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The 2026 USMCA Review: Has the 'Greatest Trade Deal Ever' Delivered for North American Workers?

As the mandatory six-year review approaches, data reveals a complex legacy of surging trade volumes and stubborn manufacturing job stagnation.

Was the Pre-Pandemic Trump Economy the "Greatest in History"?

An evidence-based look at the claim that the U.S. economy under Donald Trump prior to the COVID-19 pandemic was the strongest ever recorded.

The 'No Tax on Tips' Experiment: A 2026 Progress Report

One year after the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' was signed into law, we examine how the tax exemption for service workers has reshaped the hospitality industry and federal revenue.

Abolishing the Department of Education: What the Data Says About Federal Oversight

As the Trump administration distributes federal education functions to other agencies, we examine the fiscal and educational impact of dismantling the 46-year-old department.

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The Digital Dollar Ban: Privacy, Sovereignty, and the 2026 CBDC Standoff

As the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act moves through the Senate, we analyze the data behind the bipartisan push to ban a government-run digital currency.

Who Owns America's Heartland? Analyzing the 'China Threat' in U.S. Farmland Data

As foreign acquisitions of U.S. agricultural land reach 46 million acres, we examine the data behind the bipartisan concerns over Chinese land holdings and food security.

The Reciprocity Reset: Analyzing the 2026 Global Trade Shift

As the Supreme Court resets the boundaries of executive trade power, we examine the data behind the 2026 Reciprocal Trade Act and its impact on the U.S. trade deficit.

The Panama Pivot: Did Trump Really 'Take Back' the Canal?

An investigation into the 2026 'maximalist' policy regarding the Panama Canal, analyzing treaty claims, Chinese influence, and the recent shift to U.S. port management.

Do Undocumented Immigrants Cost Taxpayers $150 Billion? What the Data Shows

Analyzing the widely cited $150 billion cost figure against new data from the CBO and ITEP on tax contributions and deficit reduction.

The Peace Dividend: Analyzing the Fiscal Impact of the 2025 Ukraine Accord

One year after the Trump administration brokered a cessation of hostilities in Eastern Europe, we examine whether the promised 'Peace Dividend' has materialized for the American taxpayer.

The Baseload Crisis: Is the U.S. Power Grid Reaching a Breaking Point?

As surging AI demand meets the retirement of coal and gas plants, seven U.S. regions face elevated blackout risks this summer.

The Great Migration of 2026: Why Americans are Still Fleeing 'Blue' States

As the 'Vintage 2025' Census data confirms a persistent outflow from high-tax states, a deeper look at IRS and realtor data reveals a complex tug-of-war between tax policy and housing affordability.

The Battle for the Field: Analyzing the 2026 Title IX Revisions

As the Department of Education moves to strip funding from schools with inclusive sports policies, a look at the data reveals the immense scale of the regulatory shift compared to the small number of athletes affected.

The AI Manhattan Project: Can Deregulation Secure American Dominance?

As the 'Genesis Mission' kicks off and federal safety mandates are rescinded, the 2026 AI race has shifted from software safeguards to an all-out infrastructure war.

Disrupting the 'Cartel': The American Academy and the 2026 Endowment Tax

As elite universities face a tiered 8% tax on their billions, the Trump administration lays the groundwork for a free national online university.

The American Sovereign Wealth Fund: Investing the 'Tariff Dividend' of 2026

As the U.S. attempts to monetize its $5.7 trillion asset base, the newly established sovereign wealth fund faces a 'liquidity vs. liability' crisis in a high-debt environment.

The Birthright Citizenship Standoff: Analyzing the 2026 Supreme Court Battle

As the nation awaits a landmark ruling in 'Trump v. Barbara', 2026 data shows that 9% of U.S. births involve parents with temporary or unauthorized status.

Bitcoin for Debt: Inside the 2026 Sovereign Debt Reset Proposal

As the national debt reaches $39 trillion, the Trump administration and Senate leaders explore using a 1 million BTC reserve as a 'hard asset' backstop for the U.S. Treasury.

The "DEI Exit" of 2026: Analyzing the Corporate Shift to Merit-Based Hiring

As the EEOC proposes an end to demographic tracking and the 2025 Equal Opportunity Act takes hold, the 'Meritocracy Mandate' is redefining the American workplace.

