We’re told that passing President Trump’s $9.4 billion rescission package – the one that would eliminate much of the funding for NPR and PBS (they can hold telethons) and some modest cuts in foreign aid –  is a tough sell in the Senate. Apparently, the Cookie Monster desperately needs tax dollars.’

Me Want Tax Dollars

It passed the House so the Senate needs to toughen up and get it done. If they can’t cut the budget by 0.13% or the deficit by 0.5% we are sunk.

Fortunately, Trump is tightening the screws ahead of the July 18 deadline.

We will keep you posted.