Government Spending Crisis: Can Congress Cut the Deficit Before It's Too Late? 01/23/26

The national debt has exploded past $37 trillion, and gold prices are soaring to $4,700+ per ounce—a clear vote of no confidence in Washington's fiscal management. In this hard-hitting episode, Sam Bushman sits down with Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union, to expose the truth about government waste, improper payments, and the urgent need for spending reform. Discover how billions in taxpayer dollars are being scammed through fraudulent food stamp claims and Obamacare subsidies. Learn why 17 Republicans voted to continue Obamacare despite decades of opposition. Pete reveals the bipartisan path forward to cut the deficit in half and explains why the upcoming reconciliation bill is our last chance to implement real fiscal restraint. From healthcare reform to IRS funding, from government shutdowns to the constitutional limits of federal power—this conversation pulls no punches. If you're tired of politicians kicking the can down the road while your tax dollars disappear, this is the wake-up call you need. Join the fight for fiscal responsibility. Visit NTU.org to connect with the National Taxpayers Union and demand accountability from your representatives today.