The EV Winter of 2026: Why the Federal Push for Electric Vehicles is Stalling

As U.S. EV market share plateaus at 6%, a combination of expired subsidies, Chinese supply chain dominance, and a consumer pivot to hybrids has created a policy-vs-reality crisis.

The Decentralized Leviathan: Analyzing the 2026 Federal Agency Exodus

As the administration relocates thousands of federal jobs to the American heartland, 2026 data reveals a 77% voluntary separation rate and the lowest federal workforce levels since 1966.

The Federal Surge: Has 'Law and Order' Intervention Lowered Urban Crime in 2026?

As FBI data shows a historic 17% drop in homicides, a Supreme Court ruling has forced a tactical retreat of federalized National Guard troops from major U.S. cities.

The Finish the Wall Project: 2026 Construction and Encounter Data

As physical barrier construction reaches a record pace of 1 mile per day, CBP reports a 94% drop in southwest border encounters compared to 2024.

The Urban Frontier of 2026: Freedom Cities and the Flying Car Revolution

As the administration prepares for a July 4th reveal of the first 'Freedom City' sites, the U.S. eVTOL industry enters the final stages of FAA certification.

The G7 Trade Schism: Universal Tariffs and the End of Globalization

As U.S. effective tariff rates reach 19.5%, a historic showdown with the EU and the rise of 'non-aligned' hubs like Vietnam are re-routing the 2026 global economy.

The Golden Dome: America's 2026 Race for a National Missile Shield

As the U.S. awards $3.2 billion for space-based interceptors, the 'Golden Dome' initiative has moved from campaign trail promise to a Manhattan Project-scale industrial reality.

The 2026 Judicial Transformation: Remaking the Federal Bench

As the Senate confirms its 37th judge of the second term, the Trump administration's aggressive focus on the judiciary is reshaping administrative law in a post-Chevron era.

The 2026 Lunar Standoff: Is China Winning the Race to the South Pole?

As NASA pivots Artemis III to Earth orbit and China's Chang'e-7 prepares for a direct ice-sampling mission, the 2026 space race has shifted from footprints to floor-plans.

The MAHA Revolution: Is American Food Really More 'Toxic' Than Europe's?

As the Trump administration targets synthetic dyes and ultra-processed foods, a data-driven comparison reveals the narrowing gap between U.S. and European food safety standards.

The Housing Relief Gamble: Will Mass Deportation Actually Lower Your Rent?

As the administration points to falling home prices in Austin and Phoenix, a 2026 construction labor crisis threatens to create a long-term 'supply shock' in the housing market.

The Right to Carry: National Reciprocity and the 2026 Regulatory Reset

As the 'Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act' moves through the 119th Congress, 2026 data shows that 46% of Americans now live in permitless carry states.

The No Tax on Overtime Experiment: Analyzing the 2026 Labor Shift

As the 2025 overtime deduction takes full effect in the 2026 tax season, new data reveals a significant boost for manufacturing workers but a 'loophole' crisis for transportation unions.

The Northern Shift: Has Securing the South Created a Crisis in the North?

As encounters at the U.S.-Canada border drop 70% in early 2026, the 'fortress' approach on both sides has successfully suppressed the 2024 surge but increased migrant danger.

The Nuclear Renaissance: Can Advanced Reactors Power the 2026 Grid?

As groundbreaking begins on the first Generation IV reactors and shuttered plants restart for Big Tech, the U.S. nuclear industry is entering a new era of growth and deregulation.

The Parental Rights Revolution: Inside the 2026 Educational Sovereign Shift

As the Supreme Court strikes down 'secrecy' policies and the administration consolidates K-12 grants, the 2026 school year is defined by curriculum transparency and biological sex mandates.

The Schedule F Reset: Accountability or the End of the Merit Systems?

As the Office of Personnel Management finalizes the 'Schedule Policy/Career' reclassification, 50,000 federal employees face a transition to at-will employment.

The Great Semiconductor Re-Shoring: Are Tariffs Bringing the 'Silicon Heartland' to Life?

As TSMC Arizona begins mass production and Intel Ohio faces new delays, the 2026 semiconductor landscape is a high-stakes test of tariffs vs. technology.

The Digital Fort Knox: Inside the 2026 Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

As the U.S. government reclassifies seized crypto as a national asset, the push to acquire 1 million BTC has created a high-stakes standoff between 'digital gold' proponents and fiscal traditionalists.

