Warren Claims Trump Family Avoids Audits, Mace Advances Missing Children Bill

Warren Claims Trump Family Remains Forever Barred from IRS Audits

  • Sen. Elizabeth Warren stated regular citizens face IRS action for unpaid taxes.
  • She claimed the Trump family holds permanent protection from such audits.
  • Warren accused the family of using the presidency to alter rules for their benefit.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the Trump family for what she described as special treatment regarding tax audits. She contrasted this with the experience of ordinary taxpayers who would face IRS enforcement for skipping payments. Warren alleged the family exploits the presidency to secure advantages unavailable to others. The comments focused on claims of systemic favoritism in federal tax enforcement processes.

Warren said the Trump family enjoys permanent exemption from IRS audits unlike average Americans.

Mace Introduces Bill to Prevent Missing Migrant Children Through Strict Monitoring

  • Rep. Nancy Mace cited reportedly 450,000 missing migrant children from prior administration.
  • She noted around 300,000 remain unaccounted for despite some recoveries.
  • The new bill requires vetting, GPS tracking, and home checks for sponsors.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Nancy Mace introduced the No More Missing Children Act to address cases of unaccompanied migrant children lost in the system. She stated that under the Biden administration reportedly 450,000 such children went missing with at least 146,000 later located. Around 300,000 stay unaccounted for according to her figures. The proposed program mandates thorough sponsor screening, GPS devices on both child and sponsor, regular home inspections, and monthly reviews with quick removal for any safety risks.

Mace argued the previous administration allowed children to face exploitation by traffickers and criminal groups.

Schiff Accuses Trump of Undermining California Election Integrity for Political Gain

  • Sen. Adam Schiff said President Trump knows no fraud exists in California elections.
  • Trump continues to question the process anyway to gain political advantage.
  • Schiff viewed this as an attack on democratic institutions in the state.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Adam Schiff charged that President Trump is aware of the absence of fraud in California’s electoral procedures. Despite this knowledge, Schiff claimed Trump persists in criticizing the system to achieve partisan objectives. The senator argued such actions damage public confidence in state election outcomes. This comes as Trump has raised questions about voting processes in various locations including California.

Schiff maintained that Trump denigrates California democracy solely to advance his own political interests.

Hochul Condemns ICE Focus on Non Criminal Families in New York

  • Gov. Kathy Hochul said ICE targets families without criminal histories instead of serious offenders.
  • She contrasted this with Trump promises to prioritize the worst criminals.
  • Hochul declared such practices do not align with New York values or history.

NEW YORK, Jun 12 (TNGB) – Governor Kathy Hochul criticized federal immigration enforcement actions that she said focus on mothers, children, and families lacking criminal records. Hochul noted this approach deviates from President Trump stated goal of pursuing the most dangerous individuals first. She emphasized that New York has never operated in this manner and will not accept such tactics. The governor positioned the state as resistant to these federal priorities on enforcement.

Hochul vowed New York will never follow the pattern of targeting non criminal immigrant families.

Booker Says Trump Loves Inflation Amid Rising Costs for Families

  • Sen. Cory Booker claimed President Trump expressed love for inflation.
  • He linked this to increasing grocery and gas prices hurting working families.
  • Booker accused Trump of lacking empathy for everyday economic struggles.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Cory Booker responded to President Trump comments expressing affection for inflation. Booker pointed out that many working families face mounting pressure from higher prices on groceries and fuel. He argued the president shows no concern for the difficulties households encounter when managing daily expenses. The remarks came as inflation remains a key issue in national economic discussions.

Booker stated Trump demonstrates no empathy for the financial pain felt by Americans at home and the gas pump.

Shapiro Discusses Pennsylvania Canada Trade Ties Amid Federal Policy Concerns

  • Gov. Josh Shapiro met business and government leaders in Toronto to promote cross border growth.
  • He affirmed Pennsylvania and Canada remain key economic partners despite federal tensions.
  • Shapiro criticized Trump policies as reckless but pledged continued cooperation.

