Three primary factors drive the rapid rise in health care spending. Consumers can change the main one.

Lawmakers aired their views on the embattled agency in a pair of forums on Capitol Hill.

The agency that represented the United States’ vision and compassion has failed in recent years to safeguard funds and submit to oversight, GOP lawmakers say.

A temporary injunction halting mandatory administrative leave is expected to affect 2,200 USAID employees.

Supporters say the 64-year-old agency is vital. Critics claim it is off mission, unaccountable, and poorly managed.

The potential secretary for Health and Human Services advocated for a focus on chronic disease, healthy food, and safe vaccines.

The White House said the move would align spending with Trump’s agenda. Critics said it’s unconstitutional.

These actions, which take effect at 5 p.m. ET on Jan. 28, are all but certain to be challenged in court.

The program is not insolvent, but there’s a growing gap between revenue and expenses. Changing demographics are one big reason.

The proposal aims to reduce health care costs by increasing competition and expanding consumer choice.