Can Tariffs Replace the Income Tax? The 2026 Fiscal Modeling Reality

As the administration proposes a historic pivot away from the 16th Amendment, fiscal models for 2026 suggest a $2.4 trillion gap between tariff potential and income tax reality.

The 'Grand Bargain' of 2026: Inside the U.S.-Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement

As the Trump administration decouples defense guarantees from Israeli normalization, a new $142 billion arms pact redefines the U.S. role in the Middle East.

Wind Turbines vs. Whales: Separating Political Rhetoric from Marine Reality

As the Trump administration halts offshore wind projects citing marine life concerns, 2026 data continues to point to ship strikes and entanglement as the primary drivers of whale deaths.

Did "Wokeness" Cause the Military Recruitment Crisis? What the Data Shows

Analyzing the numbers behind the 2022-2023 recruiting shortfall and the subsequent 2025-2026 rebound to determine if DEI initiatives were the true cause.

The Social Security Tax Paradox: Who Wins and Who Loses in the New Reform Era?

Analyzing the impact of the Senior Bonus Deduction and the debate over full elimination of federal taxes on Social Security benefits.

The Universal Choice Revolution: Are Education Savings Accounts Delivering on Their Promise?

As more states adopt universal Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), new data from 2025 and 2026 reveals a complex landscape of enrollment surges, fiscal trade-offs, and mixed academic results.

The 'Wall Street' Home Ban: Decoding the 2026 Crackdown on Institutional Landlords

As the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act moves through Congress, data reveals the true footprint of corporate buyers and the potential risks to the rental market.

The Hollowed Leviathan: Analyzing the 2026 Federal Workforce Collapse

A data-driven deep dive into the 12% reduction of the federal workforce under DOGE and its measurable impacts on service delivery and government efficiency.

The 2026 Drug Pricing Paradox: Negotiated Savings vs. Launch Price Surges

As the first round of Medicare-negotiated prices takes effect, new administrative MFN deals and legislative changes create a complex landscape for patient costs.

Energy | Economy | Fact Check

Did the U.S. Lose Its "Energy Independence"?

Examining the data behind claims that the U.S. was energy independent under the Trump administration but lost that status under President Biden.

Analysis | Immigration | Public Safety

Migrant Crime: What the Data Shows

An investigation into whether illegal immigration drives violent crime, using FBI data and Texas state statistics.

Analysis | Foreign Policy | NATO

The NATO Spending Surge: Examining the Impact of 'The Hague Commitment' and President Trump’s Pressure

An investigation into the historic shift in NATO defense spending, the new 5% benchmark, and the extent to which the Trump administration's pressure influenced European allies.

Fact Check | Economy | Trade

The Tariff Paradox: Evaluating the Impact on U.S. Manufacturing and Consumer Costs

An evidence-based analysis of how recent tariff policies have affected the U.S. trade deficit, manufacturing employment, and household expenses.

The Manufacturing Renaissance: Fact-Checking the 2025-2026 Industrial Surge

An investigation into the conflicting data between massive corporate investment announcements and declining factory employment in 2025.

The 80-Hour Mandate: Are Work Requirements Moving Americans to Jobs or Just Off the Rolls?

An investigation into the impact of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill's' expanded SNAP and Medicaid work requirements on employment and dependency.

The Deregulation Dividend: Measuring the Impact of the 129-to-1 Rollback

An analysis of the Trump administration's aggressive deregulation agenda and its impact on GDP, business investment, and household costs.

Fact Check | Election Integrity | 2026 Midterms

Non-Citizen Voting in U.S. Elections: Examining the Data Behind the Claims

An investigation into claims of widespread non-citizen voting and the potential impact of the proposed SAVE America Act on the 2026 midterms.

Analysis | Economy | Immigration

Do Mass Deportations Raise American Wages?

An investigation into the 2025-2026 labor market shifts and whether the Trump administration's deportation policies have delivered the promised wage growth for U.S.-born workers.

Fact Check | Border Security | Public Health

The Fentanyl Frontier: Who Is Actually Smuggling the Drugs?

An evidence-based analysis of the actors and methods behind fentanyl smuggling at the U.S. southern border.

Fact Check | Economy

Did the 2017 Tax Cuts Pay for Themselves? What the Data Shows

As the Trump administration pushes to make the expiring Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, we analyze the fiscal record of the signature 2017 legislation.

Fact Check | Public Safety | Data Analysis

The 'Democrat-Run City' Crime Narrative: What the 2024-2025 Data Reveals

An evidence-based analysis of crime trends in American cities, examining the impact of political leadership versus broader socio-economic factors.