TORONTO, Jun 12 (TNGB) – Governor Josh Shapiro held discussions in Toronto with business executives and officials about expanding economic ties between Pennsylvania and Canada. He described Canada as the commonwealth strongest trading partner and a close ally to the United States. Shapiro acknowledged challenges from federal policies under President Trump but stressed the need to maintain strong bilateral relations. Pennsylvania aims to attract investment and drive innovation through these connections on both sides of the border.

Shapiro committed Pennsylvania to building economic bridges with Canada regardless of tensions in Washington.

Mace Advances Bill to Label Muslim Brotherhood a Foreign Terrorist Organization

  • Rep. Nancy Mace introduced legislation to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group.
  • The bill would enable financial sanctions, asset freezes, and travel restrictions.
  • Mace stated the United States dismantles terrorist organizations rather than negotiating with them.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Nancy Mace put forward the Muslim Brotherhood Is a Terrorist Organization Act to formally classify the group as a foreign terrorist entity. She explained that the measure would trigger national security measures including sanctions on finances, freezes on assets, and bans on travel for members. Mace added that the legislation supports law enforcement efforts to disrupt operations both domestically and internationally. The proposal reflects her view that America confronts terrorists directly without engaging in talks.

Mace affirmed that the United States dismantles terrorist groups instead of pursuing negotiations with them.

Booker Calls Trump Corruption Endless and GOP Lawmakers Fearful to Respond

  • Sen. Cory Booker described President Trump corruption as having no limits.
  • He accused congressional Republicans of remaining silent due to fear.
  • Booker tied the issue to broader concerns about accountability in government.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Cory Booker stated that President Trump engages in corruption without any apparent bounds. Booker further claimed that Republicans in Congress avoid speaking out against these actions because they feel intimidated. He presented this dynamic as a barrier to proper oversight and transparency in federal leadership. The comments came amid ongoing partisan disputes over executive conduct and legislative responses.

Booker said Republican lawmakers in Congress lack the courage to address Trump corruption issues publicly.

Buttigieg Says Trump Ignores Worsening Inflation Ahead of Midterm Elections

  • Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg questioned Trump statements expressing love for inflation.
  • He noted inflation continues to rise while the president focuses elsewhere.
  • Buttigieg urged voters to hold congressional Republicans accountable in upcoming elections.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Pete Buttigieg commented on President Trump remarks about inflation and questioned their meaning. Buttigieg observed that inflation rates have not improved and may be increasing even as the administration directs attention to other matters. He highlighted that this occurs during an election year when congressional seats are contested. Buttigieg called on voters to deliver a message to Republicans who support the president policies on economic issues.

Buttigieg argued it is time for voters to hold Trump congressional allies responsible for current economic conditions.

Sanders Criticizes Democrats for Opposing Funding That Benefits Americans

  • Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Democrats support spending only when it does not help citizens.
  • She referenced past Democratic efforts to reduce law enforcement budgets.
  • Sanders noted Republicans recently increased funding for ICE and Border Patrol significantly.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders accused Democrats of favoring government spending except in cases where it directly aids American citizens. She pointed to unsuccessful attempts by Democrats over 100 days to cut funding for police and border security. Sanders contrasted this with recent Republican actions that provided long term increases to budgets for ICE and Border Patrol operations. The governor framed the difference as a clear choice between the two parties on national priorities.

Sanders stated Republicans delivered sustained funding boosts for immigration enforcement after Democratic resistance efforts failed.

Washington D.C., Alaska, California — Security, Economy, Integrity

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Social Security Shortfall Looms Amid Fraud Probes and Arctic Drilling Plans

Alaska Gains Four Icebreakers for Kodiak Seward and Juneau Ports

  • Four icebreakers will homeport in Alaska with two assigned to Kodiak.
  • One icebreaker goes to Seward alongside the Storis already in Juneau.
  • The plan fulfills a priority Senator Sullivan advanced over his Senate career.

