government spending
Coverage of government spending in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Extravagant ceremony for a dictator’: Some Iranians will avoid Khamenei’s funeral
Tehran locals report empty streets and renewed nighttime checkpoints as some Iranians avoid what they call an 'extravagant ceremony for a dictator'—Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral—due to fears of dangerous crowds and potential attacks. Critics highlight lavish government spending amid public suffering.
- China’s AI Ambitions Depend on Massive Power-Grid Investments
China's AI ambitions rely on massive power-grid investments. Government spending growth slowed for the second consecutive month, posing a risk to a cooling economy. A coal-fired plant in Yinchuan, Ningxia, is highlighted in the context.
- Germany living on yesterday’s success
Germany's weak economic performance is being masked by inherited wealth, rising government spending, and demographic trends that temporarily cushion stagnation, according to Diego Faßnacht. The article highlights concerns about long-term economic stagnation in Germany.
- US economic growth rebounds 2% as consumer spending slows amid Iran war
US GDP growth accelerated to 2% in Q1 2026, driven by AI investment and government spending, but consumer spending is slowing due to the Iran war's impact on energy prices. The previous quarter's growth slowed to 0.5% amid government layoffs, reducing the federal workforce by 11.8% since October 2024.
- Fox News Poll: 56% doubt White House’s competence at managing government
A Fox News poll reveals 56% of voters doubt the Trump administration's government management competence, with low approval ratings across key issues like immigration, China, and inflation. Trump's 42% overall approval is below 50%, and top cabinet officials like Vance, Rubio, and Hegseth also receive negative job ratings.
- Fox News Poll: Record number say taxes are too high; government spending seen as wasteful
A Fox News Poll reveals a record 70% of voters believe taxes are too high, with three-quarters citing wasteful government spending. Partisan divides persist on the Trump administration's handling of budget cuts, while concerns about the wealthy paying fairly and tax complexity remain prominent.
- Fox News Poll: Record number say taxes are too high; government spending seen as wasteful
A record 70% of voters say taxes are too high, with concerns about wasteful government spending rising to 75%. Partisan divides persist on the Trump administration's handling of spending cuts, while Democrats and independents show heightened frustration compared to previous years.
- Hiltzik: Here are all the good things we could buy for the billions Trump is spending on his Iran war
Trump has allocated over $25 billion for his Iran war and seeks an additional $200 billion. The article highlights potential alternative uses for these funds.