Episode
Sudan Fighting, Debt Ceiling, Tax Day
14:39
Published: Tue Apr 18 2023
Description
A US diplomatic convoy came under fire as clashes in Sudan continue between rival military factions. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says Republicans will vote to raise the debt ceiling in exchange for spending cuts. And the deadline to file taxes is today, and it comes as the IRS is embarking on a makeover to improve the agency.
Chapters
The conflict between rival military groups in Sudan is putting millions of people in danger, with no access to basic necessities like electricity, water, and food.
00:00 - 02:15 (02:15)
Summary
The conflict between rival military groups in Sudan is putting millions of people in danger, with no access to basic necessities like electricity, water, and food. The recent attacks on U.S. and European diplomatic convoys highlight the escalation of violence in the region.
EpisodeSudan Fighting, Debt Ceiling, Tax Day
PodcastUp First
US House Republicans plan to vote on reducing federal spending levels and limiting spending growth to 1% annually over the next 10 years while raising the debt limit into 2024, as a potential debt default looms over Congress.
02:15 - 07:16 (05:00)
Summary
US House Republicans plan to vote on reducing federal spending levels and limiting spending growth to 1% annually over the next 10 years while raising the debt limit into 2024, as a potential debt default looms over Congress. The countries with the greatest leverage over the fighting sides of Sudan are the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, while countries in the region have called for mediation to control their future.
EpisodeSudan Fighting, Debt Ceiling, Tax Day
PodcastUp First
The IRS is implementing an $80 billion makeover to improve customer service and target tax cheats who make over $400,000 a year and have complicated returns.
07:16 - 11:46 (04:30)
Summary
The IRS is implementing an $80 billion makeover to improve customer service and target tax cheats who make over $400,000 a year and have complicated returns. The IRS plans to hire more auditors and lawyers to enforce tax regulations and ensure wealthy people pay their taxes.
EpisodeSudan Fighting, Debt Ceiling, Tax Day
PodcastUp First
This podcast discusses the options for paying taxes in cash, as well as how to collect tax refunds affordably.
11:46 - 14:14 (02:28)
Summary
This podcast discusses the options for paying taxes in cash, as well as how to collect tax refunds affordably. The discussion also touches on a tragic incident where a man is accused of shooting a teenager.