ALASKA, Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Dan Sullivan announced that four icebreakers are being homeported in Alaska with two in Kodiak and one in Seward on top of the Storis in Juneau as he put it. This marks the fourth Arctic Security Cutter following earlier announcements with the first two slated for Kodiak and the third for Seward once infrastructure is ready. The vessels and support facilities stem from funding secured in the 2025 Working Families Tax Cuts Act. Delivery of the initial cutter is expected in 2028. Alaska requires these vessels to manage ice conditions in the region.

The homeporting strengthens U.S. Arctic operational capacity with vessels based where ice exists.

Why This Matters: Alaska gains dedicated icebreaker presence that supports national security patrols and coastal community economies.

Social Security Trust Fund Set to Run Low on Funds Beginning in 2032

  • Social Security OASI trust fund faces depletion in the fourth quarter of 2032.
  • Upon depletion incoming revenue covers about 78 percent of scheduled benefits.
  • Democrats anticipated the shortfall while Republicans took no preventive action.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Alex Padilla stated that Democrats saw the Social Security shortfall coming while Republicans did nothing to stop it. The 2026 Trustees Report projects the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund will deplete reserves in the fourth quarter of 2032 one quarter earlier than prior estimates. At that point program income covers 78 percent of scheduled benefits. The government reportedly acknowledged that immigration policies and tax cuts contribute to the insolvency trajectory. Lawmakers now confront a narrowed window to address the funding gap before reserves run out.

The latest trustees projection shortens the timeline for congressional action by three months.

Why This Matters: Retirees face potential automatic benefit reductions unless Congress acts before 2032 reserve depletion.

Congressman Biggs Calls for All Hands Approach to End Government Fraud Schemes

  • Massive fraud schemes continue to siphon hard-earned taxpayer dollars across agencies.
  • Those involved demonstrate strong commitment to defrauding federal programs.
  • A whole-of-government effort remains necessary to identify and halt the schemes.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Andy Biggs identified uncovering massive fraud throughout government as a top priority after learning more about the extent of these schemes. He noted the commitment of those involved to defraud Americans through unlawful siphoning of taxpayer dollars. Stopping the fraudsters requires a whole-of-government approach with all hands on deck. The representative emphasized that coordinated action across agencies is essential to end the schemes that target federal funds.

Congressional oversight now targets specific fraud networks operating within multiple departments.

Why This Matters: Taxpayer dollars diverted by fraud reduce resources available for legitimate government services and programs.

Senator Murray Questions if Republicans Love Inflation Tariffs and Iran Conflict

  • Republicans continue voting to protect Trump tariffs and the Iran conflict.
  • President Trump reportedly stated he loves the inflation during recent remarks.
  • The senator challenged whether colleagues share support for the resulting outcomes.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Senator Patty Murray questioned Republican colleagues on their support for current policies. Colleagues vote to protect Trump tariffs and continue the conflict with Iran. President Trump reportedly stated he loves the inflation and referenced the removal of millions of barrels of oil amid the engagement. The senator asked directly whether members also love the inflation and associated effects on costs. May 2026 CPI data showed year-over-year inflation at 4.2 percent.

The exchange ties inflation concerns directly to tariff and foreign policy decisions.

Why This Matters: Rising consumer prices linked to tariffs and energy disruptions affect household budgets nationwide.

Oil Companies Reject Arctic Refuge Drilling Despite Repeated Administration Attempts

  • The President attempted for the third time to sell public lands in the Arctic Refuge.
  • Oil companies reportedly accepted that short-term gain does not justify the risks involved.
  • Risks include impacts on Indigenous communities wildlife climate and public health.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Salud Carbajal reported that the President attempted for the third time to sell off public lands in the Arctic Refuge to Big Oil. Oil companies reportedly accepted what the administration cannot accept that no amount of short-term corporate gain justifies the risk to Indigenous communities wildlife the climate and public health. The representative will continue opposition to these attacks on public lands. Prior attempts similarly failed to advance drilling plans in the refuge.

The companies’ stance leaves the administration without industry partners for the proposed sales.

Why This Matters: Arctic Refuge remains protected from new oil drilling that could affect sensitive ecosystems and communities.

