Politics Jun 17 Specter of government shutdown rises again as House GOP seeks deeper budget cuts By Kevin Freking, Associated Press
Education Oct 04 Watch 8:11 Affected by budget cuts and testing, dozens of Oklahoma teachers are running for office Oklahoma ranks 45 out of 50 states in spending per student. It’s home to overcrowded classrooms and more than 100 districts that have approved four-day school weeks. Now, more than 40 teachers who are tired of not being heard are… By PBS News Hour
Nation Jul 09 Watch 7:20 How do Army troop cuts affect our military effectiveness? The U.S. Army formally announced a reduction of 40,000 soldiers and 17,000 civilian workers, due to budget cuts. This fall there could be another downsizing of 30,000 more troops if additional budget reductions go forward. Judy Woodruff talks to Nancy… By PBS News Hour
Economy Mar 17 GOP proposes $3.8 trillion budget that boosts defense, overhauls Medicare WASHINGTON — House Republicans on Tuesday unveiled a $3.8 trillion budget plan for next year that effectively breaks tight budget limits on military spending while promising a familiar roster of big cuts to social programs such as food stamps and… By Andrew Taylor, Associated Press
Nation Apr 23 U-2 may be shot down by budget cuts WASHINGTON -- The U-2 spy plane outlasted the Cold War, outlived its successor and proved crucial a half-century ago when two superpowers were on the brink of nuclear war. But defense cuts now threaten to knock the high-flying reconnaissance aircraft… By Donna Cassata, Associated Press
Aug 06 Watch Deputy Defense Secretary: Spending Must Be ‘Driven by Strategy’ Deputy Secretary Carter: Future Defense Spending Must be "Driven By Strategy"… Continue watching
Aug 06 Watch Deputy Defense Secretary: Spending Must Be ‘Driven by Strategy’ Deputy Defense Secretary on Budget Cuts, Sexual Assaults… Continue watching
Mar 01 Watch Will Brown’s Vision for High-Speed Rail in California Stay on Track? Will Brown's Vision for High-Speed Rail in California Stay on Track?… Continue watching
Mar 16 In Denver, Mobile Clinic for the Homeless Returns By Lea Winerman Last year, the NewsHour profiled a mobile clinic for the homeless that was about to close due to budget cuts. Now, after months of searching for funding, the clinic is back on the streets. Continue reading
Jul 01 Several States Fail to Pass Budgets for Fiscal Year By PBS News Hour With revenues dwindling in the recession, legislators in several states frantically worked Tuesday to avoid government shutdowns and service cuts. Continue reading