Fact Check | Economy

The $2 Trillion Question: Can DOGE and Tax Cuts Really Balance the 2026 Budget?

An analysis of whether the Department of Government Efficiency and proposed tax cut extensions can deliver on the promise of a balanced federal budget in 2026.

Analysis | Economy | Trade

The "Liberation Day" Ledger: One Year of Universal Tariffs

An evidence-based analysis of the 2025 'Liberation Day' tariffs on manufacturing, revenue, and the national trade deficit.

Is Student Loan Forgiveness a 'Working-Class Bailout'? What the Data Shows

An analysis of economic data, debt distribution, and the 2026 policy shift evaluates the claim that student debt cancellation primarily harms working-class taxpayers.

Do Immigrants Displace Black and Hispanic Workers? What the Labor Data Shows

An analysis of BLS household survey data and economic research examines the claim that rising immigration rates harm Black and Hispanic employment.

Does Foreign Aid Drive the U.S. National Debt? Fact-Checking the Fiscal Impact of Global Spending

An analysis of CBO spending data and KFF public opinion surveys reveals a stark disconnect between perception and reality in U.S. foreign aid spending.

Is FBI Crime Data Unreliable? Fact-Checking the 'Missing Cities' Narrative

An investigation into NIBRS transition gaps, national population coverage, and independent indices to verify the accuracy of national crime statistics.

Did FEMA Divert Disaster Recovery Funds to Migrant Services? What the Data Shows

An investigation into FEMA's budget structure, comparing the $20 billion Disaster Relief Fund with the $640 million Shelter and Services Program, and the real causes of the 2024 disaster aid crunch.

Is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve Dangerously Depleted? What the Data Shows

An investigation into the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve at its lowest level since 1983, evaluating buyback profits, net energy exporter status, and physical drawdown limitations.

The Paris Climate Accord: Evaluating the Economic and Emissions Math

An investigation into the economic costs and environmental benefits of the Paris Climate Agreement, examining U.S. job growth, climate risks, and emissions targets in China and India.

Does the United States Have the Cleanest Air and Water in the World? What the Data Shows

An investigation into the data behind the claim that the U.S. has the cleanest air and water, comparing domestic progress under the Clean Air Act with global Environmental Performance Index rankings.

The '87,000 IRS Agents' Debate: What the Data Shows After the 2026 Budget Cuts

Following major 2026 federal budget cuts and workforce reductions, we analyze the data behind the claim that the IRS was hiring 87,000 armed agents to target the middle class.

Do 'Anti-ESG' Laws Protect Retiree Pensions? What the Data Shows

State-level crackdowns on environmental and social investing are framed as protecting public retirement funds, but financial studies reveal a complex mix of higher borrowing costs and sector-specific risks.

Is the U.S. Dollar Collapsing? What the Data Shows on 'De-Dollarization'

Amid political calls to protect the greenback and warnings of BRICS currency plans, official data from the IMF and SWIFT shows the U.S. dollar's global dominance remains structurally intact.

Has the 'Right to Try' Act Saved Thousands of Lives? What the Data Shows

While the 2018 Right to Try Act has provided crucial hope and individual access pathways for select terminal patients, FDA reporting and clinical data suggest its widespread use is significantly lower than political rhetoric suggests.

The Critical Minerals Dilemma: Does the Green Transition Trade Oil for Chinese Monopolies?

While China maintains a near-monopoly on processing strategic minerals like cobalt and graphite, a deep dive into battery innovation, friend-shoring, and recycling suggests the dependency is not permanent.

Voter ID Laws and Turnout: What the Research Shows

A comprehensive review of academic data and recent election outcomes shows strict voter ID laws have little impact on aggregate turnout but create disproportionate administrative barriers for vulnerable groups.

Did the American Rescue Plan Cause the Inflation Surge? What the Data Shows

An analysis of Federal Reserve, IMF, and academic research shows that while the $1.9 trillion stimulus boosted demand and contributed to U.S. inflation, global supply-chain shocks and energy spikes were the primary drivers.

Certificate of Need Laws: Do Healthcare Mandates Control Costs or Protect Hospital Cartels?

An empirical investigation into state Certificate of Need (CON) regulations, evaluating claims of supply restriction, hospital monopolies, rural access, and safety-net cross-subsidization.