Working Families Tax Cuts Yield Average Federal Refunds Exceeding 3400 Dollars

  • No tax on tips and no tax on overtime took effect nearly one year ago.
  • Working families receive an average federal refund of over 3400 dollars.
  • The cuts delivered historic tax relief to working families across the country.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Young Kim marked nearly one year since the Working Families Tax Cuts passed. No tax on tips and no tax on overtime now apply under the law. Historic tax relief helps working families receive an average federal refund of over 3400 dollars. Real relief reached those families through these measures enacted in prior legislation. The provisions aim to increase take-home pay for tipped and overtime workers.

The tax changes provide direct financial benefits to millions of working households.

Why This Matters: Families gain additional disposable income from eliminated taxes on tips and overtime wages.

Medicaid Cuts and Subsidy Expiration Would Not Lower Health Care Costs Lawmaker Says

  • Cutting 1 trillion dollars from Medicaid would not lower health care costs.
  • Making sick people jump through more hoops fails to reduce overall expenses.
  • Letting premium subsidies expire would also fail to achieve lower costs.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Raul Ruiz stated that lowering health care costs requires different steps than those proposed. Cutting 1 trillion dollars from Medicaid does not achieve lower costs. Making sick people jump through more hoops does not work either. Letting premium subsidies expire would not help according to the representative. Transparency alone does not stop patients from getting ripped off. Real work remains necessary on these issues to address actual cost drivers.

The representative urged focus on direct measures that reduce expenses for patients and providers.

Why This Matters: Proposed Medicaid reductions and subsidy changes could increase out-of-pocket costs for low-income and elderly patients.

Small Businesses in Garden Grove Seek SBA Loans After Presidential Emergency Declaration

  • Over 5000 small businesses shut down during the Garden Grove chemical incident.
  • President Trump approved a Presidential Emergency Declaration on May 25 for the response.
  • Representative Tran urged the SBA on May 29 for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance.

GARDEN GROVE, Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Derek Tran urged the Small Business Administration on May 29 for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration following the chemical incident at GKN Aerospace. President Trump had approved a Presidential Emergency Declaration through FEMA on May 25 to support the response as he explained. Over 5000 small businesses shut down during the event with workers losing wages and businesses losing profits critical to operations. The incident led to evacuations in the area. Federal assistance programs became available to qualifying small businesses for critical expenses during recovery.

The urging and presidential declaration provide pathways for small business recovery support in Garden Grove.

Why This Matters: Garden Grove small businesses gain access to federal loan programs to address losses from the May chemical incident shutdowns.

Appropriations Bill Includes Hawaii Requests Despite Opposition to Core Program Cuts

  • The bill represents the 10th of 12 measures funding the federal government.
  • It covers health education labor human services and other non-defense efforts.
  • The representative could not support massive cuts but secured Hawaii-specific requests.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Ed Case described another mixed result from the Appropriations Committee. This measure ranks as the second largest and covers health education labor human services and other critical non-defense efforts. He could not support continued massive cuts to core programs. The representative succeeded in including many requests for Hawaii especially for Native Hawaiians workforce development and community health. The bill advances as part of the annual funding process for fiscal year operations.

Hawaii gains targeted support within a broader package that trims other domestic programs.

Why This Matters: Native Hawaiian and workforce programs in Hawaii receive continued federal funding amid broader spending reductions.

California Legalized Election Fraud Through Late Ballots and Audit Restrictions Claim

  • Late mail-in ballots keep flipping results days after initial counts in California.
  • The state criminalizes real audits and oversight according to the representative.
  • The President and the representative both victims of stolen elections now sound the alarm.

WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 12 (TNGB) – Representative Abe Hamadeh claimed that California has effectively legalized election fraud. Late mail-in ballots keep flipping results days later. The state criminalizes real audits and oversight. The President and the representative both victims of stolen elections are sounding the alarm. They work to stop this practice once and for all through federal action. The claim centers on procedural rules that delay final results and limit post-election reviews.

The representative seeks federal intervention to restore what he views as election integrity standards.

Why This Matters: California election procedures face renewed scrutiny that could influence national standards for ballot handling and audits.