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This hearing aims to bring transparency to waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government. Our national debt is $36 trillion, and the compounding interest is growing out of control. Interest payments will exceed our entire military budget. This debt enslaves Americans and drives inflation. It stems from Congress and elected administrations, betraying the American people. Doge, the Department of Government Efficiency, arose from this betrayal. Unlike private businesses, the federal government doesn't rely on customer service to earn income; it takes your money regardless. There are no consequences for failure or for the ever-growing national debt. We must tackle this issue together, setting aside political differences to save our nation. We will fight waste alongside President Trump, Elon Musk, and the Doge team, focusing on improper payments in programs like Medicaid and Medicare.

I'm done being the federal government's piggy bank. I'm tired of hearing about trillions of unaccounted dollars while the IRS is seizing our assets and wages. We're overtaxed while congresspeople get away with insider trading and pay next to nothing. My husband and I pay more in taxes than some people make in a year. I won't do it anymore. We need to protest in the streets and demand a tax halt. I don't care if the states or the federal government suffers, especially when they're wasting our money on ridiculous studies. I’m struggling to afford groceries and gas. We need a tax halt until they figure this out, President Trump. Period.

The most important thing to focus on is how much the government is spending, as that is the true tax. Every budget is balanced, whether through explicit taxes, inflation, or borrowing. The key is to keep government spending as a fraction of our income low. By doing so, we can stop worrying about the debt.

Focus on one key aspect: government spending, as it reflects the true tax burden. Every budget is balanced; if not through direct taxes, it's through inflation or borrowing. The priority should be to monitor government spending relative to our income. By controlling this spending, concerns about debt can be alleviated.

Inflation is a long-standing tax used by governments to take resources from their people for centuries.

The key focus should be on how much the government is spending, as that is the true tax. Every budget is balanced, meaning you are always paying for it, whether through explicit taxes, inflation, or borrowing. The important thing is to control government spending as a percentage of our income. By doing so, we can alleviate concerns about the debt.

I'm tired of how American citizens are treated like slaves. We're told to work hard and give up half our money, which is then mismanaged or sent overseas. Other countries don't work for our benefit, but we finance their well-being. It's time for people to wake up and say no more.

The government will always spend whatever taxes yield and more. Government is currently too large, with programs that don't work and cause more harm than good. We don't need new government programs. We need to eliminate the ones that aren't effective.

We started with a small tax revolt, but now we're taxed on everything - earning, spending, saving, investing, and even dying. We pay taxes on our commute, work, and home, which we already bought with taxed money. The more we earn, the more the government takes. Taxes are everywhere, from our morning coffee to our paycheck.

My conservative friends believe high taxes are the issue, but the real problem is that taxes don't fund the government. The government is mainly financed by printing money through treasury bonds bought by the fed. Taxes are collected to maintain the illusion that they fund the government, but in reality, money is printed out of thin air to finance it.

I'm tired of how American citizens are treated as slaves. We're told to work hard and give up half our money, which is then mismanaged or sent overseas. Other countries don't work for our benefit, but we finance theirs. We're constantly working, while the government takes more than half our money through taxes. They claim it's the American Dream, but it's a joke. We're the world's ATM, and it needs to stop. We should be taught personal finance and taxes in school, instead of irrelevant subjects. The government wants us financially ignorant so they can oppress and steal from us. This isn't freedom. I'm tired of being financially oppressed by our own government.

The government can take your money with a twinkle in their eye and give it to someone else.

The real tax on Americans is government spending. If the government spends $450 billion but only raises $400 billion in taxes, the public pays the $50 billion difference. Inflation is a form of taxation. If government spending exceeds revenue, the difference is met by printing money or borrowing from the public.

I'm saying, if someone can show me where my money's going and that it's not being used right, they're not my enemy. They're trying to help me out. This isn't about race; it's about them against all of us. They'll lock you up if you don't pay your taxes, basically forcing you to give them your money so they can spend it how they want. Why aren't people living? You'll kill someone over $3. We need to do better. You're not my enemy, whether you're a Democrat or a liberal. Forget race and even immigrants. We're talking about the money they force us to spend.

History shows government spends all tax revenue plus more. Government is too big, its programs aren't working, and it's doing more harm than good. No additional government programs are needed; existing, ineffective ones should be eliminated.

