Matt Gagnon discussed the Senate’s consideration of the sweeping domestic policy bill, known as the Big Beautiful Bill. Senator Thom Tillis expressed concerns about the impact of a provider tax on North Carolina, estimating losses at over $38 billion. Tillis, along with other Republican senators, is hesitant to vote for the bill without clarity on its provisions. Gagnon highlighted the political dynamics at play, noting that each senator has specific constituent concerns that could compromise potential budget savings. He argued that the system’s design, which slows and complicates change, is both a strength and a weakness, especially when addressing significant financial issues.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
