Topic: United States

country primarily located in North America

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The CFPB’s Desperate Eleventh-Hour Overreach

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Rohit Chopra is lashing out with desperate, partisan overreach in his final days, prioritizing political agendas over consumer protection while creating regulatory chaos and undermining the legitimacy of his tenure and that of the CFPB.

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Power Grab: Why House Bill 45 is a Bad Deal for New Mexico Energy

A misguided tax increase on renewable energy that contradicts conservative principles, risks distorting the energy market, and ignores the public’s clear preference for affordable, reliable energy solutions.

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Odessan American: Legal innovations strengthen the Southwest’s appeal

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Originally published at oaoa.com on December 21, 2024. The American Southwest is cementing its position as the nation’s most business-friendly region, and a groundbreaking legal development in Texas may soon add another compelling reason for companies to relocate here. As corporate entities and individuals continue their mass migration to states like Texas, Arizona, and Nevada – […]

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Assessing the Economic Impact of Undocumented Immigrants on New Mexico Taxpayers

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Undocumented immigrants in New Mexico contribute significantly to the economy through taxes and labor, but their net fiscal impact remains a burden due to the substantial costs of public services like education, healthcare, and law enforcement.

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Is Elon Musk Serious with his “Delete CFPB” Tweet?

Elon Musk Calls to Delete the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CFPB

In a late-night post on his social media platform X, billionaire entrepreneur and incoming Department of Government Efficiency head Elon Musk made a bold declaration: “Delete CFPB. There are too many duplicative regulatory agencies.” Musk’s succinct yet striking comment has ignited a vital debate about the role and efficacy of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau […]

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SPPI Engages ASEAN Delegates in Groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence Policy Dialogue

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Patrick M. Brenner, President of the Southwest Public Policy Institute, with the distinguished delegation from Southeast Asia following an engaging presentation on AI regulation in banking and politics, hosted in partnership with Global Ties ABQ. A moment of global connection and shared innovation!

The Southwest Public Policy Institute hosted a Southeast Asian delegation, presenting on AI policy and regulation through Global Ties ABQ.

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Newsmax: SCOTUS Decision Offers Americans Unrealized Gains

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Originally published at newmax.com on November 4, 2024. The U.S. Senate investigation into Boeing’s safety practices and the FAA’s ineffective oversight revealed that Boeing, under pressure to prioritize production speed over safety, suffered quality control issues that endangered consumers. Despite these risks, the FAA’s overreliance on industry insiders failed to address Boeing’s deficiencies. The problem is not regulation; the […]

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The Politicization of the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office

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The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is committed to promoting transparency and accountability in government. This policy brief addresses the ongoing politicization of the Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) in New Mexico under Maggie Toulouse Oliver. Specifically, it critiques her selective disclosure of voter data to favored entities while denying the same data […]

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Newsmax: De-Banking of Trump Lawyer a Sign of Control to Come

John Eastman’s plight highlights a concerning trend towards using economic leverage for political and social control, resembling aspects of China’s Social Credit System.

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Colorado’s War on Credit

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Colorado’s HB23-1229 threatens consumer access to credit and economic growth.