To address inflation, the first step is to stop overspending. High taxes, deficits, and interest rates are symptoms of this issue. Governments typically finance overspending by raising taxes, borrowing, or printing money. Printing money leads to inflation, diminishing purchasing power and benefiting the wealthy while harming the working class. In the past three years, the government has created approximately $700 billion, increasing the money supply significantly while the economy grew only 4%. This imbalance drives inflation. To combat this, we need a dollar-for-dollar law that mandates finding savings for every new dollar spent. This approach will help eliminate waste, control spending, and ultimately reduce inflation.

I wake up early every day and work for 8.5 hours, but I hardly see the government except on Thursdays when I receive my paycheck. They believe they are entitled to take half of my earnings in exchange for my time, skills, and labor. Throughout the year, I have to keep records and prepare documentation for them to review. If I don't meet their schedule, I face fines, fees, or even imprisonment. This is called taxation, but to me, it feels more like fraud, embezzlement, and slavery. It's time for all of us to stop participating in this.

I'm tired of how American citizens are treated like slaves. We're told to work hard and give up at least half of our money, which is then mismanaged or sent overseas. Other countries don't work for our benefit, but we work for theirs. We finance their well-being while our own problems go ignored. The idea of America being the land of the free is a joke. We work tirelessly while the government takes more than half of our money through various taxes. We're not taught personal finance or taxes in school because they want us to remain ignorant. This is not freedom, it's oppression. I'm tired of our government stealing from us and expecting us to be good to those who want to harm us. It needs to stop.

Every budget is balanced, and the true tax is government spending. If you're not paying for it through explicit taxes, you're paying through inflation or borrowing. The key is to monitor government spending, as this is the real tax. The main goal should be to keep government spending down as a fraction of our income. If government spending is controlled, concerns about the debt become less important.

All government spending is taxation, either directly or through inflation. The Department of Government Efficiency will address wasted money. The goal is to get the government out of people's pocketbooks, leading America to unprecedented heights and an amazing future. The speaker expresses enthusiasm for the positive energy present.

Governments now take nearly half of every dollar earned, with many taxes hidden in business costs, ultimately paid by consumers. Tax reform is needed to simplify the system, making it easier for individuals to understand their obligations without needing legal help. The government has become overly complex, with public employees influencing policy more than elected officials. Special interest groups often hinder progress, pushing agendas that can raise costs unnecessarily. To combat inflation, a balanced budget is essential, requiring lawmakers to pair spending proposals with tax plans. People often support programs without realizing the true costs. The current regulatory system places the burden of proof on individuals, complicating accountability. There's significant waste in government spending, and a realignment of political parties could help clarify their distinct values and responsibilities.

Prolonged peacetime leads to increased bureaucracy and government growth. Regulations multiply yearly, and war historically serves as a necessary, albeit undesirable, reset. To avoid this, we've created a Department of Government Efficiency. We'll streamline regulations at the executive level, requiring Congressional consent for law changes. Our goal is to eliminate harmful regulations, downsize government, and balance the budget. This is incredibly difficult; past attempts have failed, and we may not succeed this time.

The government can take your money, tax the sunrise and the trees, and collect fees from businesses. They mix it up with eyes to make it all taste good. The government takes everything to pay for solutions like healthcare, climate change, and pollution, even if it means throwing away the Constitution. They can give a bailout and tell us to behave, making the founding fathers roll over in their graves. The government makes mistakes and is power-hungry, with fictitious economics. Instead of getting fired for failure, they give themselves a raise.

Government spending is often seen as free, but this is a myth. The belief that businesses can be taxed without impacting individuals is flawed; only people pay taxes. Taxes on businesses ultimately come from workers, customers, or shareholders. For example, the Social Security tax is often misrepresented as being shared between employers and employees, but it ultimately affects the employee's wage. Similarly, corporate taxes are paid by consumers or employees through reduced wages or higher prices. Additionally, printing money does not create wealth; it leads to inflation, which acts as a hidden tax on everyone. In essence, all government spending comes at a cost to individuals.

When we were younger, taxes were around 15% of earnings; now they approach 50%. Many don’t realize that business taxes are ultimately passed on to consumers as hidden costs. Tax reform is needed to simplify the system, eliminating the necessity for lawyers to navigate it. The government has become overly complex, with a large number of public employees influencing policy more than elected officials. Citizens must engage more actively in local governance. Special interest groups often overshadow businesses in policy influence. To address inflation, a balanced budget is essential, which requires discipline in spending. Legislators should propose funding alongside new spending programs to clarify costs to the public. The federal government is bloated, and significant cuts could be made. Political parties should clearly define their differences and stand firm on their values.