States Embrace Gold for Inflation Hedge via Debit Cards and Legislation
April 15, 2026
States are boosting gold reserves and promoting gold-backed debit cards to hedge against inflation, sparking debate.
States are boosting gold reserves and promoting gold-backed debit cards to hedge against inflation, sparking debate.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is assisting Michigan businesses in obtaining refunds for tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Jon Husted’s proposed amendment aims to balance the budget, risking deep cuts to Social Security and Medicare funds.
Food banks and shelter services in Michigan face rising demand as federal funding cuts and economic policies impact assistance.
With early voting set to begin in May ahead of the June 2 primary, Ryan Busse is the frontrunner in the Democratic primary for Montana’s 1st Congressional District. The poll shows Busse holding a 15-point lead over his nearest rival, Russell Cleveland. He’s gained rapid support through his policy agenda
CDC data reveals a 1% drop in U.S. births and fertility rates in 2025, with C-sections at their highest since 2013.
Two Wisconsin utilities seek rate hikes in 2027 and 2028, sparking concern from the Citizens Utility Board over rising costs.
Trump’s budget for fiscal year 2027 seeks $1.5 trillion for defense, with cuts to social services like SNAP and WIC.
Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga accepted $167,000 from utility PACs as rates surged for Michiganders. These hikes add strain to working families.
A year after Trump declared ‘Liberation Day’ and imposed tariffs, vulnerable GOP lawmakers avoid commenting on the resulting price hikes and legality issues.
Chamber of Mothers advocates for maternal health, affordable child care, and paid leave, engaging Michigan moms for change.
Michiganders applying for SNAP may see their cases reviewed by AI to speed processing and check for fraud.
