, she retraced that history alongside her father and great grandfather. “It's kind of indescribable… to just stand where your ancestors stand… when my grandma was walking the Trail of Tears, she was thinking of me.” Neely says that experience continues to shape how she approaches the games. “For the games… especially when I'm doing seal hop… I'll be like, ‘My grandma walked the Trail of Tears, I can make it to the end.’” She also sees connections between Cherokee traditions and Alaska Native values, rooted in community strength. “Our ancestors… they really just wanted other people to do good… because if they didn't do good, their family might go hungry.” For Neely, every event carries a deeper purpose. “I hope I'd be making her proud… trying to make my ancestors proud, and keep our culture alive.” She says she is competing not just for herself, but for the generations who came before her, and those still to come. Turtle Mountain Community College. (Courtesy Wanda Parisien) For the second year in a row, the Trump administration is proposing to end all funding for the nation's tribal colleges and universities (TCUs). As Brian Bull of Buffalo's Fire reports, administrators are rallying against the proposal. The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) has blasted the White House's proposed cuts, saying it is deeply concerned that the Trump budget for Fiscal Year 2027 “does not align with the Administration's stated policies to support rural America and expand access to higher education.” Last year's proposed budget cuts never came to pass, but Wanda Parisien president of Turtle Mountain Community College, in Belcourt, N.D., says this renewed call is a disheartening prospect. “Our programs are gonna be cut, so we're gonna have fewer students because those programs won't be offered. If we have fewer students, we're not going to have the money to pay our instructors. We live in a poverty-stricken area.” Another tribal institution of higher learning is Nueta, Hidatsa, and Sahnish Community College in Fort Berthold. Its president Twyla Baker says she and other administrators will be working with congressional representatives to challenge this proposed cut. “Our representatives are highly cognizant of the fact that we are economic drivers in our communities. The TCUs — we generated $3.8 billion for the U.S. economy and supported over 40,000 jobs in healthcare and government and retail.” Besides the disruption caused, should the cuts to tribal colleges and universities be implemented, tribal administrators say it would be a violation of the federal government's trust and treaty obligation to tribes. Tomi Kay Phillips is president of Sitting Bull College in Fort Yates, N.D. She is cautiously optimistic the funding cut will be thwarted, eventually. “I believe that we will get the funding, it just doesn't make sense for them not to fund us. Y'know, we make do with what we have if we have to. Our ancestors went through worse things. And we will always be okay.” The proposed cut to tribal colleges and universities comes to roughly $160 million and includes TCUs, institutes operated by the Bureau of Indian Education (BIA), technical colleges, and scholarships. It came through the U.S. Interior Department, helmed by former Governor Doug Burgum (R-ND). A request for comment on the proposal to Sec. Burgum was not answered. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Monday, April 20, 2026 — Native Bookshelf: “Python's Kiss” by Louise Erdrich

Health Affairs Publishing's Jeff Byers welcomes Deputy Editor Jessica Bylander back to the pod to explore the White House's proposed FY 2027 HHS budget, outlining major cuts to health agencies and research programs and the emphasized investment on the Make America Healthy Again initiative.Related Links:Celebrating Big Wins of the Trump Administration (HHS)President's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Proposal Released (NAWDP)White House seeks 12% cut to HHS in 2027 (Healthcare Dive)Sign up for Health Affairs' free newsletters to stay up to date on health policy news and analysis.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Civic Leader Andy Moore and former state Representative Chairman Mark McBride about Governor Stitt signing a $12.8B budget for Fiscal Year 2027, the State Supreme Court limits a law blacklisting banks for discriminating against the oil and gas industry and a state lawmaker suspending his campaign after an artificial intelligence image.The trio also discusses the state Ethics Commission reprimanding a candidate for Lieutenant Governor and thousands of independent voters switching their party affiliation ahead of the partisan primaries in June.

On this episode of the Trade Guys, Bill and Scott talk with Kate Koren, Deputy Director of the Economics Program at CSIS. She discusses the latest efforts in Congress to align U.S. export controls with partners, including the MATCH Act bill. They also cover new Section 232 tariffs on pharmaceuticals and metals and the White House's budget request for Fiscal Year 2027. 

This week WAMU will be checking in on the major cuts and spending choices in D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, the end of the 2026 legislative session in the Maryland General Assembly and a preview of Record Store Day with one of Montgomery County's most enthusiastic vinyl lovers.

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Vice President Vance clarifying the terms of the negotiations with Iran, congressional Republicans likely allowing Medicaid dollars to fund abortions as the number of abortions hit record highs, and Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer more and more open to supporting the candidate who had the Nazi tattoo.First, they react to Vice President JD Vance clarifying the terms of negotiations with Iran, explaining that Donald Trump agreed to a different 10-point framework proposed by Iranian officials, not the widely circulated list of extreme demands seen in media and social media. So what's in the other plan?Next, they express deep concern over Planned Parenthood reporting a record 434,450 abortions in Fiscal Year 2024–2025. They're also frustrated by reports that House Speaker Mike Johnson does not plan to include a ban on Medicaid funding for abortions in the upcoming reconciliation bill.Then, they watch the dysfunction on the Democrats' side of the aisle as Sen. Schumer says he will fully support far left Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner if Platner defeats Schumer's preferred candidate, Gov. Janet Mills, in the primary. Platner is the one who had a Totenkopf tattoo until very recently. Jim also notes the financial woes still afflicting the Democratic National Committee.Finally, parents in Fairfax County, Virginia, are getting frustrated that a majority of weeks during the school year do not have five full days of instruction. Fairfax County parent Jim Geraghty weighs in on the controversy.Please visit our great sponsors:Stop putting off those doctors' appointments and visit https://Zocdoc.com/3ML to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.Better plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingtrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday.