Trump’s Hiring Freeze and IRS Staff Issues May Delay Tax Refunds
February 12, 2025
President Trump’s hiring freeze at federal agencies, including the IRS, may delay tax refunds, affecting millions of Americans.
President Trump’s hiring freeze at federal agencies, including the IRS, may delay tax refunds, affecting millions of Americans.
A national freeze on federal grants, ordered by Trump, sparks confusion and worries among Montana nonprofits and agencies.
The IRS will allow 30 million Americans to use its free Direct File service for 2025 tax returns, despite opposition.
After 18 years in the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester lost his reelection bid. Known for key legislative achievements, he congratulated Tim Sheehy on his victory.
The pharmaceutical industry and Republican allies aim to repeal Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act drug price provisions.
The rise of renewable energy sources raises significant questions for Montana’s coal country, challenging its coal legacy.
The rise of renewable energy raises critical questions for Montana’s coal towns, with new federal investments at play.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde calls for reducing federal spending to 2019 levels, risking veterans’ benefits and Social Security cuts.
Consumer price growth is at its lowest since February 2021. Experts warn Trump’s tariffs could cause inflation to rise.
Former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers opposes Medicare negotiating drug prices, calling it “sugar high politics,” amid his Senate race against Elissa Slotkin.
U.S. House candidate Prasanth Reddy has received significant financial contributions from the pharmaceutical industry, raising concerns over potential conflicts of interest if elected.
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