The Cost of Licensing: Evaluating the Economic Impact of State Professional Credentials

An empirical examination of U.S. occupational licensing expansion, consumer cost premiums, interstate labor mobility, and public safety trade-offs.

Unleashing U.S. LNG Exports: European Lifeline, Domestic Price Pressures, and the Carbon Lifecycle Debate

An empirical investigation into U.S. LNG export expansion, Henry Hub price impacts, European market share, and the global carbon lifecycle debate.

Releasing Federal Lands in the West: Housing Relief or Economic Misconception? What the Data Shows

An empirical investigation into proposals to transfer or auction federal public lands to solve Western housing shortages and boost resource development, analyzing CRS, BEA, Headwaters Economics, and ONRR data.

Capping Credit Card Interest at 10%: Consumer Relief or Credit Crunch? What the Data Shows

An empirical investigation into proposals to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, examining Federal Reserve APR data, CFPB debt trends, bank default risk economics, and credit rationing impacts.

Taxing Paper Profits: Would an Unrealized Capital Gains Tax Choke Innovation or Fix Wealth Inequality?

An empirical investigation into proposals to tax unrealized capital gains, examining billionaire effective tax rates, Federal Reserve equity distribution data, economic dynamic modeling, and European wealth tax repeals.

Is U.S. Defense Spending at Historic Lows? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of U.S. national defense expenditure, comparing historical GDP share, growth in mandatory entitlement spending, nominal global budget totals, and purchasing power parity adjustments with China.

Do Americans Use Guns Defensively 2.5 Million Times a Year? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of defensive gun use (DGU) in the United States, evaluating 1.6M–2.5M survey claims against federal crime statistics, CDC surveys, and methodological reviews by RAND and Harvard.

Does the 'Death Tax' Really Force Family Farms to Liquidate? What the Data Shows

An investigation into IRS and USDA data reveals that federal estate taxes affect less than 1% of agricultural estates, especially under the new permanently expanded exemptions of 2026.

Does Ending Cash Bail Increase Violent Crime? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of cash bail elimination across Illinois, New Jersey, and New York, evaluating re-arrest statistics, court appearance rates, and judicial discretion data from Loyola Chicago, John Jay College, and the Manhattan Institute.

Did California's $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage Destroy Jobs? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of California's AB 1228 fast-food minimum wage law, analyzing NBER, BLS, and UC Berkeley data on job losses, menu inflation, and automation.

Does Universal Healthcare Mean Waiting for Months? What the Data Shows on Wait Times and Access

An empirical comparison of healthcare wait times in single-payer systems versus cost-related rationing in the United States.

Fact-Checking the '11 Percent' Infrastructure Claim: What the Bipartisan Law Actually Funded

An empirical breakdown of the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law shows that claims it spent only 11% on 'real' infrastructure rely on misleading math and overly narrow definitions.

Does Federal Student Aid Drive Up College Tuition? What the Data Shows

An empirical evaluation of the Bennett Hypothesis and the role of federal loans, state budget cuts, and cost disease in driving college tuition.

Evaluating the Opportunity Zone Promise: What the Data Shows as Program Becomes Permanent

An empirical investigation of the economic impact of Opportunity Zones as the 2025 tax package makes the program permanent.

Do European Countries Really Ban Mail-In Voting? What the Data Shows

An empirical investigation of the common claim that European democracies have outlawed postal voting due to widespread fraud.

Does Environmental Regulation Cause Catastrophic Wildfires? What the Data Shows

An empirical analysis of how National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews, litigation rates, and agency staffing bottlenecks impact federal forest management and wildfire mitigation.

Did the Government Spend $7.5 Billion on Only Eight EV Chargers? What the Data Shows

Political critics cite early rollout delays for the national electric vehicle network as evidence of waste, but the reality reflects complex federalism, strict procurement rules, and a recent funding standoff.

Did the Government 'Lose' 320,000 Migrant Children? What the Data Shows

A widely cited federal watchdog report highlights severe administrative gaps in tracking unaccompanied minors, but the reality is more nuanced than political claims of 'missing' children.

Did the Keystone XL Cancellation Cause High Gas Prices? What the Data Shows

An investigation into global oil markets, refinery bottlenecks, and U.S.-Canada pipeline capacity refutes the claim that revoking the Keystone XL permit drove inflation at the pump.

