Staff Reports
The Biden administration has rolled out a massive $2 billion spending spree for what they’re calling an “environmental justice” project, funded by the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act. Sounds more like the “Give Away Your Tax Dollars Act,” am I right?
Amidst the bickering on Capitol Hill about government spending, House Republicans are saying, “Hold on a minute! Let’s cut this funding in half, shall we?” And can you blame them? This is a major part of President Biden’s climate change agenda, and we all know how his radical environmental plans are.
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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) November 22, 2023
So, basically, the administration is throwing around a $3 billion pot of money, with $2 billion of it going to disadvantaged communities to tackle pollution problems. They’re talking about clean air, clean water, and climate resiliency. Are we playing “Let’s Pretend” now? The only thing getting clearer is that this money is going straight down the drain.
And let’s not forget the cherry on top—EPA Administrator Michael Regan blabbering something about ensuring clean air and water for everyone, regardless of their race or where they live. Yeah, right. Tell that to the hardworking Americans who will foot the bill for this extravaganza.
But hold your horses! House Republicans want to take back $1.4 billion of that $3 billion. They’re calling the program “misguided” and slashing away at it with the fiscal responsibility scissors. Gotta love it when someone’s finally minding the checkbook, am I right?
The Democrats are predictably having a meltdown over this, claiming it’s creating more discrimination against rural and poor communities. Yeah, because nothing says equality like throwing billions at some and leaving others out to dry.
But Mr. Regan is confident that the money won’t be snatched away. Well, we’ll see about that. With Republicans and Democrats fighting over yet another spending spree, it’s anyone’s guess where this money train will end up. But one thing’s for sure, someone needs to keep an eye on the piggy bank before there’s nothing left but empty promises and a whole lot of debt.
