House Republicans are furious over President Biden’s request for a $7.3 trillion budget, aimed at funding what they term “woke” initiatives. Biden’s ambitious 188-page blueprint for the federal budget, revealed on Monday, pitches a massive $5 trillion in tax hike.
Preserving American Narratives
Biden’s financial vision includes an $11 billion infusion for the Department of Interior, with the ambitious goal of safeguarding America’s diverse cultural and historical tales. Meanwhile, the climate front sees Biden advocating for an $8 billion investment in his American Climate Corps, eyeing the enlistment of 50,000 climate resilience workers by 2031, showcasing a commitment to mobilizing a new generation for environmental action.
Energy and Environment in Focus
Biden’s team proposed a 12% boost in funds to $10.6 billion for the Department of Energy to champion climate and clean energy research and deployment.
Adding to this green agenda, the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights could see a $1.5 billion boost for environmental justice efforts, along with $500 million aimed at enhancing climate projects in developing nations.
Green and Equitable Future?
Chairman Jodey Arrington, leading the House Budget Committee, has put a spotlight on billions allocated for green energy and equity efforts in a revealing memo. Specifically, the plan earmarks $3 billion to propel gender equity globally and $1.5 billion for the Transportation Security Administration to embark on a pay equity venture.
Education and Debt Forgiveness
Biden is pressing for $90 billion to widen the scope of free community college access, persisting despite earlier legislative resistance to broad student debt forgiveness.
This request comes as the U.S. grapples with a national debt inching close to $34.5 trillion, shedding light on the administration’s educational priorities amidst financial constraints.
Budget Battles and Biden’s Vision
Despite the budget’s slim chances of passing in the Republican-held House, it stands as a critical element of Biden’s appeal to voters as he eyes another term in office. The president seems to be prioritizing an expansive and assertive federal government over the freedom and economic stability of Americans, a stance that stirs considerable debate as the nation looks towards future leadership.