Do Regulations Drive Up Childcare Costs? What the Data Shows on Ratios and Credentials

An empirical investigation into state staff-to-child ratios, worker credential mandates, and daycare tuition prices, weighing Department of Labor, BLS, and NBER data.

Do Malpractice Lawsuits Drive Up Healthcare Costs? What the Data Shows on Tort Reform and Defensive Medicine

An empirical investigation into medical liability caps, defensive medicine testing, and physician premiums, weighing CBO estimates, JAMA and NEJM clinical studies, and state-level tort reform data.

The Appliance Efficiency Standoff: Do Federal Mandates Save Consumers Money or Raise Upfront Costs?

An empirical investigation into Department of Energy efficiency rules on gas stoves, furnaces, and water heaters, examining DOE life-cycle cost models, upfront equipment premiums, retrofit expenses, and regional payback variations.

The Davis-Bacon Standoff: Do Prevailing Wage Rules Inflate Infrastructure Costs?

An empirical investigation into the 1931 Davis-Bacon Act, analyzing CBO budget estimates, Department of Labor wage determinations, non-union contractor participation, and labor productivity offsets.

The SALT Cap Standoff: Did Limiting State Tax Deductions End a Regressive Subsidy?

An empirical analysis of the $10,000 State and Local Tax deduction limit, examining federal revenue generation, income distribution effects, donor-state dynamics, and regional tax migration.

Rethinking the Jones Act: How a Century-Old Maritime Law Shapes Domestic Shipping, Energy Costs, and National Security

An empirical examination of Section 27 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, analyzing U.S. cabotage restrictions, shipbuilding price disparities, domestic LNG transport constraints, and national defense sealift arguments.

Deducting Auto Loan Interest: Who Benefits from the "No Tax on Car Loans" Provision?

An empirical examination of the OBBBA auto loan interest tax deduction, analyzing taxpayer savings, fiscal costs, distribution across income tiers, and impacts on U.S. vehicle manufacturing.

Should the President Control Interest Rates? What 50 Years of Central Bank Data and Historical Precedents Reveal

An empirical investigation into central bank independence, examining cross-country inflation data across 130+ nations, the 10-year Treasury term premium, and historical case studies from the Nixon tapes to modern Turkey.

August 17, 2026

Do Right-to-Work Laws Boost Job Growth or Lower Worker Wages? What 70 Years of State Data Shows

An empirical investigation into 26 Right-to-Work states, examining econometric data on corporate relocation, wage penalties, union density, and workplace fatality rates.

August 16, 2026

Does Abolishing Qualified Immunity Bankrupt Police Officers and Drive Depolicing? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of the qualified immunity debate, analyzing UCLA legal research on 99.98% officer indemnification, federal dismissal rates, and post-reform outcomes in Colorado and New Mexico.

August 15, 2026

Do H-1B Visas Displace American Tech Workers or Fuel Innovation? What the Data Shows

An empirical examination of the H-1B visa program, analyzing NBER econometric studies on tech wages, Department of Labor prevailing wage tiers, outsourcing firm practices, and patent innovation metrics.

August 14, 2026

Does the Section 199A Tax Cut Fuel Main Street Jobs or Top-Earner Savings? What the Data Shows

An empirical investigation into the 20% Qualified Business Income tax deduction under Section 199A, examining tax parity arguments, NBER research on hiring and investment, and Joint Committee on Taxation distribution figures.

August 13, 2026

Would Mandatory E-Verify Boost Wages and End Illegal Hiring? What the Data Shows

An empirical investigation into nationwide E-Verify proposals, examining state-level mandates in Arizona and Florida, wage impacts on native workers, identity fraud workarounds, and economic trade-offs.

August 12, 2026

Do Guaranteed Income Programs Discourage Work? What the Data Shows on Cash Transfers

A data-driven analysis of landmark guaranteed basic income studies, examining their impact on labor force participation, work hours, earned income, and economic mobility.

August 11, 2026

Did Red Tape Freeze $42 Billion in Broadband? What the Data Shows on BEAD Program Delays

An empirical examination of the $42.45 billion BEAD rural internet program, analyzing statutory timelines, federal regulatory mandates, GAO oversight findings, and tech-neutrality reforms.

August 10, 2026

Waters of the United States: Do Federal Clean Water Rules Bureaucratize Private Farmland?

An empirical examination of the WOTUS debate, analyzing Clean Water Act jurisdiction, Sackett v. EPA, farmer permitting costs, and downstream watershed protection.